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Saudi Arabia has launched Project Transcendence, a $100 billion fund aimed at advancing artificial intelligence, data analytics, and cutting-edge technologies as part of its Vision 2030 strategy. This initiative underscores the Kingdom's shift from an oil-reliant economy to becoming a global tech powerhouse. Key players like Google, Microsoft, and Oracle are joining the effort, with investments in cloud infrastructure and AI-focused projects, including developing Arabic-language AI models. To rank among the top 15 AI leaders by 2030, Saudi Arabia is building research hubs and fostering partnerships to position itself as a central player in the global AI ecosystem.

Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 aims to redefine the future with projects like NEOM, a futuristic city blending AI and sustainability. Despite delays due to technical and environmental challenges, the Kingdom remains steadfast in its ambition to make NEOM a global model for innovation. Alongside this, Saudi Arabia is driving its AI strategy, aiming to contribute 12.4% of GDP by 2030 through initiatives like SDAIA, partnerships with tech giants, and training 20,000 AI experts. While hurdles like talent shortages and ethical concerns persist, the nation’s commitment to AI leadership and technological advancement remains unwavering.