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RIYADH: Digital transformation is poised for advancement in the Kingdom with the launch of an academy in collaboration with the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority and NVIDIA.
The Industrial Artificial Intelligence Academy underscores the importance of nurturing qualified national talents to compete globally and fulfill ambitious goals, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
It aims to empower a generation adept at leveraging industrial AI to innovate smart spaces and operations while fostering collaboration with leading technical entities to develop advanced technologies.
This will contribute significantly to the progress of industrial artificial intelligence technologies in Saudi Arabia.
This initiative, launched on the sidelines of the Global Smart City Forum, reflects the Kingdom’s aspiration to be an active global player and utilize AI for humanity’s benefit, the SPA report added.
The academy’s launch is a part of the ongoing efforts by SDAIA, serving as the national authority for data and artificial intelligence in the Kingdom.
It underscores the significance of building skilled national talents and fostering global competitiveness through the active integration of AI in smart cities. This initiative aims to position the Kingdom as a global hub for latest technologies and AI-related advancements.
The Global Smart City Forum endeavors to shape a vision for future cities through smart solutions, establishing principles for sustainable urban development, and enhancing the quality of life while supporting urban development plans.
Saudi Arabia’s digital economy is poised for further growth following discussions between the Minister of Communications and Information Technology Abdullah Al-Swaha and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang earlier this week, to strengthen their strategic partnership.
The meeting aims to support and strengthen the region’s digital economy, particularly in Saudi Arabia, which is recognized as the largest market for technical innovation in the Middle East and North Africa.
The two also explored the potential role that generative artificial intelligence can play in supporting digital innovation and investment opportunities.
The meeting covered key topics such as fostering innovation in deep technologies, maximizing the social and economic advantages of implementing generative AI techniques and capitalizing on numerous opportunities in the digital sector.