Author: Editorial Team

Despite spending more time online and feeling confident in the digital world, Gen Z are less likely than other generations to use antivirus software for mobile devices or change passwords, according to new research conducted by Kaspersky’s internal market research centre among 7,200 respondents worldwide. Gen Z spend a greater share of their time online than any other generation. New research conducted by Kaspersky’s internal market research centre reveals that 57% of Gen Z spend more time online then offline – the highest proportion among all generations surveyed. Smartphones play a particularly central role in their digital lives, with 67%…

For most of his 43 years, UAE citizen Fahad Al Hashimi’s life revolved around blood. Every three weeks, he needed a transfusion. To manage the iron that accumulated in his body, he also relied on iron-chelation treatment, at times spending hours connected to a pump. He learned to organise his life around his illness. A transfusion could bring back his energy and make him feel as though the air was full of oxygen. But by the second week, his energy would begin to fall. By the third, even climbing a flight of stairs could leave him exhausted. “I would feel…

Jeddah’s architectural identity reflects a continuous dialogue between its coastal geography, merchant history, and cultural diversity. From the coral stone edifices of Historic Jeddah to expanding modern quarters, the city’s built environment illustrates how design responds to climate, social interaction, and daily life.  According to the Saudi Architecture platform, the region’s coastal vernacular evolved through seaside climatic adaptation and regional trade. Traditional building patterns prioritized natural cross-ventilation, balanced lighting, and facade openings that preserved privacy while ensuring thermal comfort.  Head of Saudi Architecture Unit at the Jeddah Municipality Razan Baghanim affirmed that compliance with coastal Hejazi design guidelines is mandatory…

(L-R) Tanay Tandon, Co-founder and CEO of Commure & Hein van Eck, Chief Executive Officer of Mediclinic Middle East. Mediclinic Middle East and Commure marked their collaboration during the Abu Dhabi Future Health Summit 2026, highlighting their work to advance the use of Ambient Artificial Intelligence (AI) in clinical care, with a shared focus on using technology to support clinicians and create a more patient-centred healthcare experience. As healthcare evolves towards more connected, intelligent and patient-centred models of care, Mediclinic Middle East is focused on adopting technologies that strengthen clinical practice and enhance the patient experience. The collaboration with Commure…

The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) distributed 100 tents and 100 shelter kits on Thursday to families displaced by recent events in Lahj Governorate, Yemen, benefiting 600 people from 100 families.  The distribution is part of the fifth phase of the emergency shelter plan in Yemen, one of the relief and humanitarian projects the Kingdom provides through KSrelief to help people in need and those affected by crises worldwide. Source: Riyadh Daily

Bahaa Al Janabi, Technical and Solution Lead for Middle East, Türkiye and Africa at Submer. Submer, a full-stack AI and HPC data centre infrastructure provider, will join industry leaders at DCD Connect | MENA 2026, taking place October 26–27 at Grand Hyatt Dubai, to discuss the infrastructure strategies needed to advance sovereign AI across the region. As governments and organisations across the Middle East accelerate their sovereign AI and cloud strategies, the challenge extends beyond keeping data within national borders. They must also build the high-performance computing infrastructure needed to support increasingly complex AI workloads while meeting regulatory requirements, scaling…

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent a cable of condolences and sympathy to Governor General of Canada Louise Arbour over the victims of a fire at a Canadian Forces base in Alberta.  The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques extended his deepest condolences and sincere sympathy to the governor general, the families of the deceased, and the friendly people of Canada, wishing the injured a speedy recovery. Source: Riyadh Daily

ZWSOFT, a global provider of engineering design software, has appointed Logicom Saudi Arabia as their distributor in the Kingdom, strengthening access to professional computer-aided design (CAD) solutions for local businesses. The partnership combines ZWSOFT’s engineering software expertise with Logicom’s established distribution capabilities and local partner network to support Saudi Arabia’s architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) sector. The collaboration aims to help businesses improve productivity and modernise workflows through accessible, high-performance and cost-efficient design technologies. At the heart of the offering is ZWCAD, ZWSOFT’s flagship CAD solution, featuring DWG compatibility, a familiar design environment and cost-efficient licensing. The partnership will help…

His Royal Highness Prince Dr. Faisal bin Mishaal bin Saud bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Governor of the Qassim Region, has honored the Friends of Patients Association in Unaizah with the first edition of the Prince Faisal bin Mishaal Award for Volunteer Work, in the “Best Volunteer Opportunity Provider” category. The award was received by the association’s Executive Director, Basil bin Mohammed Aba Al-Khail. “I extend my sincere thanks and appreciation to His Royal Highness the Governor for honoring the association for its excellence in providing volunteer opportunities,” Aba Al-Khail said. “This recognition is a source of pride for all of…

RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Justice Dr. Walid Al-Samaani has approved the Implementing Regulations of the Enforcement Law, which will take effect on October 29, 2026, coinciding with the enforcement of the new law. The regulations, issued under Royal Decree No. M/237, were published Friday in the official gazette, Umm Al-Qura. Comprising 54 articles, the regulations establish procedures, timelines and requirements governing the enforcement of judicial decisions and legal obligations, with the aim of improving the efficiency of rights enforcement while safeguarding the legal protections afforded to creditors and debtors. The regulations also outline procedures for enforcing rulings related to…