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2/29/24, 11:46 AM Saudi Arabia’s fortifies digital landscape by convening industry masterminds at LEAP 2024 | iHeartEmirates

In light of this ambitious pursuit of Vision 2030, digital transformation takes centre stage as the

government’s key enabler for progress. As part of the country’s efforts, a visionary leap

occurred in 2019 with the establishment of the Saudi Authority of Data and Artificial Intelligence
(SDAIA). The move reflects the country’s commitment to spearheading responsible AI on a

global scale by fostering a world-class AI ecosystem spanning both governmental and private

sectors.

At the heart of this revolution, AI stands as a key catalyst reshaping industries, transcending

boundaries and reshaping problem-solving paradigms. The seamless integration of AI with
cloud services holds a critical role in propelling development and deployment to unprecedented

heights. The hosting and management of the platform, application, and data services within the

cloud create a streamlined, efficient hybrid experience. This not only aids in slashing operational

costs but also simplifies the intricate process of delivering cloud-native applications. Cloud

services and AI has developed an interdepended relationship, where the former acts as the
backbone for continuous evolution and widespread adoption of the latter. It also opens the

doors of new possibilities as well as transforms existing business practices.

The dynamic technological realm has positioned Red Hat as a pivotal innovative force in LEAP
2024. Being the world’s largest open-source company, Red Hat is not just establishing the

standards for hybrid cloud capabilities but is also redefining them. Its dedication to an open

hybrid cloud strategy seamlessly aligns with the Kingdom’s ambitious digital transformation

journey. The disruptive technology of Red Hat is poised to empower businesses and

significantly contribute to the Kingdom’s vision of becoming a global tech hub.

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