As Saudi Arabia accelerates its journey toward becoming a global leader in digital innovation, the Smart Data & AI Summit will play a pivotal role in shaping the Kingdom’s data and AI landscape.
A platform for innovation and collaboration
Building on the success of its debut last year, which was inaugurated by a leading official from the Saudi Data & AI Authority (SDAIA), the 2025 edition promises to be bigger and more impactful. The summit will feature:
- 25+ cutting-edge solution providers showcasing the latest technologies in data and AI
- 50+ industry experts sharing insights on emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities
- 300+ attendees, including data engineers, architects, AI pioneers, and decision-makers from Saudi Arabia’s largest organizations
- 1:1 meetings to foster collaboration and evaluate tailored solutions
- CPD-accredited sessions to help professionals enhance their skills and advance their careers
Unveiling the future of data and AI
The summit’s agenda will look at important topics shaping the future of data and AI, including:
- Navigating open data in Saudi Arabia
- AI fusion and machine learning innovations
- Data virtualization and the power of data mesh
- Ethical data governance and cybersecurity analytics
- Unified data cloud architectures
Discussions will be led by thought leaders from the Kingdom’s top organizations, including Ministry of Hajj & Umrah, Insurance Authority, Council of Health Insurance, NEOM, AlNASSR Club Company | PIF, and Abdul Latif Jameel United Finance.
DAMA Saudi Arabia joins as supporting partner
The Data Management Association (DAMA Saudi Arabia), the Kingdom’s largest data management community, has joined the summit as a supporting partner. The partnership underscores DAMA’s commitment to fostering a robust data management ecosystem and aligns with the summit’s mission to elevate Saudi Arabia’s position as a global leader in data and AI.
A legacy of excellence
The inaugural edition of the summit set a high benchmark, with attendees praising the quality of speakers, depth of discussions, and opportunities for networking and collaboration. Nayef Al-Otaibi, VP & Chief Digital Officer at Saudi Aramco, said, "The event was well-managed, the coordination was excellent, and the quality of the speakers was above expectations. It was a beautiful experience connecting with industry experts during the panel discussions and sharing our experiences. This could basically help us establish the platform and collaborate and work together in future."
Driving Vision 2030 forward
The Smart Data & AI Summit is a strategic initiative to support Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals. By bringing together global expertise, cutting-edge technologies, and local insights, the summit aims to:
- Accelerate the Kingdom’s digital transformation
- Foster innovation and collaboration across industries
- Address regulatory challenges and ethical considerations in data and AI
- Unlock new opportunities for investment and growth in the Kingdom’s data and AI sectors
Conclusion
The Smart Data & AI Summit is set to be a high-impact event, offering a platform for data and AI professionals to explore the latest advances, tackle challenges, and unlock opportunities in Saudi Arabia’s rapidly evolving data and AI landscape. With a stellar lineup of speakers, solution providers, and attendees, the summit is poised to make a lasting impact on the Kingdom’s digital transformation journey.
FAQs
Q: What is the Smart Data & AI Summit?
A: The Smart Data & AI Summit is a strategic initiative to support Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals, bringing together global expertise, cutting-edge technologies, and local insights to accelerate the Kingdom’s digital transformation.
Q: What are the key topics to be discussed at the summit?
A: The summit will cover topics such as open data, AI fusion, data virtualization, ethical data governance, and unified data cloud architectures.
Q: Who are the key speakers at the summit?
A: The summit will feature a high-impact speaker lineup, including industry experts from top organizations such as Ministry of Hajj & Umrah, Insurance Authority, Council of Health Insurance, NEOM, AlNASSR Club Company | PIF, and Abdul Latif Jameel United Finance.
Q: How can I register for the summit?
A: For more information, visit: https://saudi.smartdataseries.com/
