Saudi Ministry Launches Program to Introduce AI to All Segments of Society

Saudi ministry launches program to introduce AI to all segments of society. (SPA)
Saudi ministry launches program to introduce AI to all segments of society. (SPA)
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Saudi Ministry Launches Program to Introduce AI to All Segments of Society

Saudi ministry launches program to introduce AI to all segments of society. (SPA)
Saudi ministry launches program to introduce AI to all segments of society. (SPA)

The Saudi Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, in collaboration with the National e-Learning Center, has launched a specialized training program aimed at introducing AI to students, technology professionals, and anyone else interested in learning about it.
The program seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental concepts of AI. It covers a wide range of topics, including the history of AI, its types and basic principles, and its applications in healthcare, education, finance, and technology, the Saudi Press Agency said on Monday.
The primary goal is to promote awareness and continuous learning about AI, enabling participants of all ages and levels of experience to gain a profound understanding of this subject. Upon successful completion of the program, participants will receive a certificate.



Al-Khobar Hospital Uses Robot for 12 Successful Open-Heart Surgeries

Makhdom emphasized that robotic technology enhances accuracy and efficiency  - SPA
Makhdom emphasized that robotic technology enhances accuracy and efficiency - SPA
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Al-Khobar Hospital Uses Robot for 12 Successful Open-Heart Surgeries

Makhdom emphasized that robotic technology enhances accuracy and efficiency  - SPA
Makhdom emphasized that robotic technology enhances accuracy and efficiency - SPA

The Cardiac Center at King Fahd Hospital, part of Imam Abdulrahman bin Faisal University, issued a press statement revealing that it had successfully performed 12 open-heart surgeries utilizing a surgical robot.
Dr. Fahd Makhdom, a cardiac surgeon at the university hospital, stressed that this is a significant advancement in cardiac care, as it enables patients to recover faster and return to their normal lives more quickly, SPA reported.

He also said that the use of robotic technology has become a global trend in medicine.
According to Makhdom, open-heart surgery requires precision and skill, and the hospital's experience with the robot has demonstrated its effectiveness in improving patients' outcomes.
Makhdom emphasized that robotic technology enhances accuracy and efficiency by providing surgeons with advanced robotic arms and technology that allows for delicate and controlled movements, reducing the risk of human error and increasing the success rate of operations.
The cardiac center stated that the key benefits of robotic surgery include smaller incisions, minimized complications, shorter recovery periods, and faster resumption of daily activities.