Author: Editorial Team
In a world worn down by conflict and disaster, where many nations have quietly stepped back from their humanitarian commitments, Saudi Arabia remains an exception worth examining seriously rather than marking with a passing headline. The Cabinet’s statement on World Humanitarian Day was not a procedural courtesy. It was a reminder that when giving becomes deliberate state policy rather than a seasonal gesture, its impact is measured in projects and outcomes, not slogans. The indicators here are not promotional talking points. Since its founding in 2015, the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre has delivered more than 3,000 projects…
RIYADH — The General Authority of Foreign Trade (GAFT) has announced the launch of an anti-dumping investigation into Saudi Arabia’s imports of multi-layer coated cardboard with a grey back and a white or other-colored face, weighing 180–500 grams per square meter and originating in or exported from India and China. The decision to launch the investigation was issued in accordance with the Law of Trade Remedies in International Trade, dated November 23, 2022. The law aims to protect domestic industries from injury caused by dumped and subsidized imports, prevent import surges, and defend Saudi exports subject to trade remedy measures.…
RIYADH — The Insurance Authority has directed health insurance providers in Saudi Arabia to offer a health insurance product without pre-medical approval requests for outpatient services. This is part of the authority’s efforts to address a key challenge faced by health insurance beneficiaries in recent years. The product will be an additional option among the health insurance products currently available, giving employers and policyholders more flexibility to choose the solution that best meets their needs. The new product will be available to insurance customers starting from November 1, 2026. Insurance Authority CEO Eng. Naji Al-Tamimi stated that the directive to…
Appointment underscores Everpure’s commitment to investment in the channel and accelerating growth across international markets Everpure, the company revolutionising storage and data management, has announced the appointment of Craig Robertson as Head of Partners in EMEA & LatAm. Robertson succeeds Geoff Greenlaw, who is retiring. Based in the UK, Robertson steps into the role having enjoyed a successful 10-year career at Everpure. He will lead Everpure’s partner strategy and execution in EMEA and Latin America, working closely with partners to drive mutual growth, expand market opportunities, and help customers unlock greater value from their data. As a 100% partner-focused…
Saudi Awwal Bank, one of the leading banks in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has partnered with noon, one of the region’s leading e-commerce platforms, to launch a first-of-its-kind co-branded Visa credit card with unique benefits. Designed in line with modern digital shopping habits, the “SAB noon Visa credit card” is one of the leading cards in the region to offer an integrated digital experience. Combining everyday spending with meaningful rewards and benefits across noon’s platforms, the card helps customers unlock greater value from the services they use most. Bandar Al-Gheshayan, Chief Wealth and Personal Banking Officer at SAB, said:…
RIYADH — The Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) revealed that it conducted periodic technical inspections on more than 6.5 million vehicles during 2025, an increase of approximately 500,000 vehicles compared to 2024. SASO stated receiving 37,690 reports concerning periodic technical inspection stations during the last year. The organization reported that 2025 witnessed significant expansion in the periodic vehicle inspection network. New stations were inaugurated in Al-Nabhania, Rafha, Sarat Abidah, Al-Zulfi, Bish, Duba, Shaqra, Al-Aflaj, Samtah, Al-Muzahamiya, Al-Khobar, Al-Muthnib, Afeef, and Madinah, in addition to the opening of two express lanes in Dammam and Riyadh. The SASO noted that…
RIYADH —The Ministry of Education and King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), in partnership with Al-Aqeel Charity, have launched a school for gifted students in mathematics in Jeddah. The school targets intermediate school students through a specialized enrichment program designed to develop their mathematical abilities and skills, deepen the impact of efforts to build human capital, and support the goals of Saudi Vision 2030. The school is the first specialized mathematics school in the Kingdom dedicated to identifying and developing gifted students by providing enrichment content based on the highest international standards and practices. The ministry has opened…
Bridgerton star Charithra Chandran is heading to Abu Dhabi this September. The actor has been announced as a guest at Middle East Film & Comic Con (MEFCC), which will take place at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi from September 11 to 13. Organisers announced Chandran’s appearance on social media, writing: “Charithra Chandran is on her way to Abu Dhabi!” Fans attending the event will get the chance to meet the actor, who is best known for playing Edwina Sharma in the second season of Netflix’s hit period drama Bridgerton. Chandran joined the series alongside Simone Ashley, who played her older sister…
StealC is a prominent malware-as-a-service in the growing ecosystem of information stealers. As identity continues to be a rich target for threat actors, the information stealer economy poses a significant and growing threat to organisations and private individuals alike. IBM X-Force and Proofpoint recently participated in joint collective action against these disruptions. The disruption was carried out in June 2026 as part of Operation Endgame by law enforcement agencies and private partners. On 24 June 2026, law enforcement and private partners announced a disruption action against StealC, targeting 66 domains and 296 servers associated with both Amadey and StealC. Microsoft’s Digital Crimes Unit filed a lawsuit against multiple alleged enablers involved and took down infrastructure associated with the malware. What…
In a world worn down by conflict and disaster, where many nations have quietly stepped back from their humanitarian commitments, Saudi Arabia remains an exception worth examining seriously rather than marking with a passing headline. The Cabinet’s statement on World Humanitarian Day was not a procedural courtesy. It was a reminder that when giving becomes deliberate state policy rather than a seasonal gesture, its impact is measured in projects and outcomes, not slogans. The indicators here are not promotional talking points. Since its founding in 2015, the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre has delivered more than 3,000 projects…