COLOMBO :AI leaders from around the world will gather for the third edition of the Global AI Summit (GAIN), organized under the patronage of Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince, Prime Minister and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Data & Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), from September 10-12, 2024, at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Center in Riyadh.
Khalid Hamoud Alkahtani, Ambassador of the of Saudi Arabia said that the event will be hosted by the Saudi Data & Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) and will explore pivotal themes such as generative AI, AI in urban life, and ethical governance of AI, ensuring a comprehensive discussion on the impact of technology on society, business, and governance. The summit will also witness participation from industry giants such as Accenture, Oracle, Dell Technologies, Siemens, Boston Dynamics, and Google Cloud.
The summit will feature over 300 speakers from over 100 countries, including global leaders and AI experts who will not only advance AI discussions but also pave the way for international collaboration that drives global AI initiatives and fosters ethical innovation across borders. The summit will feature high-level sessions, including a discussion on the future of general AI, panel discussions on AI-powered precision medicine, and workshops on the role of AI in sustainable development and smart cities.
His Excellency Dr. Abdullah bin Sharaf Alghamdi, President of the Saudi Data & AI Authority (SDAIA), said: “As we approach the third edition of the Global AI Summit, we stand poised at the threshold of a new era, where AI’s transformative power will be harnessed to explore AI through the lens of ‘Now, Next, Never’—examining the current state of AI, its future trajectory, and the ethical considerations necessary to ensure a desirable future. A future where the need for international collaboration to fully harness AI’s potential and manage its impact responsibly has never been more urgent.”
Dr. Alghamdi added: “Under the visionary leadership of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Arabia is committed to advancing AI technologies that are beneficial to all of humanity. We look forward to welcoming leaders and innovators from around the world to Riyadh as we collectively explore how AI can be harnessed to create a brighter, more inclusive future.”
GAIN 2024 will serve as a catalyst for global AI innovation, with opportunities for attendees to engage in over 120 interactive sessions, network with industry pioneers, and contribute to groundbreaking AI collaborations that will be announced during the summit. Moreover, the summit will witness the signing of a number of agreements and announcements between SDAIA and global AI tech giants.
