05/13/2025

White House AI and Crypto Czar Highlights Saudi-US Partnership in Advancing AI, Global Innovation

White House AI and Crypto Czar David Sacks participated in a dialogue session at the Saudi-US Investment Forum in Riyadh alongside Minister of Communications and Information Technology Abdullah Alswaha, where he praised Saudi Arabia's efforts in cultivating an innovative technology ecosystem.
He emphasized that collaboration with Saudi Arabia is crucial for advancing AI and driving global innovation, highlighting the Kingdom's growing role as a key US partner in shaping the future of the digital age.
Sacks also commended Saudi Arabia's significant progress in technology and entrepreneurship, sharing insights from his visit to the 'Garage' incubator, where he met with Saudi entrepreneurs developing advanced applications in AI, robotics, and biocomputing. He noted that Saudi Arabia has emerged as a global player in AI, propelled by its investments in digital infrastructure and the adoption of cutting-edge technologies in critical sectors like healthcare.
He cited the Kingdom’s use of AI in genomics and gene therapy, particularly in treating diseases such as sickle cell anemia, as a strong example of its ability to leverage technology for sustainable development and improved public health.
Alswaha stated that the Kingdom is confidently transitioning from a traditional economy to a digital-driven one, with innovation at its core. He stressed that AI is central to this transformation and plays a vital role in the strategic partnership with the United States. He also underscored the Kingdom's investments in digital training and capacity-building in collaboration with leading American companies like Google, Apple, and Amazon, resulting in more than 381,000 skilled Saudi digital professionals.
Concluding the session, Alswaha emphasized that the Saudi-US partnership serves as a global model of cooperation in technology, AI, and the digital economy. He reaffirmed that, through Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia aims to become a global innovation hub and a leading destination for the development and export of AI solutions that benefit humanity.