Connect | MENA // DCD>Keynote: The new frontier in AI and data center innovation
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- Main Stage
- Mission Critical Power
- Open Session
As Saudi Arabia and the UAE compete to dominate the MENA market, the region faces unprecedented opportunities alongside significant challenges. With AI power consumption projected to triple by 2030, the demand for hyperscale and wholesale data centers is surging, reshaping an already dynamic landscape.
No two parts of the world are alike, making it essential to understand the environment in which we operate. From complex regulations to local and international financing, can the UAE and KSA overcome these barriers to attract global capital and technology? While the UAE boasts a more open market with a robust international presence, Saudi Arabia's local support could rapidly accelerate growth. As these two countries vie for dominance, the ultimate prize remains the power of artificial intelligence.
This session invites experts to explore whether MENA can leverage its financial models and risk appetite to outpace established players in Europe and Asia. Join us to delve into:
- Ambitious AI: Strategies positioning the MENA region as a global leader.
- Smart Cities, smart investment: How investment in smart cities demonstrates readiness for greater data loads.
- Diversity in strength: Understanding the region's unique culture to establish best practices and enhance standards.