Saudi Arabia Allocates $1.5 Billion to Strengthen AI Infrastructure Through Partnership with Groq
Saudi Arabia has announced a significant $1.5 billion investment in Groq, a Silicon Valley-based AI startup, to enhance its AI inference infrastructure. The partnership, unveiled during LEAP 2025, Saudi Arabia’s flagship technology event, underscores the Kingdom’s commitment to building an AI-powered economy as part of its ambitious Vision 2030 initiative.
Strengthening AI Capabilities in the Middle East
The investment builds on Groq’s prior accomplishments in Saudi Arabia, including rapidly deploying the Middle East’s largest AI inference cluster in December 2024. The cluster was installed in just eight days, reflecting the growing global demand for advanced AI computing capabilities. Operated from a data center in Dammam, Groq provides cutting-edge AI inference services through its GroqCloud™ platform.
Key Highlights from LEAP 2025
At LEAP 2025, Groq CEO Jonathan Ross joined forces with Saudi Aramco CTO Ahmad O. Al-Khowaiter and Tareq Almin to showcase the transformative potential of AI technology. They demonstrated real-time applications of large language models (LLMs), including Allam, Saudi Arabia’s locally developed AI model, and advanced text-to-speech models in both English and Arabic. These demonstrations illustrated the practical applications of AI in addressing the needs of the region and beyond.
Jonathan Ross expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “It’s an honor for Groq to be supporting the Kingdom’s 2030 vision. We are excited to work alongside Saudi innovators to shape the next chapter of AI.”
A Pivotal Step in Saudi Arabia’s AI Journey
This strategic investment positions Saudi Arabia as a leading player in global AI infrastructure development, addressing the region’s increasing need for advanced computing solutions. By leveraging Groq’s innovative AI inference technologies, Saudi Arabia aims to empower enterprises and developers with both cloud-based and on-premise solutions.
Advancing Vision 2030
The collaboration with Groq is a cornerstone of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 plan, which seeks to diversify the economy by embracing cutting-edge technologies and fostering innovation. The investment not only boosts the Kingdom’s AI computing capabilities but also reinforces its vision of becoming a global hub for AI innovation.
As demand for AI-powered solutions continues to grow worldwide, Saudi Arabia’s partnership with Groq signals its determination to lead in the AI revolution while enabling economic transformation and technological progress in the Middle East.
