AWS enters into 'strategic partnership' with Saudi Arabia-backed Humain | TechCrunch
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Amazon plans to collaborate with Humain, the AI company backed by Saudi Arabia's ruler, to invest over $5 billion in an AI Zone in Saudi Arabia. This venture will provide AWS AI infrastructure, training programs, and support for Saudi AI startups, furthering the kingdom's tech ambitions. The initiative aligns with a broader trend of U.S. tech firms, including Nvidia and Google, working with Saudi Arabia, which aims to mandate local data storage for AI services. Amazon's investment enhances its previous commitment to establish a data center in Saudi Arabia expected to become operational in 2026.
Amazon will invest over $5 billion with Humain to establish an AI Zone in Saudi Arabia, featuring AWS AI infrastructure and programs for local startups.
The AI Zone will support the development of AI solutions using AWS technologies and offer training for Saudi AI startups, fostering local innovation.
This partnership highlights how major tech companies are collaborating with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund to advance AI technology and infrastructure.
Amazon's investment is part of a larger trend, as tech firms like Google and Salesforce also explore opportunities fueled by Saudi Arabia's push for local data storage.
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