Saudi minister holds high-level talks at FII Miami to boost AI, tech, and space partnerships
Saudi Gazette reportMIAMI —
Minister of Communications and Information Technology Abdullah Alswaha held a series of high-level meetings with senior executives from global technology and investment firms at the FII PRIORITY Miami 2025, focusing on strengthening partnerships in artificial intelligence (AI), technology, investment, and the space sector while fostering entrepreneurship in Saudi Arabia.During his discussions with NEA CEO Tony Florence, Alswaha explored strategies to support tech entrepreneurs and expand startup investments, aiming to enhance the Kingdom’s innovation ecosystem.
In a meeting with Oracle CEO Safra Catz, he examined opportunities to deepen collaboration in cloud computing and AI, emphasizing efforts to advance Saudi Arabia’s digital infrastructure and digital economy.
To accelerate Saudi ambitions in the space sector, the minister engaged with SpaceX President and COO Gwynne Shotwell on potential partnerships in space exploration and rocket technology.
Alswaha also met with SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son to discuss expanding investment partnerships in AI and emerging technologies, reinforcing the Kingdom’s position as a global leader in digital economic growth.
Additionally, he conferred with Vista Equity Partners CEO Robert F. Smith to explore ways to enhance technology investments, asset management, and startup support, positioning Saudi Arabia as a leading hub for tech-driven investment.
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