Qualcomm Technologies and HUMAIN, Saudi Arabia’s AI leader, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to jointly develop next-generation AI data centers, infrastructure, and cloud-to-edge services. This collaboration aims to meet the global demand for AI solutions, especially in Saudi Arabia, and contribute to the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.
The partnership was announced during the Saudi-US Investment Forum in Riyadh, coinciding with President Donald Trump’s official visit to Saudi Arabia. HUMAIN and Qualcomm Technologies will work together on several initiatives:
- Developing and constructing cutting-edge AI data centers in Saudi Arabia, offering scalable hybrid AI inferencing solutions using Qualcomm’s edge and data center technology.
- Supplying state-of-the-art CPU and AI solutions from Qualcomm to power HUMAIN’s AI cloud infrastructure.
- Accelerating the use of HUMAIN’s AI cloud by integrating Qualcomm’s Snapdragon and Dragonwing processors for edge devices.
- Integrating HUMAIN’s Arabic large language models (ALLaM), co-developed with SDAIA, into Qualcomm-powered devices, enhancing AI capabilities across a wide range of devices.
The data centers and services will provide high-performance, power-efficient AI infrastructure for both government and enterprise sectors, enabling real-time AI predictions and decisions.
Additionally, the collaboration includes the establishment of a Qualcomm Design Center in Saudi Arabia, focusing on semiconductor technology. This initiative will support the Kingdom’s goal of becoming a global semiconductor hub, providing training, startup initiatives, and upskilling opportunities for Saudi engineers.
Cristiano Amon, President and CEO of Qualcomm, expressed excitement about supporting Saudi Arabia’s ambitions to become a global AI leader, while HUMAIN’s CEO, Tareq Amin, highlighted the partnership’s role in accelerating AI and driving innovation in the region.
