Knowledge is power and what is knowledge if not data harnessed?
The Kingdom’s push for Saudi Vision 2030 has been picking up momentum. With only four years left until the fantastical year, all stops have been pulled out.
How do we know? Look at Hexagon Riyadh.
The recently launched hyperscale center is set to be the world’s largest tier IV government data center. With a capacity for 480 megawatts the project will be spread across 30 million square feet.
As per the Saudi Gazette, the project is driven by the national data and AI strategy from Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA).
Hexagon Riyadh
The launch of Hexagon marks another major step in Saudi Arabia’s journey toward becoming a data- and AI-powered economy. The new data center highlights the Kingdom’s commitment to positioning data as a key driver of national growth, reinforcing the role of advanced digital infrastructure as a foundation for economic progress in the age of artificial intelligence.
Developing strong national digital infrastructure has become a strategic priority for Saudi Arabia, supporting data sovereignty, boosting non-oil economic growth, and strengthening long-term competitiveness. These efforts have already paid off, with the Kingdom ranking first globally in several international benchmarks, including the Government AI Strategy Index, highlighting its fast-paced progress in the digital space.
Hexagon Riyadh trust and reliability
SDAIA’s work goes far beyond building technology. The authority has played a key role in shaping a strong national framework for data and artificial intelligence, helping set clear rules for how digital systems are developed and used across the Kingdom.
This includes introducing the Personal Data Protection Law and its executive regulations, alongside national principles for generative AI, AI adoption frameworks, and oversight of the National Data Controllers Registry. Together, these tools help guide responsible innovation and ensure consistency across sectors.
At the core, these measures are designed to protect privacy, build public trust, and make sure data and AI technologies are used in ways that support long-term, sustainable development in Saudi Arabia.
Hexagon Riyadh and Saudi Vision 2030
Hexagon Riyadh sits at the heart of a wider national expansion plan, with more data centers set to roll out across Saudi Arabia to meet rising demand for digital infrastructure and ensure uninterrupted system availability. Designed to LEED Gold standards, the facility combines high-performance computing with environmental responsibility, setting a new benchmark for sustainable, next-generation data centers.
Built for scale and efficiency, Hexagon can support up to 480 megawatts and spans more than 30 million square feet. It features advanced energy-saving technologies such as smart and liquid cooling systems, hybrid cooling solutions, and the integration of renewable energy, all working together to deliver ultra-low power usage while maintaining peak performance.
Certified to the highest global standards, Hexagon meets Tier IV requirements and international engineering benchmarks that guarantee exceptional reliability, security, and fault tolerance. Beyond its technical strengths, the project is expected to generate more than SR10 billion in local economic impact, deliver significant annual savings, and elevate the quality of digital government services, reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s leadership in global digital transformation.
Saudi and technology
Saudi is leading the charge of integrating cutting-edge technology into everyday life. The Kingdom has introduced an AI powerhouse, Moneythor, in banking. there is also the AI clinic in Al Ahsa. Of course, we cannot forget about the delivery bots roving around ROSHN Front business hub in collaboration with Jahez or the first-ever Arabic AI chat, Humain.
Riyadh, sdaia.com.
