SDAIA sets stage for inaugural global smart city forum in Riyadh – Saudi Gazette

SDAIA sets stage for inaugural global smart city forum in Riyadh – Saudi Gazette

Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) is poised to host Saudi Arabia's inaugural Global Smart City Forum in Riyadh, scheduled for Feb. 12-13.This groundbreaking event, set to unfold at the Arena Riyadh Venue for Exhibitions, will bring together 80 eminent speakers from over 40 countries, fostering dynamic discussions on the advancement of smart cities.Dr. Abdullah Al-Ghamdi, president of SDAIA, underscored the forum's objective to illuminate the concept and importance of smart cities, particularly focusing on the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to enhance urban living.He emphasized the global trend of utilizing AI to improve citizen well-being and the rapid evolution of these technologies.The forum is a direct result of the vision and directives of Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed Bin Salman, who's also the chairman of SDAIA's Board of Directors.Dr. Al-Ghamdi highlighted SDAIA’s crucial role as the Kingdom's authoritative body in data and AI organization, development, and operations.The two-day forum will feature dialogue sessions dedicated to the future of smart cities, addressing the challenges of infrastructure development, and exploring innovative solutions for the urban population's growing needs.A key focus will be the alignment of these developments with the UN Sustainable Development Goals