CST Publishes a Public Consultation for the Global AI Hub Law
The Communications, Space, and Technology Commission (CST) invites the public to submit their input on the Global AI Hub Law, which contributes to creating a legislative and regulatory environment that attracts quality investments in technology, with a special focus on data centers and artificial intelligence.
According to a press release issued by the CST, the law aims to endorse the Kingdom’s position as a global digital hub and influential leader in the global digital economy. It supports innovation, entrepreneurship, and research and development in advanced technologies across various digital solutions. Additionally, it enables the establishment of sovereign data centers that ensure service continuity and data sovereignty beyond borders, while fostering investment in data and AI services to drive market growth and support sustainable digital infrastructure.
It also includes three advanced models: “Private Center,” targeting various countries around the world to host their data and services in the Kingdom; “Extended Center”; and “Virtual Center,” which target major AI and cloud computing companies to host their worldwide customers in the Kingdom according to levels of sovereignty and privileges suitable for their customers. The law aligns with relevant international treaty frameworks and principles.
CST urges government and private entities, investors, interested parties, and the general public from various countries to share their perspectives and suggestions, motivated by its commitment to achieving clarity, transparency, and inclusive stakeholder engagement. The feedback period begins April 14, 2025, and continues through May 14, 2025, via the following link: https://istitlaa.ncc.gov.sa/ar/Transportation/citc/globalailaw/Pages/default.aspx.
The release added that Saudi Arabia possesses a cutting-edge digital infrastructure that meets future needs, securing second place among G20 nations in the 2024 ICT Development Index released by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The Kingdom is also experiencing rapid growth in its telecommunications and technology markets, which reached SAR 166 billion in 2023, making it the largest and fastest growing in the MENA region and a global leader in adopting and developing the latest technologies and international practices.
