National Strategy for Data and Artificial Intelligence (NSDAI) is a long-term national strategy launched by the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority ( SDAIA ). It aims to map out the future of data and artificial intelligence (AI) both locally and internationally, in addition to positioning the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as one of the leading countries in the field of AI at the global level. In 2020, the National Strategy for Data and Artificial Intelligence was announced at the first ...
ALLaM Application is a national chat application based on generative artificial intelligence technologies. The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) launched its pilot version on May 16, 2023, to provide a knowledge resource that answers users’ inquiries in formal Arabic. Objectives of ALLaM Application The application is meant to serve the Arabic language regionally and globally, empower, promote, and preserve its integrity, and highlight its significance by enrichin...
Digital Government Capacity Development Program (Quodrat-Tech), a program aimed at developing national human capacities and skills within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, was launched by the Digital Government Authority (DGA) on October 10, 2021, to promote and empower the digital transformation plans in the Kingdom's government sector. Role of Digital Government Capacity Development Program The Digital Government Capability Development Program empowers government entity employees working in...
Shaheen Computer is a supercomputer with a high-performance computing system owned by King Abdullah University for Science and Technology 'KAUST', Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . KAUST has been operating on Shaheen since 2009, starting with 'Shaheen I', followed by 'Shaheen II', and then 'Shaheen III', to provide cutting-edge capabilities in supercomputing and artificial intelligence 'AI' for scientific research in vital fields. In 2023, 'Shaheen...
Robots in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are technologies based on artificial intelligence (AI) that the Kingdom has embraced as part of its emerging technologies. These technologies have become a significant focus of the Saudi government's agenda, aligning with efforts, initiatives, regulations, and the institutional framework for AI, the Internet of Things (IoT), and big data. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has adopted a regulatory framework for the use of robotics and automation, including th...
Yes, as robots are classified within artificial intelligence (AI) systems. The concept of AI has been promoted in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia since 2019 as one of the pillars of the technologies of the Fourth Industrial Revolution within the National Industrial Development and Logistics Program (NIDLP) , one of the Saudi Vision 2030 realization programs. In 2017, the Kingdom granted citizenship to the robot 'Sophia', becoming the world's first nation to grant citizenship to robot...
Saudi Telecom Group 'stc' is a Saudi joint-stock company listed on the Saudi Exchange (Tadawul), within the main market platform, with a disclosed capital of SAR50 billion. It was established by Royal Decree No. M/35 in 1998, and is headquartered in Riyadh. The group offers numerous innovative digital solutions and contributes to leading the digital transformation at the regional level. It operates in the fields of telecommunications and information technology, digital infrastructure,...
The robot 'Sara' is the first robot in the world to be made in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, capable of speaking and making jokes in the local dialect. As part of the Kingdom's strategy to localize technology and various industries and employ artificial intelligence, the robot 'Sara' was unveiled during the LEAP 23 conference held in Riyadh from February 6 to 9, 2023, under the theme 'Into New Worlds'. TV interview with Sara A television interview aired by ...
The Saudi Open Data Portal is a central electronic platform dedicated to collecting data from ministries and government entities and making it accessible to beneficiaries in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . It is one of the key initiatives within the national open data strategy, aiming to establish a public database to enable transparency, encourage community participation, and foster innovation. Role of the Saudi Open Data Portal The main role of the portal is to publish datasets from ministries ...
Cloud Services in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are one of the enablers of digital transformation, aligned with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030. They are overseen and regulated by the Communications, Space, and Technology Commission to build a digital economy that enhances innovative investments. Cloud computing serves as an important alternative to information technology (IT) resources for institutions and companies worldwide, offering solutions that meet global standards and contributing to...
Metaverse Academy is the result of a partnership between Tuwaiq Academy and Meta Company, making it the first specialized academy of its kind in the Middle East and North Africa. It is also supported by Simplon, the leading French social enterprise that provides comprehensive digital skills training services. Goals and tracks of Metaverse Academy The academy seeks to qualify trained national cadres to support opportunities and businesses in the metaverse field and its various technologies aroun...
The Tech Research Challenge Initiative is a quarterly initiative focused on addressing technical challenges in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It was launched by the National Technology Development Program (NTDP) in 2021, in partnership with King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST), and in collaboration with Saudi companies, universities, and research centers. The initiative aims to localize the information technology sector in line with Vision 2030 and to encourage research, develop...