Amazon Web Services (AWS) and HUMAIN have announced they will invest more than $5 billion to create a special “AI Zone” in the country. This new AI Zone will combine advanced technology, including AWS’s AI tools, powerful servers, and networks for faster AI training. It will use AWS services like SageMaker and Bedrock, and programs such as Amazon Q to help Saudi Arabia become a leader in AI technology.
AWS is also building a strong infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, which will be ready by 2026. They are investing approximately $5.3 billion (about 19.88 billion Saudi riyals) to create this infrastructure.
Through this partnership, HUMAIN will create AI solutions using AWS technology for its customers. HUMAIN will also work with AWS to create a marketplace for AI agents, which will make it easier for the Saudi government to find and use AI software.
This collaboration aims to develop large AI models, including those that understand Arabic, and to promote the use of AI across various industries in the Gulf Region and beyond.
His Excellency Eng. Abdullah Alswaha, the Minister of Communications and Information Technology, expressed gratitude to AWS for deepening their partnership with Saudi Arabia, stating that this collaboration is crucial for driving innovation and establishing Saudi Arabia as a key player in the AI age.
AWS and HUMAIN will also focus on helping startups in Saudi Arabia grow through AI technology. They will provide access to a wide range of cloud tools and programs, helping entrepreneurs scale their businesses.
Matt Garman, the CEO of Amazon Web Services, stated that building this AI Zone will lead to new ideas in many industries and support Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. He said they are committed to empowering customers with smart and secure technologies to promote innovation and economic growth.
Tareq Amin, the CEO of HUMAIN, said this partnership with AWS marks an important step for Saudi Arabia in becoming a global leader in AI. By using AWS’s powerful technology and HUMAIN’s expertise, they aim to attract global investment and talent, advancing the country’s digital transformation goals.
