First regional cloud-computing hub opens its doors in Riyadh
The facility positions the capital as a growing centre for data services and digital innovation.
The first regional cloud-computing hub has opened in Riyadh, a milestone that planners say will accelerate the growth of the digital economy and attract technology firms seeking a base in the region.
The facility offers high-capacity data services to enterprises and government entities, reducing latency and strengthening the kingdom's digital sovereignty.
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Industry leaders welcomed the launch as a catalyst for start-ups and a magnet for skilled talent in fields such as artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.
Why it matters
The hub is the first of several planned across the region, part of a broader push to localise technology and build a knowledge-based economy.