Saudi Arabia: Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority launched “National AI Index”

On 22 July 2025, the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) launched the “National AI Index” to assess government readiness for adopting artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. The index is structured around three main pillars, seven core dimensions, and 23 subcategories to enable a comprehensive evaluation of institutional AI adoption maturity. It is designed to monitor progress, provide recommendations, and facilitate the alignment of government efforts with national priorities in the AI domain. The index supports the development and implementation of sustainable AI solutions across government entities, contributing to digital transformation and improved institutional performance in line with the strategic objectives of Saudi Vision 2030. As part of SDAIA’s mandate as the national reference for data and AI, the index also aims to provide enablers that strengthen innovation capabilities and maximise impact across priority sectors through strategic partnerships.