Saudi Delegation Discusses Technology and Innovation Partnerships with US Companies

The Saudi digital economy, space and innovation delegation has held meetings with US technology companies. SPA
The Saudi digital economy, space and innovation delegation has held meetings with US technology companies. SPA
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Saudi Delegation Discusses Technology and Innovation Partnerships with US Companies

The Saudi digital economy, space and innovation delegation has held meetings with US technology companies. SPA
The Saudi digital economy, space and innovation delegation has held meetings with US technology companies. SPA

The Saudi digital economy, space and innovation delegation has held meetings with US technology companies to foster partnerships for advancing the digital economy and enhancing innovation in the Kingdom.

The delegation is headed by Minister of Communications and Information Technology (CIT) Eng. Abdullah bin Amer Al-Swaha.
During the visit to Silicon Valley, Al-Swaha met with Databricks CEO Ali Ghodsi to explore cutting-edge business solutions leveraging data and artificial intelligence (AI), as well as investment opportunities in the Kingdom.
Deputy Minister of CIT Eng. Haytham AlOhali engaged in discussions with the leadership team of NVIDIA to explore avenues for research and innovation in deep technologies, while maximizing the economic and social value through AI.

AlOhali also met with Salesforce President and Chief Product Officer David Schmaier to explore partnership opportunities in solutions and software to support innovative business solutions.



Google Tests Verified Check Marks in Search Results

A logo of Google is seen on the wall during the groundbreaking ceremony for Malaysia's first Google data center in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 01 October 2024. (EPA)
A logo of Google is seen on the wall during the groundbreaking ceremony for Malaysia's first Google data center in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 01 October 2024. (EPA)
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Google Tests Verified Check Marks in Search Results

A logo of Google is seen on the wall during the groundbreaking ceremony for Malaysia's first Google data center in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 01 October 2024. (EPA)
A logo of Google is seen on the wall during the groundbreaking ceremony for Malaysia's first Google data center in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 01 October 2024. (EPA)

Alphabet's Google is testing showing check marks next to certain companies on its search results, a company spokesperson said on Friday, in a move aimed at helping users identify verified sources and steer clear of fake websites.

Fraudulent websites impersonating official businesses or services could creep up in online search results, leading users to view false information about the business, deceiving users and potentially harming the brand.

"We regularly experiment with features that help shoppers identify trustworthy businesses online, and we are currently running a small experiment showing checkmarks next to certain businesses on Google," the spokesperson said.

Google already uses automated systems to identify pages with "scammy" or fraudulent content and prevent them from showing up in the search results.

The Verge reported the development earlier on Friday, adding that it spotted blue verified checkmarks next to official site links for companies including Microsoft, Meta and Apple on search results.

Only some users were able to see the feature, the Verge said, indicating Google has not rolled out the test widely yet.