About IDC Saudi Arabia CIO Summit 2026
Communications and TechnologyCelebrating 16 years of thought leadership, the IDC CIO Summit – Saudi Arabia returns on 28–29 September 2026 in Riyadh as the country’s premier gathering of technology decision-makers.
Saudi Arabia is entering a decisive phase of its digital transformation as Vision 2030 nears completion. Backed by a $100 billion national AI investment, the Kingdom is accelerating adoption of AI, automation, and data-driven innovation, though most organizations remain in early stages.
The rise of Agentic AI heightens the need to modernize legacy systems, strengthen data foundations, expand AI talent, and align with national digital sovereignty priorities.
The IDC Saudi Arabia CIO Summit 2026 will convene senior leaders from government, industry, and technology to define strategies for responsible, scalable AI deployment and support the Kingdom’s ambition to become a global hub for digital intelligence.