At the 3rd edition of the #AI_Summit, Watad signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with GIGABYTE, establishing a strategic partnership to boost Saudi Arabia's local technology landscape. This collaboration positions GIGABYTE as a local assembly partner, enabling the manufacturing of state-of-the-art hardware solutions within the Kingdom. The partnership is a significant milestone in advancing the region's high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence (AI) sectors.
Giga Computing, a subsidiary of GIGABYTE and a leader in generative AI servers and advanced cooling technologies, plays a key role in this alliance by merging Watad's AI-driven energy management solutions with GIGABYTE's cutting-edge hardware. Together, they aim to deliver a localized suite of advanced IT solutions tailored to Saudi Arabia's growing business and energy needs. This partnership aligns with the Kingdom's Vision 2030, focusing on technological advancements that will enhance local expertise and skills in AI and HPC.
Watad, known for its expertise in optimizing energy efficiency through advanced data analytics, provides customized solutions to improve operational performance across industries. By combining its innovative AI tools with GIGABYTE’s hardware capabilities, Watad will contribute to national sustainability goals, ensuring Saudi Arabia remains at the forefront of technological progress.
The collaboration extends beyond Saudi Arabia, as it includes distribution efforts in the United Arab Emirates, allowing Watad to leverage Gigabyte’s global expertise in hardware manufacturing and distribution. This strategic move will support local businesses in accessing high-quality technology products, further boosting the competitiveness of Saudi Arabia’s tech ecosystem.
Mohammed Al Mutairi, CEO of WATAD, expressed his enthusiasm: “We are excited to announce this strategic partnership with GIGABYTE and Giga Computing. This will help to localize server manufacturing aligned with the Vision 2030 of Saudi Arabia. Having such robust and advanced manufacturers in Saudi will enhance our technological capabilities and deliver exceptional value to our clients. This partnership will allow us to leverage cutting-edge innovations and bolster our offerings in the AI infrastructure compute, enhancing local expertise and skills in this industry."
Vincent Wang, Vice President of Giga Computing, added, “Our collaboration with WATAD allows us to bring our high-performance computing solutions to the Saudi market in a way that’s customized for local business and energy needs. We’re thrilled to be a part of the Kingdom’s technological evolution, contributing to its progress through scalable, robust computing solutions.”
The partnership between Watad and GIGABYTE/Giga Computing underscores the importance of localized innovations that support regional economic growth while driving global technological trends. As the Kingdom pushes toward its Vision 2030 goals, partnerships like this are essential for empowering industries, enabling AI-driven transformation, and ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.