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Marking World Architecture Day at the start of October, Aseer Region highlights part of its architectural heritage, where mountains served as building materials and their terrain formed the basis for architectural design. Traditional architecture in Aseer stands as an example of the deep interaction between people and their environment, with stone and mud buildings rising along the slopes, some extending several stories. The Saudi Architecture Map shows that Aseer is home to diverse architectural styles, including the architecture of the Abha highlands, the Sarawat Mountains, the Aseer Escarpment, the Tihama foothills, and the Tihama coast. One of the most prominent features of traditional…
Deutsche Telekom recently outlined moves to capitalise on the growing demand for sovereign AI services in Europe. The company is setting revenue goals in the millions of euros range as part of its broader ambitions involving businesses and public institutions. The German-headquartered operator believes the European sovereign sector to be a leading opportunity for it outside the US market. It noted companies and public bodies are keen to reap the automation benefits of AI “while retaining control over data and operations”. Deutsche Telekom stated the sector is “becoming a growth business” and it would continue striking relevant partnerships to tap…
Director of Public Security Lt. Gen. Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Bassami led the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s delegation at the seventh meeting of the Directors of Public Security of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, held at the GCC Secretariat General headquarters in Riyadh. Lt. Gen. Al-Bassami conveyed to the participants the greetings of Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz and his wishes that the meeting would achieve outcomes that meet the aspirations of officials and contribute to strengthening security cooperation among the GCC countries. The meeting discussed several security issues of mutual interest, reviewed the outcomes and…
BT Business recently unveiled a new AI suite designed to help UK businesses adopt the technology while overcoming the complexity and security concerns which may be holding them back. The operator stated AI from BT was introduced following research it conducted which revealed 66% of small businesses recognise the potential benefits of AI, but more than half are not yet realising its full-value. It highlighted AI Receptionist as a standout feature. BT stated it can help businesses manage customer enquiries “around the clock” and never miss a call. BT stated small businesses in the UK can lose £3.7 billion per…
The UAE’s perfume industry is anything but new, but it has evolved into a diverse industry that combines regional heritage with modern perfumery. While oud and attars remain deeply rooted in the region’s fragrance culture, UAE perfume houses are developing modern scents that are going viral with perfume lovers around the world, turning affordable scents into serious contenders in a market once dominated by luxury names. And this isn’t simply a passing trend. Brands such as Lattafa, Armaf, Afnan and Arabiyat Prestige show just how far UAE perfumery has come, combining sophisticated scent profiles with prices that make them accessible…
Riyadh Holding Company, the investment and executive arm of Riyadh Municipality, announced the launch of “Marafid,” its executive arm for developing and enabling economic infrastructure in Riyadh across three key sectors: logistics and mobility, industrial clusters, and the circular economy. Marafid aims to transform economic assets and opportunities into integrated projects and operational ecosystems that support economic growth, enhance service efficiency, and promote sustainable development and quality of life in the capital. Marafid’s operations encompass a range of projects, including logistics and distribution centers, smart parking facilities, electric vehicle charging stations, recycling clusters, and light industrial zones, thus enhancing the…
SOFIA — A search is underway in the Black Sea for the crew of a cargo ship that sank after being attacked by drones off Bulgaria early on Tuesday. Sea and aerial drones hit two commercial vessels at about 3 am local time (23:00 GMT), around 70 nautical miles east of the town of Byala in Bulgaria’s exclusive economic zone, Prime Minister Rumen Radev said. Radev did not say who was behind the attacks, which come as Russia intensifies strikes in the Black Sea, particularly the eastern side, as part of its war against Ukraine. Moscow has not commented on…
Businesses across the Middle East are moving beyond AI experimentation towards practical deployment, with performance, security and data governance shaping their technology choices. On-device and edge AI are expanding opportunities to improve productivity and support sector-specific applications, while industry collaboration helps organisations identify workable adoption paths. Tolga Özdil, Regional Commercial Director, Middle East, Türkiye & Africa (META) at ASUS, discusses the company’s approach to enterprise AI deployment and the role of AI Everything in advancing regional adoption How is ASUS helping businesses move from AI experimentation to real-world deployment? To make AI functional within organisations, simply purchasing high-end hardware won’t…
From AI-created scents to masterclasses with some of beauty’s biggest names, Beautyworld Dubai is back for its milestone 30th edition. The three-day trade show opened today, October 6, at Dubai World Trade Centre and runs until October 8, bringing fragrance, skincare, hair, makeup and beauty technology under one roof. Organised by Messe Frankfurt Middle East, this year’s edition puts the spotlight on both the products filling our beauty shelves and the people deciding what comes next. Fragrance takes centre stage Perfume lovers in the industry have plenty to explore. According to the organisers, the fragrance section has more than tripled…
RIYADH — Three people suffered minor injuries after attacks targeted King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Jazan and Najran International Airport on Monday evening, Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) said Tuesday. GACA said the attacks also caused property damage at the two airports. Emergency response teams and relevant authorities responded immediately in accordance with established protocols and emergency plans, the authority said. The three injured people were transported to hospital for medical treatment. GACA said it was coordinating with relevant authorities to assess the damage and verify the safety of airport facilities. The authority said necessary…