Riyadh, 13 February 2025 – King Saud University launches "Athka KSU" tomorrow, an event billed as the largest AI event at any Saudi university, jointly organized by the university and the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA).

Held at the university's sports complex (KSU Arena) over a single day, the event aims to empower students, faculty and staff through training programmes, hands-on experiences and interactive challenges that showcase the latest AI applications.

Highlights of "Athka KSU"

The programme includes interactive challenges testing participants' AI skills; hands-on experiences showcasing the latest technologies used in the university's labs; a "Transformation Hackathon" for developing innovative AI solutions; an "AI Park" zone offering interactive activities and tech experiences; valuable prizes for standout talent in innovation and AI; and food trucks adding to the festive atmosphere.

A Strategic Partnership Building the Tech Future

The event embodies the fruits of cooperation between King Saud University and SDAIA in nurturing national talent and building digital skills, aiming to discover AI talent and enable them to compete globally, boost the use of data and AI across sectors, and prepare a qualified generation to shape the future of technology and contribute to digital transformation.

"Athka KSU" represents an important step toward empowering Saudi youth in artificial intelligence and preparing them to compete globally in this fast-growing field.