Saudi Arabia sees rapid digital transformation, says AI governance official
Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation is driving growth in the cybersecurity market, according to the Deputy Chair of AI Governance.
Key Takeaways
AIDr. Intisar Kayyal, Deputy Chair of Artificial Intelligence Governance, said that developing human capital and strengthening national competencies are key factors driving the growth of Saudi Arabia’s cybersecurity market, amid the country’s accelerating digital transformation.
In remarks to Al Ekhbariya radio, Kayyal noted that Saudi Arabia is witnessing significant momentum in digital transformation, emphasizing the importance of building human capital and enhancing national skills as essential to supporting the expansion of the cybersecurity sector.
According to a report by the National Cybersecurity Authority, the Saudi cybersecurity market is projected to reach around 16.3 billion riyals (approximately $4.3 billion) in 2025. The report also indicated that the market has recorded a compound annual growth rate of 10.7% over the past three years.
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