Saudi Arabia is making a power move in the world of artificial intelligence. Under the leadership of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the Kingdom has officially launched HUMAIN, a new AI powerhouse that aims to redefine the future of technology on a global scale.
The announcement was made by HRH the Crown Prince in his role as Chairman of the Public Investment Fund (PIF), as part of a broader mission to make Saudi Arabia a global AI hub.
What is HUMAIN?
HUMAIN is a PIF-owned company that will operate across the entire AI value chain. This means it won’t just focus on one piece of the puzzle, it’s going big across multiple domains, including:
- âś… Next-generation data centers
- âś… Advanced AI infrastructure and cloud technologies
- âś… Cutting-edge multimodal Arabic large language models (LLMs)
- âś… Scalable, real-world AI solutions for global use
The name says it all, HUMAIN blends “human” and “AI,” reflecting its vision to enhance human capabilities while accelerating digital transformation.
Global Reach, Local Innovation
HUMAIN is more than just a local project. It’s designed to be a global force for AI advancement while also boosting local capabilities in Saudi Arabia and across the MENA region.
The company will:
- Deliver AI solutions locally, regionally, and internationally
- Consolidate Saudi AI and data infrastructure
- Support AI adoption in strategic sectors like energy, healthcare, manufacturing, and finance
- Foster intellectual property creation and local innovation
- Attract top global talent and investment in AI
With its strategic geographic location connecting three continents, Saudi Arabia offers massive potential for processing and managing large volumes of data, a key advantage for AI development.
Saudi Arabia’s AI Momentum
This launch isn’t coming out of nowhere. Saudi Arabia has been steadily rising in global AI rankings, with the 2024 Global AI Index naming it the #1 country for government AI strategy.
The PIF has already been investing heavily in building a strong AI ecosystem. Now with HUMAIN, the Kingdom is stepping up its game by:
- Streamlining data center projects
- Procuring essential hardware
- Accelerating AI deployment across industries
These efforts are part of PIF’s long-term strategy to drive economic growth through innovation and to position Saudi Arabia as a digital economy powerhouse.
HUMAIN brings a vision Rooted in Empowerment
HUMAIN isn’t just about technology — it’s about people. The goal is to unlock the full potential of AI without losing sight of human impact. From empowering businesses to upskilling the local workforce, HUMAIN wants to create real-world value while keeping ethics and human well-being at the center.