Saudi Arabia news and trends

Saudi Arabia and UAE Vie for Middle East AI Supremacy
artificial intelligence // June 09, 2025

Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are locked in a high-stakes race to be the main artificial intelligence (AI) tech hub in the Middle East. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

This Week in AI: Changes to Google Search, Claude Gets a Voice and Microsoft’s AI...
Artificial Intelligence // May 30, 2025

This week in artificial intelligence, newsmakers include Google, Claude, Microsoft, Nvidia and Saudi Arabia. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

Saudi Arabia Unveils $10 Billion VC Fund in Race for Middle East’s AI Crown
artificial intelligence // May 28, 2025

Saudi Arabia’s new state-backed AI company plans to launch a $10 billion venture capital fund and seek investments from top U.S. tech companies as it strives to become the AI leader in the Middle East. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

Saudi Small Businesses Rethink Payments for a Faster Future
Mobile Wallets // May 21, 2025

Saudi Arabia is emerging as a focal point in cross-border payments thanks to the rise of digital wallets. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to...

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Saudi Small Businesses Rethink Payments for a Faster Future

May 21, 2025
Saudi Arabia is emerging as a focal point in cross-border payments thanks to the rise of digital wallets. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you […]

Saudi Arabia Takes Global Leadership Role in Click-and-Mortar™ Shopping

October 15, 2024
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Meet the Titans: Major Players Funding the Future of AI

March 21, 2024
Saudi Arabia aims to carve out a leadership role in the burgeoning artificial intelligence (AI) field with a proposed $40 billion investment fund, as The New York Times reported. The...

From Portugal to the Philippines, Real-Time Payments Increase Their Global Footprint

July 05, 2023
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Nvidia and Amazon Land Middle Eastern AI Deals Amid Trump Visit

May 14, 2025
American tech giants are reportedly upping their Gulf State investments amid President Trump’s visit to the region. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree […]

NymCard Gets $33 Million to Deepen MENA Embedded Finance Presence

March 19, 2025
Embedded finance platform NymCard has raised $33 million to extend its MENA region presence. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

AI Startups Find Financing Pipeline in Middle Eastern Sovereign Wealth Funds 

September 22, 2024
Sovereign wealth funds have reportedly become major players in the artificial intelligence (AI) funding race. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Report: Revolut Looks to Expand Digital Banking License Effort to Middle East

September 13, 2024
Revolut is reportedly looking to expand its business into Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)-member countries. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...