RIYADH, 24 August 2025 — The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) today held a specialized training program targeting specialists working on the National Artificial Intelligence Index in its first cycle, with 65 specialists representing a number of government agencies taking part, at SDAIA's events grounds in Riyadh.

The program focused on reviewing the latest concepts and practical applications in the field of artificial intelligence, aiming to enable participants to employ these technologies in improving government performance and automating daily operations to raise productivity and efficiency, accelerating the pace of AI-driven digital transformation in the Kingdom.

SDAIA affirmed that the program is a continuation of its efforts to build national capabilities and equip Saudi talent with the tools and knowledge needed to benefit from advanced AI solutions, through training and qualification initiatives aimed at various leadership and executive levels.

The National Artificial Intelligence Index is a key tool for measuring the readiness of government agencies in this field, aiming to unify national efforts and set priorities, as well as to provide the enablers that help agencies adopt and develop effective, sustainable AI products and solutions, supporting the achievement of Saudi Vision 2030's goals.

Through this program, SDAIA seeks to consolidate its pivotal role in harnessing data and artificial intelligence as a core pillar of digital transformation, and to strengthen the Kingdom's global standing and leadership in innovation and advanced technologies.