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Riyadh, November 9, 2025(Kamran Raja): The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) announced the remarkable success of the One Million Saudis in AI (SAMAI) initiative, which has trained more than one million Saudi citizens, both men and women, in artificial intelligence (AI) skills. Of these participants, 9% are working-age Saudis who have earned AI skills certificates, underscoring the program’s impact on the national workforce. Described as one of the largest AI training initiatives globally, SAMAI has distinguished itself by offering simplified Arabic-language content that surpasses many regional and international programs in accessibility and reach. The initiative’s free access and official certification from SDAIA provide significant academic and market value, setting...

Jeddah, November 8, 2025(Kamran Raja): The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, in collaboration with the King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives (Darah), held a press briefing today to unveil details of the upcoming Fifth Hajj Conference and Exhibition 2025, set to take place in Jeddah from November 9 to 12 under the theme “From Makkah to the World.”Spanning an area of 60,000 square meters and encompassing 18 Hajj-related sectors, this year’s event is expected to welcome over 150,000 visitors, surpassing last year’s 120,000 attendees. The conference will feature 143 specialized sessions, 225 speakers, 270 exhibitors, and 2,400 trainees from around the world.Speaking at the briefing, Dr. Ghassan Alnwaimi, spokesperson for the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, emphasized that the confe...