Showcasing the Kingdom's Digital Transformation at the Smart Data & AI Summit

As Saudi Arabia speeds up its ambition to establish itself as a global pioneer in digital innovation, the Smart Data & AI Summit will be integral in shaping the nation's data and AI future.

Taking place from May 5 to 6, 2025, at the JW Marriott Hotel in Riyadh, the event will gather over 300 data and AI experts, such as CDOs, CIOs, data scientists, AI directors, and other senior executives to delve into the latest developments, address challenges, and explore opportunities in the fields of data and artificial intelligence.

With Saudi Arabia's data analytics sector anticipated to grow to $8.8 billion by 2030, the summit is timely, providing a forum for leaders across public and private sectors to collaborate and innovate in line with the Vision 2030 objectives.

Following the success of its inaugural event last year, which was opened by a top official from the Saudi Data & AI Authority (SDAIA), the 2025 summit is expected to be even larger and more influential.

The summit is set to include:

The event's agenda will cover critical topics that are shaping the future of data and AI, such as:

Thought leaders from prominent organizations like the Ministry of Hajj & Umrah, Insurance Authority, Council of Health Insurance, NEOM, AlNASSR Club Company | PIF, and Abdul Latif Jameel United Finance are among those anchoring the discussions.

The Data Management Association (DAMA) Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom's largest community focused on data management, joins the summit as a supporting partner, demonstrating its dedication to creating a dynamic data management ecosystem and aligning with the summit's goal to elevate Saudi Arabia's global standing in data and AI.

Abdulaziz Almanea, Founder & Chairman of the Board, DAMA Saudi, emphasized the summit's significance: Artificial intelligence requires high-quality, well-governed, and ethical data to be effective. Such elements are fundamental to achieving trust, accuracy, and impact. As Saudi Arabia progresses in its data-driven transformation, events like the Smart Data & AI Summit are crucial platforms for gathering experts to shape AI's future through responsible data practices.

The maiden edition of the summit set a commendable standard, with attendees lauding the speaker quality, discussion depth, and networking opportunities. Nayef Al-Otaibi, VP & Chief Digital Officer at Saudi Aramco, remarked, The event was excellently managed with exceptional coordination, and the speakers surpassed expectations. It was a valuable experience engaging with industry experts during the panels and exchanging insights. This lays the foundation for future collaboration and innovation.

The Smart Data & AI Summit is a strategic move to support the objectives of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. By integrating global expertise, advanced technologies, and local knowledge, the summit aims to:

Sudhir Ranjan Jena, CEO & Co-founder of Tradepass, the organizing entity, talked about the summit's mission: The data & AI sector is on the brink of significant transformation, driven by technological disruptions, increased expectations, and the rapid growth of digital tools and platforms. In the next edition, we'll explore Vision 2030 objectives, uncover endless opportunities, and examine emerging trends that will crucially influence the Kingdoms post-oil economic landscape.

The summit will present an impressive lineup of speakers, including: