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  • Saudi Arabia Expected to Cut Its Oil Prices to Asia for October

    Saudi Aramco, the world’s top crude oil exporter, is expected to cut the official selling price (OSP) of all its crude grades for Asia in October, according to the survey of five refining sources. Three of these Reuters sources expect the flagship Saudi crude grade, Arab Light, to be priced $0.50 to $0.70 per barrel lower than the September prices. A cut of $0.70 would make Arab Light cost Asian refiners $2.00 per barrel above the Oman/Dubai average.

  • Saudi Arabia’s fintech sector rakes in $1.84 billion in VC funding since 2018

    According to the latest official report from the General Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises (Monsha’at), Saudi Arabia’s financial technology startups have secured over $1.84 billion in venture capital investments since 2018. This significant achievement is largely attributed to the Fintech Saudi initiative, which has been a key driver of growth in the sector.

  • Tawaref series: Saudi entrepreneurship license at a glance

    Offering unique benefits not available in traditional licence tracks, the entrepreneurship licence is a one-of-a-kind opportunity designed to foster innovation and support startups. Entrepreneurs who are granted this licence gain access to reduced licensing fees, premium residency eligibility, and entry into one of the top business ecosystems of the world. Once you secure this licence, you are free to conduct business in Saudi Arabia; no other steps are required.

  • Saudi Foreign Minister calls for intensifying Arab-Islamic efforts to stop Israeli violations

    Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan discussed the latest developments on the Palestinian issue and efforts to enhance joint Arab and Islamic actions aimed at restoring the legitimate rights of Palestine and its people, stopping Israeli violations, and supporting the establishment of an independent Palestinian state.

  • Ronaldo raves about life in Saudi Arabia and attractions like Red Sea, AlUla

    Cristiano Ronaldo said adapting to Saudi Arabia was easy for him and his family as the football star gushed about his life in the Kingdom and its many attractions such as the Red Sea and the ancient Arabic oasis, AlUla. “To be honest, I am really happy to be there [Saudi Arabia],” Ronaldo, who plays for the Saudi football club, Al Nassr, said in an interview with former Portuguese footballer, Rio Ferdinand.

  • Saudi camel leather market valued at $98.7 million annually

    The Saudi Fashion Commission highlighted the cultural dimension and national heritage related to camel products and the extent of their benefits in the world of contemporary fashion. The current potential of the camel leather market in Saudi Arabia stood at approximately $98.7 million annually. Based on the current camel population in Saudi Arabia, 2,800 tons of camel hair can be produced annually worth $2 million, it was revealed in a research paper titled “Camels... contemporary fashion,” the Saudi Press Agency reported.

  • SDAIA amends regulation for transferring personal data to outside Saudi Arabia

    The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) announced that amendments have been made to the regulation for transferring personal data to outside the Kingdom. This is aimed at clarifying the detailed provisions and procedures related to transferring personal data to outside the Kingdom in a way that ensures the availability of an appropriate level of protection for personal data and the privacy of its owners in other countries. This is in view of the fact that SDAIA is the competent authority supervising the implementation of the provisions of the law and regulations.

  • Saudi Arabia seeks Chinese tech as it reinvents itself as car and automation hub

    Key meetings in Guangzhou, capital of the southern Chinese province of Guangdong, will include discussions with GAC Group, a major electric vehicle (EV) maker, as well as lithium battery producer General Lithium and communication tech giant Huawei, the statement said.

  • Saudi Arabia Launches a $266 Million Boulevard Business Park in Riyadh

    The Boulevard Business Park, unveiled by the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), is a visionary development within the Boulevard City and is designed to uplift Riyadh’s artistic and entrepreneurial landscape even further and propel Saudi Arabia’s flourishing creative economy. With an investment of over $266 million (SAR 1 billion), this pioneering project represents the first phase of an ambitious urban revitalization plan for the Boulevard District.

  • Smalling set to join Saudi Pro League club Al-Fayha

    Former England and Manchester United defender Chris Smalling is on the brink of joining Saudi Pro League club Al-Fayha. Smalling is poised to be a substitute for Roma on Sunday evening when his current club play against Juventus in Serie A.