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Global AI spending to hit $2.5 trillion this year, says report

Thu, 15 Jan 2026

Worldwide spending on artificial intelligence (AI) is forecast to hit $2.52 trillion in 2026, up 44% over last year, said a report. The AI infrastructure is driving this boom; adding a whopping $401 billion in expenditure as technology providers continue to build out AI foundations.

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Parsons lands New Murabba infrastructure lead design consultancy contract

Tue, 13 Jan 2026

Parsons Corporation has secured the infrastructure lead design consultancy contract from Saudi PIF-owned New Murabba Development Company for its mega project in the kingdom. The scope of work includes provision of design and construction technical support for New Murabba project.

Construction & Real Estate

RCRC awards Riyadh Metro’s Red Line extension contract

Tue, 13 Jan 2026

The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) has awarded a contract for the design, implementation and completion of an extension to the Red Line of the Riyadh Metro network. On completion, the Red Line network will span 33.7km covering a total of 20 stations.

Construction & Real Estate

Design phase begins for key bridge project in Bahrain

Sun, 11 Jan 2026

Bahraini authorities have announced that one of the kingdom's major infrastructure projects - Muharraq-Arad Bridge - has entered the preliminary design phase. The scheme is intended to boost access to East Hidd Town while easing traffic congestion across Muharraq, said a report.