JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia is ramping up its artificial intelligence ambitions with the launch of HUMAIN, a flagship initiative backed by the Public Investment Fund, as part of its broader drive to become a global AI powerhouse.
With more than $40 billion earmarked for AI-related investments under Vision 2030, the Kingdom is scaling up infrastructure, forging global tech partnerships, and positioning itself as a hub for advanced AI applications across the Middle East and beyond.
“Artificial intelligence has become a strategic priority for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as it aligns strongly with the country’s economic transformation goals and enhances governance,” Youssef Saidi, an economic expert and research fellow at the Economic Research Forum, told Arab News.
He added that the Kingdom’s AI strategy aims to position the country as a global AI leader by the end of the decade.
“Saudi Arabia is leveraging AI to drive innovation and economic growth across various sectors, including healthcare, finance, and logistics, helping the country’s transition into a knowledge-based economy. Saudi Arabia is investing heavily in AI research and development to become a regional leader in this field,” he added.
