Riyadh is set to take centre stage in the global artificial intelligence landscape as the Global AI Show (GAIS) opens on June 29, convening world leaders, innovators, and technology pioneers for two days of high-level dialogue and collaboration. Organised by VAP Group and powered by Times of AI, the summit will spotlight breakthroughs in AI, machine learning, and automation while fostering partnerships across sectors.
Building on past editions that featured prominent voices from government, healthcare, and digital innovation, GAIS 2026 will deliver keynote addresses, expert panels, and hands-on workshops focused on practical, cross-industry applications. From finance and logistics to education and cybersecurity, discussions will examine how AI is reshaping operations, decision-making, and service delivery worldwide.
A central theme will be responsible AI adoption, with experts exploring regulatory frameworks, ethical safeguards, and risk mitigation strategies to ensure innovation aligns with societal priorities. Healthcare will be a major focus, highlighting advances in predictive diagnostics, AI-driven drug discovery, and intelligent surgical systems.
The summit will also chart Saudi Arabia’s AI journey, underscoring Riyadh’s rise as a regional hub at the intersection of policy, investment, and research, and positioning the city as a global convening ground for the next phase of the AI revolution.
