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Madinah, February 18, 2026, SPA — Taibah University signed today the contract establishing the “Ali Sharbini Chair for Innovation Technologies to Serve Persons with Disabilities,” marking the first research chair of its kind based on a patented invention aimed at transferring technology from scientific research into practical application and community service. The initiative focuses on developing advanced technological solutions to empower individuals with hearing and visual impairments. The university noted that the chair is centered on a wireless tactile communication device that converts audio content into perceptible vibra

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia- 16 February 2026- Under the patronage of His Excellency Bandar bin Ibrahim Al‑Khorayef, Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, the World Advanced Manufacturing and Logistics (WAM) Saudi 2026 summit – Saudi Arabia’s premier tech‑driven intelligence event for advanced manufacturing, logistics, and next‑generation technologies – officially commenced, convening global leaders to advance Saudi Arabia’s industrial transformation. The event, featuring global leaders, is designed to future-proof the industry and foster strategic discussions on how policy, trade, and investment frameworks will sh

Riyadh, February 07, 2026, SPA — The Culinary Arts Commission hosted a celebration of the Michelin Guide, showcasing Saudi and international culinary arts featured among its latest destinations. The initiative highlights the diversity that blends heritage with innovation, promotes food tourism, and reinforces the Kingdom’s position as a global destination for gastronomy. Through its partnership with the Michelin Guide, the Culinary Arts Commission promotes the Kingdom’s culinary scene and enhances visitor experiences, while Michelin inspectors independently conduct the selection and evaluation process, ensuring integrity and credi

Riyadh, January 29, 2026, SPA — The King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba) set a new Guinness World Records title for the 16th National Olympiad for Scientific Creativity (Ibdaa 2026), recognized as the largest innovation solutions competition in the world. The achievement reflects the Kingdom’s leading position in supporting innovation and developing human capital. The achievement came after participating students submitted over 34,000 scientific projects to compete in Ibdaa 2026, which recorded more than 357,000 students from across the Kingdom – the highest number in the competitio

Riyadh, January 12, 2026, SPA — The in-person bootcamp of the Future Minerals Pioneers Competition concluded in Riyadh from 8 to 10 January 2026, as part of the Global Minerals Innovation Competition. The bootcamp was held under the patronage of Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, Bandar AlKhorayef, and was organized by the Ministry in collaboration with the National Industrial Development and Logistics Program (NIDLP). The event took place during the Future Minerals Forum and attracted wide international participation. The bootcamp commenced on its first day with an opening led by Vice Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources f

Riyadh, November 21, 2025, SPA — The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA), in cooperation with the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), concluded yesterday the Innovation Summit in Riyadh, which was held with the participation of SAMA Governor Ayman Al-Sayari and BIS General Manager Pablo Hernández de Cos, alongside several central bank governors and experts from the region and around the world. The two-day summit brought together experts and policymakers to discuss the opportunities and challenges posed by technological innovation in the financial sector, as well as the role of central banks from the Middle East and Africa in facilitating

Jeddah, November 18, 2025, SPA — The Global Entrepreneurship Week kicked off yesterday at the Jeddah Chamber, attracting a large turnout of entrepreneurs, investors, and experts, alongside the participation of organizations supporting innovation and youth empowerment. The first day’s sessions focused on innovative financing for entrepreneurs and underscored how innovation drives projects that improve the quality of life. Participants learned about the Small and Medium Enterprise Bank’s (SME Bank) financing solutions through consultation sessions covering legal, financial, marketing, and administrative aspects. The exhibitio

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The president and CEO Thales International says the challenge is developing a workforce that is not just technically competent, but also strategically minded, capable of driving innovation across sectors The post Thales’ Pascale Sourisse on how national human capital is fuelling UAE’s growth appeared first on Gulf Business.