Author: Mahdeehassan

SBC Summit will place the technologies transforming payments, compliance and player experiences under the spotlight with a dedicated Fintech conference track, taking place on Tuesday, 29 September. Bringing together operators, payment providers, fintech specialists and compliance experts, the track will explore how businesses can modernise payment infrastructure, navigate evolving regulation, strengthen fraud prevention, improve digital identity and verification, and leverage fintech to support responsible gambling. The Fintech track forms part of the dedicated Payment Expert Summit stage, alongside specialist tracks on AML & Compliance (Wednesday, 30 September) and Crypto & Blockchain (Thursday, 1 October). “Fintech is now influencing almost every stage of the player journey, from…

At the United Nations-linked WSIS Forum 2026 and AI for Good Global Summit 2026, the Global Chairman of UAE Global 2031 Strategic Partnership emphasized cross-border capital alignment, institutional partnership and future-oriented development cooperation. Geneva, Switzerland, 09 July 2026 – At the United Nations-linked multilateral gathering of WSIS Forum 2026 and the AI for Good Global Summit 2026 in Geneva, Mr. Jeson Zheng, Global Chairman of UAE Global 2031 Strategic Partnership (GSP), highlighted the UAE’s role as a strategic connector for investment, AI innovation, digital cooperation and sustainable development. His participation took place in the context of Session 562 of WSIS…

SBC Summit has launched the Regulatory Gaming Meetups, a new networking initiative that will connect delegates with regulators, market experts, and industry leaders from more than 20 gaming jurisdictions during its 2026 event in Lisbon. Taking place each day at the Regulatory Gaming Meetup Lounge (F4-17) from 29 September to 1 October, the meetups will provide attendees with the opportunity to discuss market developments, regulatory changes, compliance requirements, and business opportunities with experts and stakeholders operating within the same markets and regulatory environments. Sessions will be organised by jurisdiction and region, allowing attendees to focus on the markets most relevant to their business interests. Regional sessions…

Shenzhen, July 6, 2026, SPA — A total of 20 students from Saudi universities are participating in a joint training program on artificial intelligence (AI), organized by the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba) in partnership with Huawei in Shenzhen, China. The program aims to enhance participants’ skills and expand their knowledge of AI through a training experience that combines theoretical and practical learning while exposing them to the latest AI applications and technological practices in a global work environment. It is part of the Mawhiba-Huawei partnership, which aims to train 500

FF Mobility Trading continues to strengthen its Middle East EAI robotics strategy through strategic cooperation frameworks and regional ecosystem collaboration across the UAE, GCC, and potentially the broader MENA region. These cooperation frameworks represent an important step in building FF’s regional robotics commercialization architecture, connecting FF’s global EAI robotics portfolio with local market access, deployment channels, institutional resources, and long-term ecosystem partners. Dubai, UAE (July 7, 2026) – Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. (NASDAQ: FFAI) (“Faraday Future,” “FF,” or the “Company”), a California-based global Embodied AI (EAI) ecosystem company, today announced continued progress in its Middle East EAI robotics commercialization…

SBC Summit 2026 to Host Landmark Leadership Keynote Featuring Sports Business Titans Michael Jordan, Carsten Koerl, and Jason Robins Lisbon, Portugal — SBC Summit 2026 will host one of the most high-profile keynote sessions ever staged in Europe by bringing together three of the most influential figures in global sports business: Basketball icon, investor, and philanthropist Michael Jordan, Sportradar founder and CEO Carsten Koerl, and DraftKings co-founder, CEO, and chairman of the board Jason Robins, hosted by former Sky Sports News presenter, broadcaster, and journalist, Kirsty Gallacher.  The headline keynote, titled “Leadership in Sports Business,” will take place on Tuesday…

Riyadh, June 30, 2026, SPA — The Saudi Media Academy at the Ministry of Media concluded two training programs on sports media production and sports analysis as part of its efforts to develop national talent in sports media. The programs brought together more than 60 participants specializing in or interested in the field. The production-focused program covered content creation, production techniques, and planning sports coverage and programming. It also highlighted best practices for producing sports content across various platforms. The analysis-focused program covered the fundamentals of professional match analysis and technical insi

Jizan, July 02, 2026, SPA — Jazan Region marked World Architecture Day, observed annually on July 1, by highlighting its four distinctive architectural styles under the Saudi Architecture initiative, which aims to consolidate national urban identity through styles derived from the geographical, climatic, and cultural characteristics of each region. The Jazan Municipality hosts four of the 19 architectural styles recognized nationwide: Tihama coast, Tihama foothills, Sarawat Mountains, and Farasan Islands architecture. Spokesperson at the municipality Eng. Fahd Al-Ahmari stated that Tihama coast architecture reflects simplicity and harm

Buraidah, July 02, 2026, SPA — Qassim Region continues to reinforce its position as one of the Kingdom’s leading agricultural regions, with grapes emerging as a promising crop that contributes to diversifying agricultural production and enhancing economic returns, supported by the region’s favorable natural conditions that promote the sustainability of the agricultural sector. Suitable soil and favorable climatic conditions have contributed to the successful cultivation of grapes and the production of high-quality fruit. Vineyards are concentrated across several governorates, making grapes one of the region’s leading fru

Al-Ahsa, July 02, 2026, SPA — Under the patronage of Governor of Al-Ahsa and CEO of the Al-Ahsa Development Authority Prince Saud bin Talal bin Badr, the first seasonal direct flight for 2026 between Al-Ahsa International Airport and Rize-Artvin International Airport in Türkiye was inaugurated today. The service is being operated through cooperation between Turkish Airlines and Ghazal Travel and Tourism agency, in the presence of several officials. The launch of the flight is part of plans to expand the seasonal destinations served by Al-Ahsa International Airport, enhancing international air connectivity and broadening direct travel opti