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The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) has launched the “National AI Index,” a strategic initiative designed to assess and enhance government entities’ readiness to adopt artificial intelligence technologies. More than 180 representatives from participating government bodies took part in the first assessment cycle.
The index aims to evaluate institutional preparedness, monitor progress on an ongoing basis, and offer tailored recommendations to accelerate AI development efforts and generate national-level impact. It is designed to align government actions with Saudi Arabia’s strategic priorities in AI and support the realisation of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.
Structured around three main pillars, seven core dimensions, and 23 subcategories, the National AI Index provides a comprehensive framework to assess AI maturity across government entities. It delivers data-driven insights into the level of institutional AI adoption and offers guidance to build innovative, sustainable AI capabilities in priority sectors.
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The index is part of SDAIA’s wider mandate as the national authority for data and AI, responsible for regulating, developing, and overseeing their application across the Kingdom. Through this initiative, SDAIA aims to empower public sector organisations to improve performance and embrace digital transformation, ultimately contributing to a knowledge-based and innovation-driven economy.
By serving as both a benchmarking and capacity-building tool, the National AI Index supports the Kingdom’s long-term ambitions to become a global leader in AI deployment and digital governance.
