Data Centers
Saudi Energy Signs Three Strategic Agreements at LEAP 2026 for Data Centers
Saudi Energy signed three strategic agreements at LEAP 2026 to supply power infrastructure for artificial intelligence data centers and computing hubs.
LEAP 2026 Opens in Riyadh with Over $15 Billion in Tech Deals
Saudi Arabia opened LEAP 2026 with over $15 billion in technology deals, featuring new AI infrastructure, cloud zones, and autonomous trucking networks.
DataVolt and HUMAIN Break Ground on 360 MW AI Data Center in NEOM
DataVolt and PIF-backed HUMAIN have started building a 360 MW AI data center in NEOM’s Oxagon, with an initial 100 MW phase opening in 2028.
LEAP 2026 Secures Over $2.5 Billion in Tech and Infrastructure Deals
Day two of LEAP 2026 secured over $2.5 billion in funding for data center capacity, cloud solutions, and localized technology research across Saudi Arabia.
Microsoft to Launch Data Center Region in Saudi Arabia in November 2026
Microsoft will launch its Saudi Arabia East cloud region in November 2026, delivering local Azure services and projected economic gains.
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Saudi Arabia Hosts First International xAI Data Center Outside US
Saudi Arabia has been selected to host xAI’s first international data center outside the US, alongside new hardware manufacturing and server export projects.
Meta Tests Data Center Robots to Automate Server Maintenance and Infrastructure Tasks
Meta is testing specialized robots to handle cable replacement, server restarts, and rack maintenance across its growing infrastructure network.
Amazon Expands Cloud Infrastructure With Two Million Nvidia Processors
Amazon has ordered two million advanced Nvidia GPU processors to expand AWS data center capacity for generative AI workloads through 2028.
Anthropic Secures $45 Billion Infrastructure Agreement with Nscale
Anthropic has committed $45 billion to rent AI computing capacity from Nscale, securing Nvidia Vera Rubin systems from West Virginia starting in late 2027.
Ciena Survey: UAE and Saudi Service Providers Expect AI Network Services to Drive Revenue Growth
A Ciena study reveals that over 90% of telecom providers in Saudi Arabia and the UAE expect AI network services to drive major revenue growth.
HPE Launches Gen12 Saudi Made Servers Powered by Intel Xeon 6
HPE has launched its Gen12 Saudi Made servers powered by Intel Xeon 6 processors, offering enhanced efficiency and security for regional enterprises.
MIS Signs Data Center Hosting Agreement with PIF-Owned HUMAIN
MIS signs a five-year data center hosting contract with PIF-owned HUMAIN valued at over 30% of its 2025 annual revenue.
NVIDIA Identifies Power Grid Capacity as Main Bottleneck for AI Infrastructure
NVIDIA reports that power constraints have replaced chip shortages as the main obstacle limiting the expansion of AI data center facilities worldwide.
Nvidia to Raise AI Server Prices by Over 15 Percent for 2027 Shipments
Nvidia will raise AI server prices by more than 15 percent for shipments in 2027 amid climbing memory chip costs and sustained global infrastructure demand.
Nvidia Seeks $500 Billion in Third-Party Backing for Infrastructure Expansion
Nvidia is seeking $500 billion in institutional financing with Wall Street firms to fund global data center expansion and guarantee chip resale values.
AMD Reports Fourfold Increase in AI Energy Efficiency Toward 2030 Target
AMD achieved a 4x gain in AI energy efficiency through 2026, putting the chipmaker ahead of its roadmap toward a 20x rack-scale improvement by 2030.
Saudi Digital Economy Expands Through Infrastructure and Global Tech Partnerships
Saudi Arabia has expanded its data center capacity to over 467 megawatts and attracted major cloud providers, driving national digital economy goals.
Nvidia Reduces Financial Commitment for OpenAI Ohio Project
Nvidia has scaled back its financial guarantee for OpenAI’s Ohio data center project to under $120 billion following investor concerns over large infrastructure commitments.
Q and Margolis Healy Partner for Regional Data Center Infrastructure
Q and Margolis Healy Architecture have partnered to develop advanced data centers in Saudi Arabia, the Gulf, and Europe to meet growing AI demands.
Saudi GPU Market Projected to Reach $252.4 Million by 2030
The Saudi GPU market is projected to grow from $77.3 million in 2025 to $252.4 million by 2030, driven by digital transformation and cloud investments.
AI Infrastructure Spending Projected to Reach 1.6 Trillion USD by 2031
Annual AI infrastructure spending is projected to reach 1.6 trillion USD by 2031, driving demand for advanced femtosecond lasers in hardware manufacturing.
LG Electronics Earns NVIDIA Validation for Coolant Distribution Unit
LG Electronics has secured official NVIDIA certification for its 600kW coolant distribution unit, validating its thermal management technology for AI infrastructure.