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Gemini's Personal Intelligence now in the Arab World

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0000

We are excited to announce the launch of Personal Intelligence in the Arab world. Personal Intelligence securely connects information from apps like Gmail and Google Pho…

Become the next Google Gemini Student Ambassador in Egypt & Saudi Arabia

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000

If you’re a current student at a university in Saudi Arabia or Egypt, then this is your chance to apply for the Google Gemini Student Ambassadorship Program. It is our f…

Make the switch: Bring your AI memories and chat history to Gemini

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000

We are introducing new, easy-to-use switching tools for all consumer accounts — allowing you to easily bring memories, context and chat history from other AI apps direct…

Meet Nano Banana 2, Now Live on Gemini App and Google Search in the Arab World

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Nano Banana 2, Google’s latest state of the art image model is now available in the Middle East and North Africa. The model is accessible on Google Gemini (desktop and m…

Ramadan just got a little more Premium!

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000

If you’ve been thinking about trying YouTube Premium for the first time, Ramadan is a great time to start!Ramadan is a season of reflection, connection, and intentional …

Ramadan greetings, now customized using Lyria 3 & Nano Banana

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000

We announced today the launch of Lyria 3, Google DeepMind’s latest generative music model, available in Arabic (beta version) around the world. Lyria 3 will be accessibl…

'Lily', the winner of the Global AI Film Award

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 10:24:00 +0000

Over the past year, we’ve witnessed how creators globally have been using our AI models and tools to share their stories with the world. That’s why we launched the AI Fi…

YouTube’s 20th: The creators, topics & artists defining MENA’s content map in 2025

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:19:00 +0000

As our 20th-anniversary year draws to a close, it's a perfect moment to reflect on the dynamic, and diverse content map created by our community in the Middle East &…

Year in Search MENA 2025: AI, education & sports

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:00:00 +0000

With the year drawing to an end, we explore the moments, people, and trends that sparked curiosity across the Middle East and North Africa. The year 2025 was defined by …

How to use Nano Banana Pro, like a Pro!

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Today, we’re introducing a refreshed look of Nano Banana Pro, our image generation and editing model. But what’s really new about the new version?Accurate visuals based …

A new era of intelligence with Gemini 3

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 20:00:00 +0000

A note from Google and Alphabet CEO Sundar PichaiNearly two years ago we kicked off the Gemini era, one of our biggest scientific and product endeavors ever undertaken a…

Making high-quality medical advice more accessible for Arabic speakers with YouTube Health

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:42:00 +0000

When we have a health question concerning ourselves or a loved one, we often turn to the internet first. In fact, more and more people are turning to video to find diges…

Unlocking new creative possibilities with Veo 3 on YouTube Shorts in MENA

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 22:00:00 +0000

In the Middle East and North Africa, the creator economy continues to thrive, driven by a community that is deeply engaged and eager to innovate. Today at Brandcast, our…

AI for All: Partnering with the UAE AI Office to empower everyone with future-ready skills

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 15:04:00 +0000

Helping people access information and develop new skills is at the core of Google's mission to organize the world’s information & make it universally accessible. As …

Calling uni students in Iraq, Jordan & UAE: 12 months free access to Gemini Pro!

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Since the earliest days of Search and Youtube, learning has been core to Google’s mission. With Gemini, we aim to equip the next generation with foundational AI skills a…

Introducing AI Mode in Arabic

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Today, we started rolling out AI Mode in Google Search in 38 new languages including Modern Standard Arabic (Fush’a). AI Mode is our most powerful AI search experience a…

1 Billion Summit & Google Gemini announce details of world’s largest AI Film Award

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 16:00:00 +0000

Today, we're excited to announce details of the world's largest AI Film Award, presented by the 1 Billion Followers Summit and powered by Google Gemini. The 1 Billion Fo…

The next 20: Powering the future of entertainment together at Made on YouTube

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Twenty years ago, YouTube launched with the idea that everyone should have the opportunity to create and find a global stage. Since then, we’ve seen creators shape cultu…

Google Pay Launches in Saudi Arabia, Enabling Simple and Secure Payments for Users

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 15:00:00 +0000

Today, we announced the official launch of Google Pay and Google Wallet in Saudi Arabia, helping users pay fast, simply, and securely with their Android phones.The servi…

Empowering the next generation: Free Gemini Pro for students in Saudi Arabia & Egypt

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 11:00:00 +0000

The new academic year is in full swing across the region and to help thousands of university students to make the most of the year, we're making our most advanced AI too…