Stan Hansen, Chief Operating Officer at Egnyte. Stan Hansen, Chief Operating Officer at Egnyte, explains how connected project information, purpose-built AI agents and safeguards can support secure AI adoption across the Middle East. Egnyte has expanded its Middle East offering with AI-powered capabilities designed to help architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) firms connect, govern and extract intelligence from complex project information. The enhancements include Project Hub, purpose-built AI agents, AI Safeguards and right-to-left language support for its Arabic web interface. In an exclusive interview, Stan Hansen, Chief Operating Officer at Egnyte, discusses why effective AI requires trusted project context, how specialised…
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As the Kingdom accelerates its industrial transformation, increasingly complex assets are raising the stakes for reliability, maintenance and operational performance. Bringing global testing and measurement expertise to the region, Fluke Corporation, a leading provider of safe, rugged, and reliable industrial tools and integrated software, recently held an exclusive Innovation Day in Al Khobar for professionals from Aramco, SABIC, Ma’aden, Aramco’s joint ventures and the wider industrial community. The event featured technical workshops, customer presentations, hands-on demonstrations, and discussions on the latest technologies shaping industrial reliability, maintenance and safety. According to the Saudi Contractors Authority (SCA), projects awarded in Saudi Arabia…
For a decade, Dubai Opera has given the city some of its most memorable nights, from soaring arias and spellbinding ballets to sold-out concerts and comedy festivals. Now, as the Downtown Dubai landmark celebrates 10 years at the heart of the city’s cultural scene, it is looking ahead with an ambitious 2026–27 season that brings together some of the biggest names in arts and culture. The anniversary season opens on September 12 with a special gala featuring internationally acclaimed Egyptian soprano Fatma Said, Maestro Ahmed Farag, the UAE National Orchestra and the Festival Chorus. From there, the programme expands to…
MANILA — Five people were confirmed dead in early counting and more than 80 were still missing after a ferry caught fire off Palawan island in the western Philippines on Wednesday night, the Philippine coast guard said. Forty-three people were rescued from the MV June Aster in waters off Coron, Palawan, the coast guard said. Footage showed flames engulfing parts of the vessel and responders placing victims in body bags. Philippine Coast Guard spokesperson Commodore Noemie Cayabyab said 42 people were rescued overnight from the vessel after it was engulfed in flames about 1.2 nautical miles northeast of Barangay Marcilla,…
Apple’s latest device lineup includes iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro models, Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4 and AirPods 5. The 2026 portfolio includes the foldable iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro models, Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4, and AirPods 5 Apple has unveiled its 2026 device portfolio, led by the company’s first foldable iPhone, alongside the iPhone 18 Pro lineup, two new Apple Watch models and AirPods 5. The announcements introduce Apple’s A20 Pro processor, new AI and camera capabilities, advanced health sensing, and an expanded range of devices powered by iOS 27 and watchOS…
“Red Sea Global Residences” wrapped up its participation in the inaugural “Saudi Luxury Real Estate Show” in London, where it showcased its residential portfolio, across Shura Island, AMAALA, and Laheq Island to investors and representatives of the global business and real estate communities. The company participated in the show, held from 24 to 28 August 2026, with a Saudi presence that included government and investment entities, as well as real estate developers. The event witnessed a series of sessions and meetings addressing developments in the Saudi real estate sector and its future prospects. During its participation, “Red Sea Global Residences”…
Zakaria Haltout, Group Vice President for the Middle East, Turkey and Africa, Workday. Workday highlights how connected data, agile operating models and responsible AI can help organisations build future-ready workforces AI is reshaping how Middle East organisations manage talent, develop skills and prepare for future workforce demands. With GCC adoption accelerating, businesses face growing pressure to move beyond isolated pilots and embed AI into core workflows to deliver measurable value. In an interview with CNME, Zakaria Haltout, Group Vice President for the Middle East, Turkey and Africa at Workday, discusses the importance of connected data, agile operating models and responsible…
“Ledar Investment” has launched the show villa for its “Dar Al Sadan” residential project in Jeddah, developed in collaboration with NHC, in the presence of the CEO, Eng. Abdullah Ahmed Al-Shalash. The show villa offers prospective buyers and visitors an opportunity to experience the project firsthand, explore its design, quality of finishes, and space planning, and gain a closer look at the lifestyle offered by Dar Al Sadan. The project comprises 438 residential units, more than 85% of which have been sold, and offers villas in three different sizes to meet the diverse needs and aspirations of families. It also…
MAKKAH — Search and rescue teams from the Border Guard in Rabigh in the Makkah region rescued two Bangladeshi residents after their boat broke down at sea. The teams provided them with the necessary assistance. The General Directorate of Border Guard advised all sea users to follow safety guidelines, including verifying the seaworthiness of vessels before setting sail. In case of emergencies, individuals are urged to call 911 in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, and the Eastern Province and 994 in all other regions of Saudi Arabia. Source: Saudi Gazette
RIYADH — The National Center for Security Operations received 2,790,646 calls via the unified emergency number 911 across the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province during August 2026. This falls within the mandate of the Unified Security Operations Centers (911), which receive calls and route them to the relevant security and service agencies according to their respective jurisdictions. The centers operate around the clock using advanced automated systems managed by specialized, multilingual staff. The calls received were distributed across the four regions as follows: 857,390 in Makkah region, 248,677 in Madinah region, 1,155,495 in Riyadh region, and…