{"id":18728,"date":"2025-06-21T02:49:24","date_gmt":"2025-06-20T23:49:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/digitrendz.blog\/?p=18728"},"modified":"2025-06-21T02:49:33","modified_gmt":"2025-06-20T23:49:33","slug":"80-of-saudi-adults-use-ai-tools-1-in-3-regularly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/digitrendz.blog\/z\/newswire\/technology\/18728\/80-of-saudi-adults-use-ai-tools-1-in-3-regularly\/","title":{"rendered":"80% of Saudi Adults Use AI Tools, 1 in 3 Regularly"},"content":{"rendered":"<details class=\"wp-block-details ticss-586932b6 is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>\u25bc Summary<\/summary>\n<p class=\"ticss-0c48f427 has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">&#8211; Awaser is a Saudi matchmaking app blending modern technology with cultural and religious values to facilitate lasting marriages.<br>&#8211; Founded by psychiatrist Dr. Mohammed Alolayan, the app addresses challenges in traditional matchmaking while prioritizing privacy and family involvement.<br>&#8211; The platform allows users to search based on Saudi-specific preferences like family background, education, and tribal affiliation.<br>&#8211; Awaser ensures trust through features like paid subscriptions, verified accounts, and encrypted communications that auto-delete after inactivity.<br>&#8211; The app caters to both conservative users (via family-managed profiles) and younger Saudis seeking autonomy in partner selection.<br><\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#f34c3e\" class=\"has-inline-color\">S<\/mark>audi Arabia&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/digitrendz.blog\/z\/entity\/awaser\/\" class=\"acp-entity-link\" data-entity-id=\"33721\" data-entity-category=\"Organization\" title=\"Learn more about Awaser\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Awaser<\/a> app is revolutionizing matchmaking by blending technology with cultural traditions, offering a modern yet respectful approach to marriage.<\/strong> The platform provides a structured alternative to conventional dating apps, specifically designed to align with Saudi society&#8217;s values while meeting the needs of today&#8217;s tech-savvy generation.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Developed by psychiatrist <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/digitrendz.blog\/z\/entity\/dr-mohammed-alolayan\/\" class=\"acp-entity-link\" data-entity-id=\"33722\" data-entity-category=\"Person\" title=\"Learn more about Dr. Mohammed Alolayan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dr. Mohammed Alolayan<\/a><\/strong>, Awaser stands out by prioritizing <strong>privacy, <a href=\"https:\/\/digitrendz.blog\/z\/topic\/family-involvement\/\" class=\"acp-topic-link\" data-topic-id=\"26742\" title=\"Explore: family involvement\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">family involvement<\/a>, and cultural compatibility<\/strong>. Unlike typical dating apps that rely on algorithms, it allows users to filter potential matches based on <strong>regional background, education, sect, and tribal affiliation<\/strong>\u2014factors deeply rooted in Saudi matchmaking traditions.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Alolayan explains that the app was born from observing the struggles many face in finding suitable partners within traditional frameworks. <strong>&#8220;Awaser doesn\u2019t replace traditional matchmaking, it enhances it by making the process more efficient and accessible,&#8221;<\/strong> he says. The platform enables families to create profiles for their children, ensuring trust and cultural alignment while giving individuals more control over their choices.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the app\u2019s key strengths is its <strong>strict privacy measures<\/strong>. Users must verify their identity via a <strong>Saudi mobile number<\/strong>, and all conversations are <strong>encrypted and automatically deleted after 30 days of inactivity<\/strong>. This level of security has resonated with users, particularly educated professionals, <strong>30-40% of whom hold advanced degrees<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Success stories highlight Awaser\u2019s impact. One couple who met on the app recently welcomed their first child, a milestone that Alolayan describes as deeply validating. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/digitrendz.blog\/z\/entity\/umm-abdullah\/\" class=\"acp-entity-link\" data-entity-id=\"33724\" data-entity-category=\"Person\" title=\"Learn more about Umm Abdullah\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Umm Abdullah<\/a><\/strong>, a mother using the app, appreciates how it allows families to take a more active role in matchmaking rather than waiting passively for proposals.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The platform also caters to younger Saudis seeking autonomy in their marriage journey. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/digitrendz.blog\/z\/entity\/naser-al-rahman\/\" class=\"acp-entity-link\" data-entity-id=\"33725\" data-entity-category=\"Person\" title=\"Learn more about Naser Al-Rahman\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Naser Al-Rahman<\/a><\/strong>, a user, notes that unlike other platforms, Awaser feels <strong>safe and genuine<\/strong>, with members serious about long-term commitment.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While the app doesn\u2019t currently use AI for matchmaking, Alolayan sees potential for future integration. <strong>&#8220;There\u2019s no perfect psychological model for matching people, but AI could refine the process based on user behavior,&#8221;<\/strong> he suggests.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As <a href=\"https:\/\/digitrendz.blog\/z\/entity\/saudi-arabia\/\" class=\"acp-entity-link\" data-entity-id=\"87\" data-entity-category=\"Place\" title=\"Learn more about Saudi Arabia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Saudi Arabia<\/a> progresses under <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/digitrendz.blog\/z\/entity\/vision-2030\/\" class=\"acp-entity-link\" data-entity-id=\"90\" data-entity-category=\"Technology\" title=\"Learn more about Vision 2030\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Vision 2030<\/a><\/strong>, apps like Awaser demonstrate how technology can coexist with tradition. <strong>Family lawyer <a href=\"https:\/\/digitrendz.blog\/z\/entity\/hassan-al-ghawi\/\" class=\"acp-entity-link\" data-entity-id=\"33726\" data-entity-category=\"Person\" title=\"Learn more about Hassan Al-Ghawi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hassan Al-Ghawi<\/a><\/strong> emphasizes that such platforms, when designed with privacy and cultural sensitivity, can strengthen marital foundations by encouraging thoughtful decision-making.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By balancing innovation with tradition, Awaser is reshaping Saudi matchmaking, one meaningful connection at a time.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>(Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arabnews.com\/node\/2604816\/saudi-arabia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Arab News<\/a>)<\/em><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Awaser is a Saudi matchmaking app that blends technology with cultural traditions, offering a structured, privacy-focused alternative to conventional dating apps while aligning with local values. 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