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Google Launches AI Hub in Saudi Arabia Despite Climate Pledges

Google partners with the Saudi Public Investment Fund to open a new AI data center focused on Arabic language models and local applications. The move raises questions about the tech giant's commitment to reducing emissions and avoiding oil extraction algorithms.

White House Weighs AI Chip Export Caps for Persian Gulf Nations

The Biden administration considers restricting advanced AI chip exports from Nvidia and AMD to countries like Saudi Arabia and the UAE over national security concerns. The move reflects growing U.S. efforts to control global AI hardware access.

Adam Neumann's Flow Launches Luxury Co-Living Compound in Riyadh

Flow, the co-living startup founded by former WeWork CEO Adam Neumann, opens a 238-unit furnished apartment complex in Saudi Arabia with rents starting at $3,500 a month. The property features hotel-style services and unique amenities as the company expands its global footprint.

SparkLabs Closes $50M Fund to Expand Global AI Startup Investments

Venture capital firm SparkLabs raises a $50 million fund to invest in artificial intelligence startups through its Saudi Arabian accelerator and global Series A and B rounds. The firm plans to back 50 to 70 companies while targeting the best AI talent regardless of geographic location.

Forensic Experts Link Jeff Bezos Phone Hack to Saudi Crown Prince

Digital forensic investigators report that Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's personal account plays a direct role in the 2018 cyberattack on Jeff Bezos's phone. Saudi officials strongly deny any involvement in the incident.

UN Experts Demand Investigation Into Alleged Saudi Hacking of Bezos Phone

United Nations experts call for an immediate investigation into reports that Saudi Arabia hacked Jeff Bezos' phone. The alleged cyberattack raises serious concerns about digital privacy and international security.

Forensic Report Links Saudi Crown Prince Account to Jeff Bezos WhatsApp Hack

A new Guardian report reveals that Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos had large amounts of data stolen from his phone via a malicious WhatsApp message sent from an account used by Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman.

Twitter Dismantles 6,000-Account Saudi Propaganda Network

Twitter takes down nearly 6,000 accounts linked to a Saudi marketing firm that spreads state-backed messaging. The takedown reveals a growing trend of governments outsourcing social media influence campaigns to third-party contractors.

Two Former Twitter Employees Face Spy Charges for Leaking Data to Saudi Arabia

Federal prosecutors charge two former Twitter employees with acting as Saudi agents by secretly accessing private user data of government critics. The case marks the first time U.S. authorities allege Saudi agents operated inside an American tech company.

Saudi Government Paid Twitter Insiders to Spy on Dissidents

Newly unsealed court documents reveal that Saudi officials bribed Twitter employees to access personal data of political activists and journalists.

Global Oil Prices Surge as Drone Attacks Disable Saudi Facilities

Drone strikes on major Saudi oil plants cut global crude production by five percent, triggering the largest single-day price spike in years. Saudi officials draw on reserves while considering delays to the historic Aramco IPO.

Coordinated Drone Strike Halves Saudi Arabian Oil Production

A fleet of 10 drones targets the world's largest oil processing facility, suspending half of Saudi Arabia's daily output and sparking international blame.

Drone Attacks Severely Disrupt Saudi Arabia's Crucial Oil Production

A coordinated drone attack on Saudi Aramco facilities forces the kingdom to halt half of its global oil supply, triggering immediate concerns about worldwide energy security and market stability.