Author: Editorial Team
Telefonica Tech recently arranged to provide connectivity for a range of protective equipment produced by industrial health and safety product maker Halotech Digital Services. An arrangement was made involving Telefonica Tech’s managed IoT connectivity with a Halotech Software-as-a-Service platform which uses AI to provide real-time information relating to worker safety in industrial settings. Telefonica Tech country manager for the US Luis Lepe Marquez said the combination would help customers “transform workers’ day-to-day activities”, providing clear “actionable intelligence to improve safety”. The operator unit explained Halotech AI integrates with various namesake protective helmets developed for “complex industrial settings” including mines and…
MEXICO CITY — A Saudi manufacturer has contributed to preparations for the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after supplying advanced construction materials for the renovation of Mexico City’s iconic Azteca Stadium. Saudi-listed company FIPCO said its subsidiary, FIPCO Industries, supplied more than 4,000 square meters of Saudi-made PVC technical fabrics for use in the stadium’s roofing and architectural structures. The materials were airlifted from Saudi Arabia to Mexico as part of the redevelopment of Azteca Stadium, which has a capacity of more than 100,000 spectators and is set to become the first venue in football history to…
TOLEDO, SPAIN — A high-level Saudi delegation, led by Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb, held extensive talks with French and Indonesian delegations led by tourism ministers with regard to further deepening bilateral cooperation and partnership in the vital tourism sector. The meetings were held on the sidelines of the 126th session of the Executive Council of the United Nations Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in Toledo, Spain on Thursday. During their meeting, Al-Khateeb and French Minister of Small and Medium Enterprises, Trade, Crafts, Tourism and Purchasing Power Serge Papin discussed the longstanding strategic relationship between Saudi Arabia and France in the tourism…
In a world dictated by unlimited scrolling and screen-time, spending 20 weeks painstakingly preparing for a 40-minute showcase on stage feels almost rebellious. Yet, that is exactly what is happening in Al Quoz this month. The Hive Theatre Festival, Dubai’s largest free theatre festival for children, is back for another blockbuster edition at @play. Bringing together hundreds of young performers across multiple weekends, the festival is a massive logistical feat powered by a dedicated team of 20 full-time employees and 40 teen volunteers and freelancers. Together, they mount more than 60 plays where every costume is hand-sewn, every set piece…
Rescuers searched the rubble of a collapsed building in the southern Philippine city of General Santos, the worst hit by a powerful earthquake that has killed at least 37 people and injured hundreds, to reach two people still believed to be trapped inside. The 7.8-magnitude quake, which triggered tsunami warnings across several countries, struck early on Monday morning about 20 km (12.4 miles) off the coast of Sarangani province, with tremors felt strongly across Mindanao and as far as the city of Manado, 420 km (261 miles) away on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi. Officials said they hoped the death…
Deemah AlYahya, Secretary-General of DCO. New global platform mobilises specialised expertise and collective action to advance high-impact digital initiatives across DCO Member States and beyond. The Digital Cooperation Organisation (DCO), the world’s first standalone international organisation focused on accelerating inclusive and sustainable digital economy growth, has announced the launch of the Global Expert Community (GEC), a new global platform designed to mobilise expertise and advance international collaboration in support of high-impact digital initiatives across DCO Member States and beyond. The launch of the Global Expert Community reflects DCO’s continued commitment to turning digital cooperation into action by expanding access to…
BenQ Middle East, a global innovator in display and collaboration technology, has officially launched the new BenQ Board RP05 in the Middle East, an AI-ready interactive whiteboard designed to transform classrooms, lecture halls, and modern learning environments. Building on the success of the award-winning RP04 Series, the RP05 introduces a next-generation AI-powered architecture, enhanced processing capabilities, and an integrated collaboration ecosystem that supports the evolving needs of schools, universities, and educational institutions across the region. Powered by Android 15 and equipped with a powerful 10 TOPS Neural Processing Unit (NPU), the RP05 is engineered for future-ready AI applications, enabling faster…
RIYADH — Saudi government agencies are preparing to instruct their affiliated entities in the private and non-profit sectors to organize more conferences, forums, symposia, workshops, and a wide range of events within the Kingdom, making greater use of local resorts, hotels, and tourism facilities as venues for hosting such activities. Okaz has learned that the initiative is aimed at strengthening the tourism sector and supporting domestic destinations by increasing occupancy rates and stimulating tourism-related economic activity across various regions of the Kingdom. According to available information, the move follows a proposal submitted by Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb advocating for…
RIYADH — The General Authority of Media Regulation has summoned a violator for insulting one of the Kingdom’s sisterly countries in an audio chat room on a social media platform. In a statement released on Wednesday, the authority said that on June 6, 2026, the relevant department detected content in an audio chat room that included offensive remarks directed at a sisterly state. It also said such conduct constitutes a violation of the Anti-Cybercrime Law, which prohibits content that insults sisterly or friendly countries, their leaders, or their national symbols, or otherwise undermines public order. The authority added that regulatory…
The Financial Academy launched the Women Leadership Development initiative, a strategic national program designed to enhance women’s leadership across the financial services sector in Saudi Arabia. The launch brought together women leaders, regulatory bodies, financial institutions, and academic and strategic partners. CEO of the Financial Academy Mana Alkhamsan said that the initiative was developed in partnership with London Business School and the Centre for Governance. It offers an integrated leadership track that combines executive training, professional mentoring, and board membership preparation. The initiative targets more than 2,000 leaders across the financial services sector. The initiative supports Saudi Vision 2030 targets to increase women’s…