GOVERNANCE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN KSA (NEOM AS A MODEL)

Abstract

This paper deals with the issue of the governance of artificial intelligence from two aspects; the first one is the artificial intelligence as an essential component of the life of today’s world, whether at the level of individuals or societies; its history, effects, benefits, fields and fears arising from it, and consequently the importance of the principal of the governance of artificial intelligence in maximizing advantages and preventing disadvantages. The second aspect deals with the efforts of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the field of the governance of artificial intelligence as one of the leading countries in Middle East in implementing and investing of artificial intelligence applications for the sake of Saudi society and individuals. As well as to provide opportunities for companies and institutions from entire world to collaborate inside the kingdom and benefit the world. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s efforts are expressed through talking about the Saudi’s giant project NEOM, through the discussion of the founding council’s vision and message, as well as NEOM’s features and sectors.