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KAUST startup Saee delivers logistics innovation, reflecting University’s entrepreneurial impact

KAUST · Jul 24

KAUST startup Saee, a last-mile delivery company, was recently acquired by Estimkan Holding. Co-founded by KAUST alumnus Dr. Tariq Alturkestani, Saee benefited from KAUST's support through programs like the KGSP and the TAQADAM Startup Accelerator. Saee evolved from a carpooling app for women into a logistics solution for parcel delivery, adapting to the changing Saudi market. Why it matters: The success of Saee demonstrates KAUST's increasing role in fostering entrepreneurship and contributing to Saudi Vision 2030 by developing innovative ventures.

KAUST hosts International Graduate School on Control event

KAUST · Jul 15

KAUST recently hosted the European Embedded Control Institute's International Graduate School on Control (IGSC). As part of the event, KAUST Professor Jeff Shamma gave a one-week course on "Game Theory and Distributed Control". The course had over 30 registered attendees, including participants from KAUST, KACST, King Saud University, and nine European universities. Why it matters: Hosting international events like IGSC enhances KAUST's global reputation, fosters collaboration opportunities, and exposes visiting researchers to KAUST's research environment.