Nokia Opens New Riyadh R&D Center to Drive AI-Native Network Innovation

On the sidelines of LEAP 2026, Nokia announced the opening of its new research and development center in Riyadh, focused on developing AI-powered network automation software. The center will create software that enables communications networks to self-configure, self-heal, optimize performance, reduce energy consumption, and operate with greater autonomy. Recent: Nokia’s AI Supercycle Takes Off: Q2 Sales Surge as Cloud Demand Soars The center will specialize in service management and orchestrati