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TECHx
30-05-2025
- Business
- TECHx
Apple Program Empower 196 Female Graduates at Tuwaiq Academy
Home » Latest news » Apple Program Empowers 196 Female Graduates at Tuwaiq Academy Tuwaiq Academy announced the graduation of 196 female students from the Apple Developer Academy in Riyadh. The event marked the fourth cohort of graduates since the academy's launch. The ceremony was held in the presence of Abdulaziz Alhammadi, CEO of Tuwaiq Academy, and Ohood Al-Nayel, Director of the Apple Developer Academy. Other notable attendees included Sadia Atcha, Region Lead of Apple Content Services for the Middle East, Türkiye, and Africa, and Zeina Hatem, Regional Leader of Apple in the Middle East and Africa. Leaders from the technology and education sectors also attended the event. Tuwaiq Academy reported that the students completed a nine-month academic journey. The program included specialized training in app development, design, and entrepreneurship. It also focused on building leadership, creativity, and innovation. According to the academy, the curriculum encouraged self-directed learning and teamwork. Students developed app solutions for various sectors, aiming to serve different segments of society. During the event, Ohood Al-Nayel stated that the graduation reflects national support for the technology sector. She credited Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for driving digital progress in the Kingdom. Abdulaziz Alshamadi praised the academy's collaboration with Apple, calling it essential for shaping future business leaders in Saudi Arabia. Al-Nayel also highlighted the graduates' ability to turn ideas into functional apps. She emphasized their achievements in creativity and collaboration. Susan Prescott, Apple's VP of Worldwide Developer Relations, said the graduates are shaping entrepreneurship in their communities. She noted Apple's pride in supporting their journey in tech. • Tuwaiq Academy launched the Apple Developer Academy in 2021 • It is the region's first all-women Apple Developer Academy The academy operates in partnership with Apple and Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University. Since its launch, nearly 2,000 students have completed courses. Many of them now publish their apps on the App Store for local and global users. Tuwaiq Academy continues to play a key role in building digital talent in Saudi Arabia.
Leaders
18-05-2025
- Business
- Leaders
Tuwaiq Academy Leads Middle East with ServiceNow Accreditation
Tuwaiq Academy has announced its achievement of a prestigious global accreditation from ServiceNow, marking it as the first educational institution in the Middle East to earn this certification. This milestone enables the academy to deliver professional camps and educational programs utilizing ServiceNow's world-class platform technologies and tools. These offerings are designed to strengthen national capabilities across a wide range of technical disciplines. Through the Partner and Global Learning and Development portals, Tuwaiq Academy can now provide certified programs and training camps that leverage ServiceNow's methodologies and digital tools. Specialized learning tracks include IT Service Management, IT Asset Management, Information Security, Incident Response Operations, Application Development on the ServiceNow platform, and Workflow Automation using Flow Designer. The academy also offers comprehensive professional development programs. ServiceNow is a globally recognized leader in digital solutions and enterprise workflow automation. Its platform supports a variety of domains, such as IT, Human Resources, Cybersecurity, and Customer Service, and is widely adopted across industries worldwide. To date, Tuwaiq Academy has secured more than 30 international accreditations and partners with over 60 global organizations. This includes industry giants like Apple, Google, Meta, and Amazon, to deliver high-impact training programs. Finally, this latest achievement aligns with Tuwaiq Academy's mission to develop national talent to meet the highest international standards, supporting the goals of the Human Capability Development Program under Saudi Vision 2030. Related Topics: Minister of Education Opens 1st Tech Secondary School for Gifted Students at Tuwaiq Academy Tuwaiq Academy Becomes an Authorized Google Cloud Training Partner Dubai Lynx Launches Saudi Edition of Young Lynx Academy Saudi Arabia Launches AI-Powered App for Hajj 2025 Short link : Post Views: 11
Arab News
07-04-2025
- Business
- Arab News
New program to boost tech skills of Saudi leaders
RIYADH: Tuwaiq Academy has launched the Future Tech Leaders program, a six-month course designed to enhance the technical skills of professionals in leadership roles, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Sponsored by the National Technology Development Program and the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, the program is conducted in partnership with the University of California, Berkeley. It uses a hands-on learning approach to equip CEOs and IT managers with skills to keep pace with emerging technologies, according to the SPA. The curriculum covers key areas such as artificial intelligence, data science, cybersecurity, and digital transformation — fields that are increasingly in demand. Tuwaiq Academy seeks to develop national leadership in modern technologies through professional programs and bootcamps. It partners with global leaders such as Apple, Meta, Microsoft, and Stanford University to train skilled professionals across various sectors. The academy also offers additional programs for various age groups, available at The initiative is designed to bridge the gap between the rapid evolution of modern technologies and the needs of the labor market.
Zawya
20-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Databricks to invest $300mln in Saudi Arabia
Databricks, a data and AI company, has announced plans to invest up to $300 million in Saudi Arabia over the next five years. This investment, announced at LEAP 2025, will be used to enable its growing local customer base to combine data, analytics and AI on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform and will support the formation of strategic partnerships to upskill Saudi citizens with the latest skills in data engineering and AI. The data and AI company also announced a new training partnership with Tuwaiq Academy, which will be the first Databricks authorised training partner in the kingdom. These announcements follow the official opening of Databricks' new office in Riyadh in December 2024 and the welcoming of Mohammad Alzaubi as General Manager to lead operations locally. Introducing Data Intelligence Platform At LEAP, Naveen Zutshi, Chief Information Officer at Databricks, introduced Databricks' pioneering Data Intelligence Platform, highlighted recent business growth and discussed key investments in Saudi Arabia. The Databricks Data Intelligence Platform democratises access to data and AI, making it easier for organisations to harness the power of their data for analytics, machine learning, and AI applications. Built on an open source foundation, the platform enables organisations to drive innovation to increase revenue, lower costs, and reduce risk. Customers use the Data Intelligence Platform to find and treat diseases like cancer earlier, identify new ways to combat climate change, detect financial fraud, develop pharmaceuticals faster, reduce time to mental health intervention, decrease local financial inequality and much more. 'We have been thrilled to welcome Databricks to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia," said Haytham Alohali, Vice Minister at the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology. 'Databricks' commitment to KSA and along with its strategic training partnerships, will play a vital role in fostering a dynamic ecosystem of cloud providers and software companies to achieve a new level of tech excellence.' 'I was thrilled to discuss on stage why democratising data and AI across an organisation must be a top priority for the C-suite,' said Zutshi. 'Our Data Intelligence Platform has the power to help enterprises and entrepreneurs across Saudi Arabia to bring generative AI solutions to market much faster. I've been impressed by the energy and momentum at LEAP and am excited to announce Databricks' investment into Saudi Arabia over the next five years and our contribution to the local digital economy.' Commitment to data + AI training Databricks is committed to supporting KSA's Vision 2030 framework and empowering citizens and enterprises with data and AI skills. At LEAP, the company announced a new training partnership with Tuwaiq Academy. Tuwaiq Academy will be the first Databricks authorised training partner with dedicated facilities in Saudi Arabia. Databricks and Tuwaiq Academy are also currently exploring options for how Databricks can support Tuwaiq Academy's Gifted Technical Secondary School with Databricks content and a path to certification. Facilitated by MCIT, The Technical and Vocational Training Corporation (TVTC) has recognised the Databricks 'Data Engineer' certifications and the Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF) will reimburse test-takers who pass these certifications. This fosters the development of national competencies and supports professional excellence in the field of data engineering. - TradeArabia News Service Copyright 2024 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
TECHx
19-02-2025
- Business
- TECHx
Databricks to Invest $300M in Saudi Arabia - TECHx Media Databricks to Invest $300M in Saudi Arabia
At LEAP 2025, Databricks, the data and AI company, announced a $300 million investment in Saudi Arabia over the next five years. This investment aims to support the Kingdom's growing digital economy by enabling businesses to integrate data, analytics, and AI through the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform. The company is also forming strategic partnerships to upskill Saudi talent in data engineering and AI, reinforcing its commitment to Vision 2030. Databricks revealed a new training partnership with Tuwaiq Academy, making it the first Databricks-authorized training partner in Saudi Arabia. This initiative will provide dedicated training facilities and certification programs, helping professionals develop advanced data and AI expertise. The announcement follows the opening of Databricks' Riyadh office in December 2024 and the appointment of Mohammad Alzaubi as General Manager to lead local operations. During LEAP 2025, Databricks' Chief Information Officer, Naveen Zutshi, introduced the Data Intelligence Platform, emphasizing its role in democratizing access to data and AI. Built on an open-source foundation, the platform enables businesses to accelerate AI adoption, optimize costs, and reduce risks. It is already being used worldwide to detect diseases like cancer earlier, combat climate change, prevent financial fraud, and advance pharmaceutical research. Zutshi highlighted how the platform can help enterprises in Saudi Arabia bring generative AI solutions to market faster, boosting innovation across industries. H.E. Haytham Alohali, Vice Minister at the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, welcomed Databricks' expansion, stating that its investment and training partnerships will contribute to the growth of Saudi Arabia's technology ecosystem. Supported by MCIT, the Technical and Vocational Training Corporation (TVTC) has recognized Databricks' Data Engineer certifications, while the Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF) will reimburse successful test-takers, further fostering local talent development in data engineering. With this $300 million investment, strategic training programs, and AI-driven initiatives, Databricks is set to play a crucial role in Saudi Arabia's digital transformation, strengthening the Kingdom's position as a global hub for data and AI innovation.
