The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Rezolve AI Ink Pioneering MOU to Establish Global AI Market Leaders

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Rezolve AI Ink Pioneering MOU to Establish Global AI Market Leaders
Dan Wagner, CEO and Chairman of Rezolve AI Limited and Saleh Al-Khabti, Deputy Minister of Investment Transactions for the KSA
  • Establishment of an AI Centre of Excellence in Saudi Arabia
  • Creation of Global Market Leaders

(Please Note on December 17, 2021, Rezolve AI entered into a definitive Business Combination Agreement (as amended and restated on June 16, 2023, the “Business Combination Agreement”) with Armada Acquisition Corp. I (NASDAQ: AACI), a publicly traded special purpose acquisition company, which is expected to close in H1 2024, subject to approval by Armada’s shareholders, the Registration Statement being declared effective by the SEC, and other customary closing conditions. Upon closing of the transaction, the combined company’s shares are expected to trade on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbol “ZONE”.)

LONDON, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a strategic move that highlights the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s commitment to technological advancement and economic growth, the Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia (MISA) has forged a groundbreaking partnership with Rezolve AI Limited. This collaboration is set to revolutionize the artificial intelligence (AI) landscape, establishing an AI Centre of Excellence in Saudi Arabia as a cornerstone of Vision 2030’s innovation and development goals.

Key Highlights of the Partnership:

• Establishment of an AI Centre of Excellence in Saudi Arabia: To serve as a hub for innovation, leveraging Rezolve AI’s unique technology to navigate and solve the industry’s pressing challenge of AI hallucinations, ensuring the creation of reliable and ethical AI solutions.

• Creation of Global Market Leaders: In partnership with the Ministry of Investment, the goal is to launch at least five AI ventures in diverse market sectors, funded and headquartered locally, each aspiring to become global market leaders. These ventures will leverage Rezolve’s cutting-edge AI Large Language Model (brainpowa) to foster innovation and ensure global leadership without succumbing to AI hallucinations.

The initiative is integral to Saudi Arabia’s strategic vision, positioning the Kingdom not just as a leader in AI technology but also as the foundation for global AI-driven companies. This underscores Saudi Arabia’s role as a nucleus for technological innovation and economic diversification.

The Ministry of Investment will facilitate the participation of leading public and private financial and corporate institutions to anchor and support Rezolve’s upcoming listing on NASDAQ. This demonstrates KSA’s commitment to being open for business and welcoming the next generation of global leaders, encouraging them to base their operations and Headquarters in the Kingdom.

At the signing ceremony in Riyadh last week, Saleh Al-Khabti, Deputy Minister of Investment Transactions for the KSA, and Dan Wagner, CEO and Chairman of Rezolve AI Limited, underscored the transformative potential of this partnership. It marks a significant milestone in Saudi Arabia’s journey toward becoming a global technology powerhouse, showcasing the Kingdom’s commitment to nurturing the growth of next-generation technology leaders on an international stage.

About Rezolve AI Limited

Rezolve is taking retailing into a new era of customer engagement with a proprietary mobile engagement platform. The Rezolve Platform is a powerful set of mobile commerce and engagement capabilities that provide mobile application vendors with a range of valuable commercial opportunities that can be realized without having to develop code, host operations or manage security. The Rezolve Inside SDK allows mobile application vendors to quickly deliver innovation for their consumers into existing or new mobile apps. Rezolve was founded in 2016, is headquartered in London, UK and has offices including: Shanghai, New Delhi, Taipei, Frankfurt, Madrid, Mexico City and Providence, RI, USA. (www.rezolve.com)

About Armada Acquisition Corp. I

Armada Acquisition Corp. I (Nasdaq: AACI) is a blank check company whose business purpose is to effect a merger, capital stock exchange, asset acquisition, stock purchase, reorganization, or similar business combination with one or more businesses. Armada was founded on November 5, 2020 and is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA.

Media contacts:

Ministry of Investment, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia:
InvestorCare@misa.gov.sa

Rezolve:
urmeekhan@rezolve.com
44-7576-094-040

Armada Acquisition Corp:
Mike Bishop Bishop IR, LLC mike@bishopir.com

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Perfect Match: American Legend John McEnroe Joins Forces With Pepperstone

Tamas Szabo, Pepperstone Group CEO; John McEnroe, Pepperstone Global Tennis Ambassador

MELBOURNE, Australia, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — One of the greatest and most exciting players in tennis history has partnered with Pepperstone, with former World No. 1 and seven-time grand slam singles champion John McEnroe joining forces with the globally recognised Forex (FX) and Contracts for Difference (CFD) broker.

McEnroe joins Australian and current World No. 9 Alex de Minaur in Pepperstone’s stable of stars, with the American becoming one of Pepperstone’s Global Tennis Ambassadors.

McEnroe is not only renowned for his exceptional tennis prowess but also for his charismatic and often outspoken personality, both on and off the court.

As a former World No. 1, McEnroe helped define the world of modern tennis and solidified a reputation for exceptional performance.

Additionally, his philanthropic efforts for various charities and youth development showcases his commitment to creating a positive impact.

The former champion said he was happy to join the Pepperstone team considering their track record of supporting the sport.

“I couldn’t ask for a better doubles partner than Pepperstone. They’ve got a history of supporting tennis and they’re clearly as passionate about the future of the sport as I am,” McEnroe said.

“Having been a Platinum Partner of the ATP and holding the naming rights of the Pepperstone ATP Rankings, Pepperstone supports tennis on a global scale.”

Pepperstone CEO Tamas Szabo said McEnroe is the perfect fit to partner with Pepperstone.

“John is a tennis icon whose influence extends beyond his remarkable achievements on the court, and we very much look forward to working together with him as our Global Tennis Ambassador,” Mr Szabo said. “Pepperstone will always be proud of being a Platinum Partner of the ATP, and we will continue to support the great sport of tennis for years to come.”

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Tamas Szabo, Pepperstone Group CEO;John McEnroe, Pepperstone Global Tennis Ambassador

Tamas Szabo, Pepperstone Group CEO John McEnroe, Pepperstone Global Tennis Ambassador

About Pepperstone:

Established in 2010, Pepperstone has grown to become an award-winning online global forex and CFD broker known for delivering exceptional client service and withdrawals to tens of thousands of clients around the world. Pepperstone has subsidiaries across the globe and is regulated by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySec), the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB), the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), the Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) and The Capital Markets Authority of Kenya (CMA).

For more information, please visit www.pepperstone.com

Pepperstone: Marketing & Media media@pepperstone.com

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‫التطابق المثالي: الأسطورة الأمريكية جون ماكنرو يدخل في شراكة مع ببرستون

تاماس زابو، الرئيس التنفيذي لمجموعة ببرستون جون ماكنرو، سفير ببرستون العالمي للتنس

MELBOURNE, Australia, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — عقد أحد أعظم اللاعبين وأكثرهم إثارة في تاريخ التنس شراكة مع ببرستون، حيث انضم جون ماكنرو، المصنف الأول عالميًا سابقًا وبطل الفردي في البطولات الأربع الكبرى سبع مرات، إلى وسيط الفوركس وعقود الفروقات المعروف عالميًا.

ينضم ماكنرو إلى الأسترالي والمصنف رقم ٩ الحالي عالميًا أليكس دي مينور في مجموعة نجوم ببرستون، حيث أصبح الأمريكي أحد سفراء ببرستون العالميين للتنس.

لا يشتهر ماكنرو ببراعته الاستثنائية في التنس فحسب، بل أيضًا بشخصيته الجذابة والصريحة في كثير من الأحيان، داخل الملعب وخارجه.

بصفته المصنف الأول عالميًا سابقًا، ساعد ماكنرو في تعريف عالم التنس الحديث وعزز سمعته بالأداء الاستثنائي.

بالإضافة إلى ذلك، تُظهر جهوده الخيرية لمختلف المؤسسات الخيرية وتنمية الشباب التزامه بإحداث تأثير إيجابي.

قال البطل السابق إنه سعيد بالانضمام إلى فريق ببرستون بالنظر إلى سجلهم الحافل في دعم هذه الرياضة.

قال ماكنرو “لم أتمكن من طلب شريك زوجي أفضل من بيبرستون. لديهم تاريخ في دعم التنس ومن الواضح أنهم متحمسون لمستقبل الرياضة مثلي“.

نظرًا لكوننا شريكًا بلاتينيًا في اتحاد لاعبي التنس المحترفين ونمتلك حقوق تسمية تصنيفات ببرستون ATP، فإن ببرستون تدعم التنس على نطاق عالمي.”

قال تاماس زابو، الرئيس التنفيذي لشركة ببرستون، إن ماكنرو هو الشخص المناسب تمامًا للشراكة مع ببرستون.

وقال السيد زابو: “جون هو رمز للتنس يمتد تأثيره إلى ما هو أبعد من إنجازاته الرائعة في الملعب، ونحن نتطلع بشدة إلى العمل معه كسفير عالمي للتنس”. “ستظل شركة ببرستون فخورة دائمًا بكونها الشريك البلاتيني لرابطة لاعبي التنس المحترفين، وسنواصل دعم رياضة التنس الرائعة لسنوات قادمة.”

فيديو إعلان جون      
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تاماس زابو، الرئيس التنفيذي لمجموعة ببرستون جون ماكنرو، سفير ببرستون العالمي للتنس

تاماس زابو، الرئيس التنفيذي لمجموعة ببرستون جون ماكنرو، سفير ببرستون العالمي للتنس

نبذة عن بيبرستون:

تأسست ببرستون في عام ٢٠١٠، وتطورت لتصبح وسيطًا عالميًا لتداول العملات الأجنبية وعقود الفروقات عبر الإنترنت حائزًا على جوائز ومعروفًا بتقديم خدمة عملاء استثنائية وعمليات سحب لعشرات الآلاف من العملاء حول العالم. لدى ببرستون شركات تابعة في جميع أنحاء العالم وتخضع لرقابة هيئة الأوراق المالية والاستثمارات الأسترالية (ASIC)، وهيئة السلوك المالي في المملكة المتحدة (FCA)، وهيئة الأوراق المالية والبورصات القبرصية (CySec)، وهيئة الأوراق المالية في جزر البهاما (SCB)، سلطة دبي للخدمات المالية (DFSA)، والهيئة الاتحادية للرقابة المالية (BaFin)، وهيئة أسواق المال الكينية (CMA).

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Defense Minister, Iranian counterpart discuss means to consolidate bilateral relations


Tehran, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Army and Armed Forces and Minister of Defense, Major Gen. Ali Mahmoud Abbas, met his Iranian counterpart, Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Ashtiani, in Tehran, within the framework of consolidating and developing relations between the two friendly countries, especially in the military field.

The two sides discussed issues of common interest and stressed the importance of continuous consultation, especially in light of the rapid regional developments and within the framework of the bilateral relations that bring together the two friendly countries and armies.

Talks during the meeting stressed that the Zionist entity failed to achieve its aggressive goals in Gaza, stressing the need for the United Nations and the Security Council to bear their responsibilities towards the crimes of genocide committed against the Palestinian people.

The two sides condemned the continuing Zionist attacks on Syrian territory, the destruction of infrastructure, and the targeting of civilia
ns, which conclusively confirm the inability of the terrorist entity to undermine the axis of resistance and its attempt to export its crises and divert attention from its defeats.

During his visit to Tehran, Major Gen. Abbas also met with Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC), Ali Akbar Ahmadian, and discussed with him prospects for cooperation between the two countries and ways to develop them in a way that serves the interests of the two friendly peoples.

Source: Syrian Arab News Agency

Eight Palestinians arrested in the West Bank

Occupied Jerusalem, Israeli occupation forces arrested Monday at dawn eight Palestinians in different areas of the West Bank.

The occupation forces stormed al-Dheisheh refugee camp, south of Bethlehem, Aqabat Jaber camp south of Jericho, Ras Karkar village and Ni’lin town west of Ramallah, they raided the Palestinians’ houses and arrested 8 people, Wafa News Agency said in a statement.

On Sunday, two Palestinians were arrested near Jericho city in the West Bank.

Source: Syrian Arab News Agency

Russian Election Commission: Election turnout sets high record, results will be officially announced next Thursday


Moscow, Russian Central Election Commission (CEC) Chairwoman Ella Pamfilova, announced that turnout in the last presidential elections set a record in the history of modern Russia, reaching 77.44 %, with more than 87.1 million citizens voting.

12,711,387 Russian citizens voted in these elections, Pamfilova stated in a press statement on Monday according to RT website.

This record is unprecedented number, as it reached 77.44%, Pamfilova noted.

Pamfilova pointed out that all polling centers had completed almost all of the vote counting operations, with a percentage of 99.74 of the final counts, and that the Central Elections Commission (CEC) would officially announce the results of the Russian presidential elections next Thursday.

According to CEC and according to the aforementioned counting processes, independent candidate Vladimir Putin leads the results with 87.3 %, followed by Nikolay Kharitonov with 4.3%, Vladislav Davankov with 3.83%and Leonid Slutsky with 3.21%.

Source: Syrian Arab News Agency

Palestinian Foreign Ministry calls on international community to protect civilians in Gaza Strip


Occupied Jerusalem, The Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed that the Israeli occupation is insists to destroy the remaining health infrastructure in Gaza Strip and put it completely out of service, saying that the priority in international efforts must focus on protecting civilians and deliver aid in a sustainable manner, which requires an immediate ceasefire.

The occupation forces stormed al-Shifa Medical Complex in Gaza City, warning of the danger this would pose to the lives of medical staff, the sick, the wounded, and the displaced people present in the complex and its surroundings, including the displaced people in the besieged shelter schools, as well as to the risks that threaten the lives of those detained by the occupation, Wafa News Agency reported the Foreign Ministry as saying in stamen on Monday.

The Ministry noted that the Palestinians are not only victims of the occupation, but also victims of the international failure to impose any measure that would protect them and secure thei
r basic needs, despite the resolutions of the Security Council and the UN General Assembly and the precautionary order of the International Court of Justice.

Source: Syrian Arab News Agency

Syrian- Indian talks on boosting cooperation in agricultural scientific research field


Damascus, Minister of Agriculture and Agrarian Reform, Mohamed Hassan Qatana, discussed with Indian Ambassador to Syria, Irshad Ahmed, ways of cooperation in the fields of agricultural scientific research, product exchange, and development of agreements signed between the two countries.

Qatana pointed out during his meeting with Indian ambassador at the ministry building to the importance of benefiting from Indian experiences in the scientific, research, applied and production fields, using modern technologies in agriculture, cooperating in the fields of qualifying and training cadres, organizing plant and animal quarantine systems to facilitate product exchanges, and activating the principle of bartering in products to secure fertilizer and some production supplies in exchange for Syrian products that can be exported to India.

Indian ambassador stressed the importance of developing and updating the signed agreements and implementing them.

The ambassador expressed his readiness to convey all ideas put forw
ard to his Government and lay the foundations for their implementation.

Source: Syrian Arab News Agency

President al-Assad congratulates Putin on victory in Russian presidential election


Damascus, President Bashar al-Assad congratulated Monday President Vladimir Putin on his victory in the presidential election.

‘I congratulate you on your victory and your re-election as President of the Russian Federation with a large majority,’ President al-Assad said in a congratulatory cable.

President al-Assad added that this victory confirms the great confidence of the Russian people in Putin and his national policies and strategic visions that are based on the interests of the people and the great position that Russia has long occupied in the world.

His excellency noted that Russia has a long history and civilization based on principles and values and on respect for the interests and rights of other countries and peoples, not on occupation, domination and plunder.

President al-Assad wished his Russian counterpart success in his responsibilities and tasks and the distinguished relations and bilateral cooperation that bring Syria and Russia further prosperity.

Source: Syrian Arab News Agency

Peskov: Putin wins election in landslide…it is the best evidence that Russian people support their president


Moscow, Vladimir Putin’s landslide victory in Russia’s presidential election is a remarkable triumph, a singular achievement, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters.

‘The presidential election is over in our country. Incumbent President Vladimir Putin has indeed achieved something truly unique. The level of public support highlights his utter triumph as a candidate, and it is also the best evidence that our country’s people support their president and rally around his policy course,’ he pointed out.

According to the Kremlin spokesman, the huge turnout in the election showed how much the people stand behind the head of state. ‘The record-high voter turnout really speaks volumes about the level of the president’s popular support,’ he said.

Russia held its presidential election on March 15-17. For the first time, voting took place over a three-day period and incorporated online voting, which was available in about one-third of the country’s regions. According to the CEC’s data, incumbent head of state
Vladimir Putin has 87.32% of the vote with 99.43% of all ballots cast now counted.

Source: Syrian Arab News Agency