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SDAIA lays foundations for Riyadh data centre to support Saudi government - capacityglobal.com

The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) is constructing a new data center in Riyadh to support Saudi government operations. The facility will provide infrastructure for various AI initiatives and digital services across government entities. The data center aims to enhance data processing capabilities and ensure data sovereignty within the Kingdom. Why it matters: The development signals Saudi Arabia's commitment to investing in AI infrastructure to drive digital transformation and support its Vision 2030 goals.

Ground broken on 30m sq ft data center for Saudi Arabian gov't - Data Center Dynamics

SDAIA · Jan 2 · Infrastructure Policy

Construction has begun on a 30 million square foot data center in Saudi Arabia for use by the Saudi government. The project was announced by the Saudi Ministry of Investment. No details were provided regarding the location, cost, or timeline for the build. Why it matters: This investment signals the Kingdom's intent to develop significant digital infrastructure to support its Vision 2030 goals and emerging AI sector.