GCC CEOs most positive on AI; Saudi to certify AI companies
Welcome to this week’s Middle East AI News! It’s already been a hectic start to 2025, but with all the events packed into the next four weeks, it's sure to get even busier!
Ai Everything GLOBAL, of course, takes place in Abu Dhabi and Dubai next week, followed by LEAP25 in Riyadh the following week. But it’s not all buzz! The new annual CEO Survey released by PwC this week clearly shows that we also have traction, with many CEOs crediting AI with recent increases in efficiency, revenue, and profitability. Click to view the full version of this newsletter on the website. Middle East AI News is an official media partner of Ai Everything GLOBAL, which starts next Tuesday (February 4-6). And our new sponsor Weights & Biases will be taking part on Booth H1-12 (Feb 5-6). You can also catch Samin Alnajafi’s presentation on building RAG chatbots on the AI Lab Stage on Thursday at 12.35 pm or arrange your own !:1 demo here! See you there! Thanks for reading!
#GCC #business
93% of GCC CEOs expect systematic AI integration within three years, surpassing the global average of 78%, according to PwC’s 28th Annual CEO Survey. Regional leaders see AI as a driver of efficiency, profitability, and innovation, positioning businesses for future success. (Middle East AI News)
#Saudi #certification
Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) has introduced an accreditation system for AI service providers. The initiative aims to enhance AI product and service quality in the Kingdom while promoting responsible AI adoption. (Middle East AI News)
