The AI in Gulf: Saudi’s Global Lead, Hub71’s Record Startups, and Google’s “Nano Banana”

From Riyadh’s AI leadership to Abu Dhabi’s startup magnet and Google’s AI-powered video revolution, here’s what’s shaping the Gulf’s digital future.

Friday Briefing: AI Tools, Gulf Growth, and Your New Digital Brain

From smarter work habits to billion-dollar Gulf strategies, here’s how to stay ahead with AI.

Saudi Arabia Debuts First Arabic AI Chat App: HUMAIN Chat

Saudi Arabia unveils its first Arabic conversational AI app, showcasing local talent and culture while advancing the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 goals.

Now You can make Money with AI: Perplexity’s new Revenue-Share Model

Bloggers, publishers, and creators can finally earn when their content powers AI search results.

Win $15,000 by Solving Real-World Challenges with AI in the Gulf.

Four weeks, real impact, Google-backed support—applications close August 31.

🚀 Gulf’s AI Wave: Schools, Startups, and Vision 2030 in Action

Saudi’s Vision 2030, UAE’s bold school reform, and record-breaking startup investments—here’s your Friday AI briefing.

UAE Schools Introduce AI Curriculum Without Exams

Practical AI projects replace exams, preparing students for innovation-driven futures across the GCC.

MENA Startup Surge: $783M raised in just one month

Saudi and UAE lead record-breaking investments as AI and deeptech steal the spotlight.

AI and Vision 2030 Drive Saudi Arabia’s Next Chapter

Smart systems and immersive tech are driving a bold transformation in the Kingdom’s visitor economy.

AI for GCC Friday Briefing — The Gulf’s AI Momentum & Global Updates

From Dubai to GPT-5 — This Week’s AI Moves That Matter

Dubai Invites AI Innovators to Transform Government Services

8-week, fully sponsored programme invites top AI minds to create smarter, faster, and more inclusive public services in the UAE.

AI is Transforming Hiring in the UAE: Skills You Need to Stay Ahead

Why Knowing AI Could Be Your Biggest Advantage in the UAE Job Market

UAE Sets Global Benchmark in Digital Transformation & AI Leadership

The Emirates’ unmatched infrastructure and people-first innovation strategy put it at the forefront of the AI-powered global economy.

AI Is Moving Fast in the Gulf — Catch Up in 5 Minutes | AI FOR GCC 1.0

Weekly insights on the future of AI, from the heart of the Gulf.

From Saudisation to Automation: The AI Disruption is Real.

Customer service, retail, and admin roles face automation — but national training programs are stepping up.

OpenAI Launches GPT-5 — A Major Leap in AI Capabilities

Now Available for All: Free and paid ChatGPT users can experience GPT-5’s advanced performance starting today.

Dubai’s Fintech Star Alaan Raises $48M to Expand AI-Powered Expense Platform

Helping Gulf companies save time, money, and stress with smart finance tools

Z.ai Launches GLM-4.5: China’s Bold Answer to Big Tech’s AI Models

China’s Z.ai challenges OpenAI with an open-source AI model built for speed, scale, and affordability.

UAE Becomes First in the World to Earn AI Certification in Agriculture

Setting a Global Standard for Smart Farming and Sustainable Food Security

UAE embeds AI in Education

Empowering minds from Kindergarten to Ph.D

UAE’s Bold AI Strategy: What the World Can Learn from the Gulf’s Digital Leader

The UAE was one of the first countries in the world to appoint a Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, a move that signaled just how seriously it takes the future of AI.

Dubai’s AI Playbook for Entrepreneurs Is Here — But the Real Work Starts Now

AI for GCC Is Live — Stay Ahead in the Region’s Smartest AI Movement

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