Riverbed Survey Highlights Saudi AI Investments and Opportunities Ahead of GITEX GLOBAL 2025

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – October 10, 2025 – Saudi organisations are investing heavily in artificial intelligence (AI) and achieving results that position the Kingdom among one of the most advanced markets in the world, according to a new survey by Riverbed, the leader in AIOps for observability. Revealed ahead of the company’s participation at GITEX GLOBAL 2025, the Riverbed study The Future of IT Operations in the AI Era unveils that Saudi organisations have increased overall AI investments by approximately 160% year-on-year. Impressively, more than a quarter (26%) of Saudi enterprises invested over US$50 million in AI initiatives last year, compared with an average of 18% across the other markets surveyed.*

Moueen Zahreddine, Senior Regional Director, – GCC, at Riverbed

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When Culture Meets Craft: ‘Shop Textiles, Spark Rewards’ Lights Up Dubai

Celebrating artistry, heritage, and festive rewards worth Dh 50,000 this season.


Dubai, UAE (10th October 2025): Dubai’s renowned textile community is set to shine this Diwali with the launch of Shop Textiles, Spark Rewards, a festive initiative under the citywide Festival of Lights in Dubai campaign. Bringing together the artistry of traditional craftsmanship and the excitement of modern retail, the promotion celebrates the season of light, color, and culture while rewarding shoppers with cash prizes worth Dh 50,000.

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VinFast VF 8 – An Electric Vehicle for Tech-Loving Entrepreneurs with Style

Dubai, UAE, 10 October 2025 –  VinFast, Vietnam’s pioneering global EV manufacturer, introduces the VF 8, a premium all-electric SUV crafted for modern entrepreneurs who value technology, sustainability, and style. With its elegant design by Pininfarina, intuitive AI assistant, and exceptional digital connectivity, the VF 8 redefines what it means to drive smart luxury in the electric era.

The VF 8 reflects VinFast’s philosophy of harmonizing form, function, and purpose. Designed by the renowned Pininfarina studio, every line and contour embodies aerodynamic precision and artistic excellence. The sleek silhouette, dynamic stance, and distinctive LED lighting signature combine to deliver an unmistakable road presence, expressing confidence, innovation, and forward-thinking sophistication.

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Symbolic Developments Launches Fourth Project in Less Than Two Years, Showcasing Rapid Growth

Dubai, UAE – October  2025: Symbolic Developments, the real estate division of the Speedex Group, is set to announce its fourth residential project and second launch this year, marking a major milestone in the boutique developer’s rapid rise and sustained success. As a natural evolution of the Speedex Group’s 35-year legacy in construction and trading, Symbolic Developments has quickly established itself as a trusted and innovative name in Dubai’s real estate landscape.

From the rapid completion of Symbolic Alpha in just 14 months, to the swift sell-out of Symbolic Aura and the successful launch of Symbolic Zen Residences, every milestone reinforces Symbolic Developments’ belief in building homes that create legacies.

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Historic DP World ILT20 Season 4 Player Auction sees Junaid Siddique and Muhammad Rohid lead UAE surge

  • “This is a very special moment for me. To be brought back by the Warriorz at the first auction gives me a lot of confidence, and it also shows how far UAE cricket has come,” said Junaid Siddique after USD 170,000 windfall from Sharjah Warriorz 
  • “It feels incredible to be picked up by MI Emirates at the first auction. Playing for this team, I have had a great learning curve in the past two seasons, and I see this as a chance to keep improving alongside some of the best players in the game. I also hope it shows young cricketers in the region that there are real opportunities here and that they can dream big,” said Rohid after being picked up by MI Emirates for USD 140,000 
  • The DP World International League T20 Season 4 will begin on Tuesday, 2 December – UAE National Day (Eid-Al-Etihad) with a blockbuster opening, the six-team, 34-match tournament will conclude with the final on Sunday, 4 January 2026   
Rohid Bangash of MI Emirates bowls during the match 26 of the DP World International League T20 between the Gulf Giants and the MI Emirates held at the Dubai International Stadium, Dubai, United Arab Emirates on the 31st January, 2025. Photo by CREIMAS / ILT20 RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE
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