In a major step toward advancing the Kingdom’s digital future, HUMAIN has partnered with Qualcomm Technologies to develop Saudi Arabia’s first large-scale edge-to-cloud AI infrastructure. The collaboration will deploy 200MW of AI200 and AI250 systems starting in 2026, enabling enterprise-grade inferencing with significantly lower total cost of ownership (TCO).
By integrating Saudi-built ALLaM models, the initiative will empower enterprises with scalable, high-performance AI capabilities, solidifying Saudi Arabia’s position as a global hub for intelligent computing and AI innovation.
Tareq Amin, Chief Executive Officer at HUMAIN, said, “With Qualcomm’s world-class AI infrastructure solutions, we’re shaping the foundation of the Kingdom’s AI future. This collaboration brings together HUMAIN’s deep regional expertise and full AI stack with Qualcomm’s unmatched semiconductor technology. Together, we’re enabling Saudi Arabia to lead the next wave of global AI and semiconductor innovation.”
Cristiano R. Amon, President and CEO of Qualcomm, added, “By establishing advanced AI data centres powered by Qualcomm’s leading inference solutions, we’re helping the Kingdom accelerate its AI ambitions. Together with HUMAIN, we’re laying the groundwork for transformative AI-driven innovation that will empower enterprises, governments, and communities across the region and beyond.”
This partnership signifies more than just technological progress it reflects Saudi Arabia’s vision to become a global epicentre for AI, semiconductors, and intelligent computing, driving digital transformation at scale.
