Author: Art Ryan

The SVC AI platform Aian has been launched by Saudi Venture Capital Company (SVC) in Riyadh. The SVC AI platform Aian is designed to transform institutional data into structured intelligence for private capital markets. The platform consolidates internal portfolio data with verified external market sources. It creates a continuously updated view of capital deployment activity. SVC developed Aian to address fragmented private market information. The system converts historical records and institutional knowledge into actionable insights. It supports structured and data-driven decision making. Data Integration Capabilities of SVC AI Platform Aian The SVC AI platform Aian combines proprietary investment data with…

The Seismic and Highspot merge in an AI sales software deal will combine two major revenue enablement companies. The agreement brings together their platforms, leadership, and AI capabilities. Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed. The deal is subject to regulatory approvals and standard closing conditions. After completion, the combined company will operate under the Seismic name. Rob Tarkoff, CEO of Seismic, will lead the merged organisation. Highspot founder and CEO Robert Wahbe will join Seismic’s board of directors. Permira will remain the controlling shareholder. Until the transaction closes, both companies will continue to operate independently. Leadership and Company…

The 18th Qatar Robotics & AI Competition began on 15 February 2026 in Doha, Qatar. The 18th Qatar Robotics & AI Competition is organised by the Ministry of Sports and Youth through the Qatar Scientific Club. The event is held in cooperation with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education and supported by the Social & Sport Contribution Fund (DAAM). Activities take place at Lusail Multipurpose Hall over two days. The opening ceremony was attended by HE Yasir bin Abdullah Al Jamal, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Sports and Youth, along with ministry officials and department directors. Participation and Categories…

The India AI Impact Summit 2026 will take place from 16 to 20 February 2026 in New Delhi. The India AI Impact Summit 2026 will gather global political leaders, technology executives, and AI policymakers. Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates will participate through high-level delegations. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan will lead the UAE delegation. He represents UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Dr Abdullah Alghamdi, President of the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), will head the Saudi delegation. The summit theme is “People, Planet, and Progress.” Global Participation at India AI…

The TechNext AI & Cybersecurity Summit 2026 will take place on 5 November 2026 in Dubai, UAE. The event will be hosted at the Pullman Dubai Downtown Hotel. This marks the second edition of the TechNext AI & Cybersecurity Summit 2026 following the previous successful gathering. The summit focuses on artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. It will convene industry leaders, technology experts, innovators, entrepreneurs, and policymakers. Participants will represent multiple sectors linked to digital transformation and information security. Agenda and Focus Areas at TechNext AI & Cybersecurity Summit 2026 The TechNext AI & Cybersecurity Summit 2026 will feature keynote speeches, expert…

The DXC Customer Experience Centre AI has opened in London to support enterprise-scale artificial intelligence deployment. DXC Technology launched the centre to help organisations move from AI pilots to full operational implementation. The facility provides a structured environment for collaboration between customers and DXC specialists. The centre is located in central London’s business district. It serves both public and private sector organisations across the UK and Ireland. How DXC Customer Experience Centre AI Supports AI Scaling The DXC Customer Experience Centre AI allows organisations to design, test, and scale AI systems. Customers work directly with engineers, architects, and industry experts.…

The Legora $6 billion valuation is under discussion as the legal AI company explores a new funding round. Bloomberg reported that Legora is in talks with investors. Sources familiar with the matter shared the details. The funding size has not been finalized. The valuation remains under negotiation. Legora declined to comment on the discussions. The company builds artificial intelligence tools for lawyers and legal teams. Its platform supports enterprise-level legal work. Legal AI Growth Drives Legora $6 Billion Valuation Rising demand for legal technology supports the reported Legora $6 billion valuation target. Law firms increasingly adopt AI tools to manage…

IBM entry-level hiring AI plans will significantly expand in 2026. The company said it will triple hiring of entry-level employees in the United States. The move follows internal changes driven by artificial intelligence across business functions. IBM did not disclose the exact number of new hires. The increase will apply across multiple departments. AI Changes Entry-Level Job Responsibilities IBM has revised job descriptions for junior roles. Chief Human Resources Officer Nickle LaMoreaux said AI tools now handle certain routine tasks previously assigned to new graduates. Entry-level software developers spend less time writing repetitive code. They focus more on client interaction…

AI operations in drug development are becoming central to how pharmaceutical companies manage research and trials. Bringing a new therapy to market can take more than a decade. Costs often reach billions of dollars. In response, companies are restructuring workflows around artificial intelligence systems. AI tools are moving beyond early research support. They are now embedded into operational and compliance functions across the drug lifecycle. Clinical Trials and AI Operations in Drug Development Pharmaceutical firms are applying AI to speed up clinical trials. Machine learning models review fragmented medical records to identify suitable patients. These systems help determine trial locations.…

The UAE generative AI school rules establish new national guidelines for the use of artificial intelligence tools in education. The Ministry of Education released the framework under the 2026 “Safe and Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence in Classrooms” manual. The policy applies to generative AI systems used in teaching and learning. Students under the age of 13 are not allowed to use generative AI tools. The restriction also applies to learners below Year 7. The measure aims to regulate early exposure to AI technology in academic settings. Academic Use and Examination Restrictions The new UAE generative AI school rules limit…

The Road to AI Impact Summit 2026 was hosted by the Embassy of India in the UAE and Symbiosis International University, Dubai. The event took place on February 10 and 11, 2026 at the Symbiosis Dubai campus in Dubai Knowledge Park. The Road to AI Impact Summit 2026 is part of a global engagement series linked to the upcoming India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. The initiative is organized by Indian diplomatic missions worldwide. It supports preparations for the India AI Impact Summit 2026, scheduled from February 16 to 20, 2026 in New Delhi. Leadership Participation at Road…

The Enterprise AI Credential Suite was introduced by EC-Council at an official event in Dubai. The launch includes four new AI certifications and an updated Certified CISO v4 program. It marks a major expansion of the organization’s training portfolio. The initiative supports efforts to prepare professionals for secure and structured AI implementation. The announcement aligns with the UAE’s National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2031. National projections estimate AI could contribute Dh 335 billion to the economy by 2031. The launch supports workforce readiness goals tied to that strategy. Certifications Included in the Enterprise AI Credential Suite The Enterprise AI Credential…

This iFX EXPO Dubai recap highlights the main themes discussed during the three-day event at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Brokers, fintech firms, regulators, liquidity providers, and retail trading companies attended. The agenda focused on regulation, artificial intelligence, gold markets, payment systems, and market stability. Regulation and Market Stability Regulation was a key subject throughout the event. Speakers reviewed licensing standards, leverage limits, and compliance frameworks across different regions. Several sessions examined how regulatory clarity supports structured market growth. Cross-border supervision and transparency requirements were also discussed. Participants outlined the relationship between oversight and institutional participation. AI in Trading Infrastructure…

The Aramco Microsoft industrial AI partnership was established through a memorandum of understanding signed in Saudi Arabia. The agreement sets a framework for collaboration on industrial artificial intelligence initiatives. The partnership aims to accelerate AI adoption across Aramco’s operations. The initiative supports digital transformation within the energy sector. The memorandum is non-binding. It defines priority areas for cooperation. The agreement expands on an existing relationship between the two companies. Industrial AI Deployment and Cloud Integration Under the Aramco Microsoft industrial AI partnership, the companies will explore deploying industrial AI solutions using Microsoft Azure technologies. The focus includes automation, advanced analytics,…

The Saudi AI operating model was introduced by HUMAIN CEO Tareq Amin at the PIF Private Sector Forum 2026. The announcement outlined how Saudi Arabia plans to structure and execute large-scale AI deployment. The Saudi AI operating model focuses on embedding artificial intelligence into core business operations rather than limiting it to pilot projects. Amin referenced data from MIT indicating that 90% to 95% of enterprise generative AI pilots fail. He attributed failures to weak execution, unclear objectives, and limited integration into operational systems. Execution Challenges in the Saudi AI Operating Model The Saudi AI operating model identifies three primary…

Adam Vital Hospital has signed a Memorandum of Understanding to expand AI-driven diagnostics in Dubai. The agreement includes Siemens Healthineers and Modern Pharmaceutical LLC (MPC). The signing took place at the World Health Expo at Expo City Dubai. The partnership focuses on building advanced diagnostic infrastructure for new medical facilities in Dubai. The initiative centers on AI-enabled imaging systems and modern radiology platforms. Technology Supporting AI-Driven Diagnostics in Dubai The collaboration introduces the MAGNETOM Flow.Neo MRI platform from Siemens Healthineers. This system will be integrated into Adam Vital Hospital’s upcoming facilities. The MRI platform supports AI-powered imaging workflows. The system…

Emirates Health Services (EHS) has introduced an AI tool to detect asthma and infections in children during WHX Dubai 2026. The system was presented as part of the UAE’s healthcare innovation initiatives. The announcement took place at the international health exhibition held in Dubai. The AI tool to detect asthma and infections in children was developed in collaboration with the nonprofit organization Virufy. The technology analyzes cough sounds to identify early indicators of respiratory illness. The system is designed for pediatric use. How the AI Tool to Detect Asthma and Infections in Children Works The AI tool to detect asthma…

The Amal AI physician assistant has been launched in the United Arab Emirates by Emirates Health Services (EHS). The announcement took place during the World Health Expo (WHX) 2026 in Dubai. Amal AI physician assistant is described as the country’s first artificial intelligence system designed to support physicians during patient care. The system was developed in partnership with Boston Health AI. It is designed to assist doctors before, during, and after consultations. How Amal AI Physician Assistant Supports Doctors The Amal AI physician assistant conducts structured pre-consultation interviews with patients. It gathers medical history and records current symptoms. The system…

A Dubai restaurant has introduced an AI agent AVLM universes system to control its immersive dining environment. The system automates audio, video, lighting, and media elements across the venue. The AI agent creates parallel AVLM universes that change daily. The installation operates inside Woohoo Dubai, a technology-focused restaurant concept. The AI agent directly manages the AVLM universes without manual sequencing. It determines how content appears and how technical systems interact throughout service hours. How the AI Agent AVLM Universes System Operates The AI agent AVLM universes platform connects to the venue’s infrastructure through SP Grid technology. SP Grid manages automation,…

Fakeeh Health has launched AI-enabled smart clinics in Dubai to support the emirate’s digital healthcare strategy. The new AI-enabled smart clinics are designed to deliver physician-led care through digitally connected medical facilities. The rollout aligns with Dubai’s vision for technology-driven, patient-centered healthcare services. The first AI-enabled smart clinic opened at Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority (JAFZA). Additional locations will be introduced in phases across the UAE. Planned sites include shopping malls, business districts, and residential communities. How the AI-Enabled Smart Clinics Operate The AI-enabled smart clinics use fully integrated medical capsules. Patients access licensed physicians through secure virtual consultations. Multidisciplinary…