HUMAIN, the Public Investment Fund (PIF)-owned artificial intelligence company, has announced a strategic framework agreement with center3, the digital infrastructure subsidiary of stc Group. This collaboration is set to significantly strengthen Saudi Arabia’s ambitions to become a global hub for artificial intelligence.
A Strategic Alliance for AI Dominance
The partnership will see HUMAIN leverage center3’s advanced infrastructure to establish secure, high-capacity connectivity across both national and international networks. This crucial foundation is designed to support HUMAIN’s comprehensive, full-stack AI ecosystem, enabling the rapid development and deployment of cutting-edge AI technologies across various sectors within the Kingdom.
HUMAIN CEO Tareq Amin emphasized the deal’s importance, stating that the collaboration represents a key step toward scaling AI capabilities nationwide. He highlighted that secure and high-performance connectivity is essential for building a world-class AI ecosystem. Fahad AlHajeri, CEO of center3, added that his company’s continued investments in digital infrastructure have positioned it to meet next-generation computing needs, driving innovation for industries across Saudi Arabia and the wider region.
Powering a Full-Stack AI Ecosystem
This agreement is a core component of HUMAIN’s broader strategy to operate across the entire AI value chain—from infrastructure and cloud computing to data, proprietary models, and applications. By securing a robust infrastructural backbone with center3, HUMAIN is laying the groundwork for Saudi Arabia’s next-generation computing landscape. This move directly supports the Kingdom’s economic diversification goals and its vision for a technology-driven future.
About HUMAIN
HUMAIN is Saudi Arabia’s premier artificial intelligence company, established by the Public Investment Fund (PIF). It is focused on developing a comprehensive AI ecosystem that spans the entire value chain, aiming to accelerate AI adoption and innovation across the Kingdom and beyond.
About center3
center3 is the digital infrastructure subsidiary of stc Group. The company specializes in providing advanced data center and connectivity solutions designed to meet the demands of next-generation computing, supporting hyperscalers, enterprises, and innovators throughout the region.
Source: Fast Company Middle East
