Rebellion, the South Korea–based AI semiconductor startup, has announced the establishment of a subsidiary in Riyadh, marking its official entry into the Middle Eastern market. The move is designed to strengthen the company’s global presence in advanced AI technologies while leveraging Saudi Arabia’s strategic push toward digital transformation.
Strategic Expansion into the Middle East
CEO Park Seung-hyun described the Riyadh launch as a pivotal step in responding to the region’s growing demand for sovereign AI technologies, noting that Saudi Arabia’s supportive investment climate and digital innovation agenda make it an attractive market.
The company plans to expand beyond Aramco collaborations by building partnerships with major Saudi telecom operators and opening channels of cooperation with SMEs in technology and telecommunications, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030 objectives.
Backing from Saudi Aramco
Rebellion rose to international prominence in 2023 after securing a $14.4 million investment from Wa’id Ventures, the venture capital arm of Saudi Aramco. That partnership was further cemented through an MoU with Aramco to supply AI-focused semiconductors, solidifying Rebellion’s position as a trusted technology partner.
The new Saudi subsidiary is expected to accelerate collaboration with Aramco while enabling localized partnerships across telecom, cloud, and industrial applications of AI.
Boosting AI and Semiconductor Leadership in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is rapidly becoming a hub for emerging technologies, and Rebellion’s entry underscores the Kingdom’s growing role in AI adoption and semiconductor development. By diversifying its portfolio within the Kingdom, Rebellion aims to deliver high-value AI-driven solutions that contribute to both industrial innovation and national digital transformation.
