Saudi Arabia Achieves Advanced Global Rankings in IMD’s 2026 AI Ranking
Saudi Arabia has achieved advanced global rankings in several artificial intelligence indicators and criteria among 70 countries worldwide, according to the results of the IMD World Digital and AI Ranking 2026, released today by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD).
The Kingdom ranked second globally in two indicators: corporate awareness of cybersecurity risks associated with artificial intelligence, and the protection of sensitive data in companies’ AI systems.
The results also showed that Saudi Arabia ranked fourth globally in three indicators: implementation of the national artificial intelligence strategy, corporate adoption of artificial intelligence, and public access to AI technologies.
The Kingdom ranked fifth globally in the artificial intelligence adoption pillar, as well as fifth in three sub-indicators: citizens’ trust in artificial intelligence, regulatory frameworks for AI-related issues, and corporate investment in artificial intelligence.
Saudi Arabia achieved seventh place globally in three indicators: artificial intelligence skills, cities’ use of AI to improve service quality, and the extent to which companies address bias in AI algorithms. It also ranked eighth globally in the artificial intelligence readiness pillar.
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In addition, the Kingdom ranked ninth globally in private-sector investment in artificial intelligence and eleventh globally in the investment in artificial intelligence and capital pillar.
The results reflect the progress Saudi Arabia is making in developing its data and artificial intelligence ecosystem, strengthening its readiness, and expanding the adoption of AI technologies across various sectors. They also highlight the development of national capabilities, the stimulation of investment, and the advancement of regulatory frameworks, enhancing the Kingdom’s global competitiveness and supporting the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
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