Global AI Summit Launch: The third annual Global AI Summit, held under the patronage of HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman, began today in Riyadh at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Center, featuring over 450 international speakers and attracting attendees from 100 countries.
Focus and Impact: The summit highlights Saudi Arabia’s role as a leader in AI innovation, with discussions covering key topics such as AI ethics, generative AI, and smart city development. It also includes the launch of more than 25 initiatives and the signing of over 70 agreements.
Strategic Alignment: The event aligns with Saudi Vision 2030 and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for 2030, aiming to advance global cooperation in AI and contribute to shaping the future of technology for the benefit of all humanity.
Riyadh, September 10, 2024 — The third annual Global AI Summit, held under the esteemed patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince, Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), commenced today. The summit, taking place from September 10 to 12 at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Center in Riyadh, marks a significant event in the global calendar for artificial intelligence and data science.
Organized by SDAIA, this year's summit has garnered attention from a broad spectrum of attendees, including over 450 international speakers and distinguished guests from across the globe. The event has attracted a diverse audience comprising local, regional, and international leaders, economic policymakers, and elite AI specialists from 100 countries. This high-profile gathering reaffirms Saudi Arabia’s prominent role in hosting and managing major global summits under the leadership of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and HRH the Crown Prince.
The summit not only underscores the Kingdom's position as a leading hub for innovation and technological advancement but also highlights its growing influence in the field of artificial intelligence. The event serves as a culmination of five years of dedicated work by SDAIA to bolster Saudi Arabia’s role as a pivotal international player in data and AI technologies. This aligns with the Kingdom’s broader vision of becoming a global leader in cutting-edge technologies and smart solutions.
Over the course of the summit, participants will engage in 150 sessions featuring 456 expert speakers who will address a range of critical topics. The agenda includes discussions on AI innovation, industry advancements, the integration of human intelligence with AI, ethical considerations, generative AI, AI processors and infrastructure, and the impact of AI on the development of smart cities. With more than 32,000 registered attendees, the summit is set to be a major platform for knowledge exchange and intellectual engagement.
In addition to the discussions, the summit will see the launch of over 25 local and international initiatives and the signing of more than 70 agreements. These activities are expected to further enhance global cooperation in the field of AI and drive progress in developing innovative solutions to complex challenges.
The Global AI Summit is strategically aligned with Saudi Arabia’s commitment to supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for 2030 and reflects the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030. By fostering international collaboration and advancing the frontiers of AI, the summit aims to contribute significantly to shaping a future where AI benefits all of humanity.