Saudi Arabia, Riyadh- of Global AI Show Riyadh 2026currently being held June 29th-30thannounced its first lineup of thought leaders, policymakers, innovators, and global AI experts who will drive the direction of artificial intelligence and keep it at the forefront of innovation through 2026.
Sponsored by VAP group and, era of AIthis event includes more than 100 unique speakers from Over 80 countries He has a startup background specializing in government digital transformation, AI strategy, and cutting-edge technology development.
This exhibition on Riyadh’s key innovation areas includes practical ways to implement artificial intelligence at scale across infrastructure, industry and society. One of the main topics is “Sovereign AI” This includes establishing localized data ecosystems, regulatory frameworks, and building AI capabilities in line with the national priorities of each of the countries involved. Another key theme centers around generative AI and its impact on how we create content, approach software development, and deliver digital services. This includes, by way of example, large-scale language models and autonomous or digital agents. Cloud 3.0 and next-generation data centers will be another area of focus to deliver localized, scalable, and sustainable computing systems that enable real-time AI applications. The event will discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) can be applied in various sectors such as healthcare, financial services, and pharmaceuticals, as well as use cases of AI in predictive maintenance, grid optimization, and energy management systems in the energy sector. The final focus of the entire event is on human factors and AI-driven transformation. This includes using AI to train and develop talent, how AI is used in recruitment, and what the future of human-AI collaboration will look like. These innovation themes at the Global AI Show present a holistic picture of AI by integrating new technological innovations, AI applications by industry, and the creation and development of national development strategies.

Speaker list includes:
- Amal Dokan, 500 Global MENA Managing Partner
- Sultan Moraished, Red Sea Global Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
- Hajar Elhadaoui, Director-General of Digital Cooperation Agency
- Dr. Ibraheem Sheila, Chief Transformation Officer, Saudi Arabian Airlines Holding
- Engineering Nsaaim Alotaibi, Director of Artificial Intelligence, SEHA Virtual Hospital, Saudi Ministry of Health
Voices from this gathering will provide an overview of strategic insights across AI governance, enterprise deployment, implementation, and operations. Advanced machine learning applications. and insights that identify the endless ethical dimensions needed to implement responsible innovation through strategic alignment within these organizations.
The exhibition is expected to attract a large number of visitors. 10,000+ attendees, 100+ exhibitors and sponsors, 200+ global media partners For the Kingdom, it has established itself as an integral part of promoting the use of artificial intelligence in all sectors, both public and private.
Global AI Show Riyadh continues to be a vital platform for the most influential visionaries and decision-makers participating in artificial intelligence technology to gather, collaborate and create new technologies, regulations and policies needed to drive continued progress and influence on a global scale to address the needs and challenges of tomorrow.
Event details:
📅 Date: June 29th-30th
📍 Venue: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
🎟️ Register: Get your tickets now
About VAP group:
VAP group is a global consulting and media group focused on: AI, blockchain, games,over 13 years experience drive technology-driven growth through Strategic PR, marketing and content platform.
through it Media ecosystem and flagship eventsinclude Global AI Show, Global Game Show, Global Blockchain Showthe VAP group connects Policy makers, businesses and innovators around the worldenable Strategic communications, ecosystem building, and talent solutions.
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