Saudi Arabia to host Global AI Summit in 2020

RIYADH: The Global Artificial Intelligence Summit 2020 will be held in Saudi Arabia, according to Saudi Press Agency (SPA). The summit -- held under the patronage of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman -- will take place in Riyadh on 30-31 March next year. The event is the leading international forum to advance AI understanding and knowledge sharing among global AI experts. The summit is part of Saudi Arabia's plan to become a leader in AI technology and drive discussions and partnerships between local and international stakeholders in the AI field. The event will be a focus for discussion on AI, its importance, applications and impact on societies, economies and politics.