DAVOS, Switzerland, January 23, 2026–(BUSINESS WIRE)–HUMAIN and the National Infrastructure Fund (“Infra”) announced a Strategic Financing Framework Agreement of up to $1.2 billion at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026, aimed at supporting the expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital infrastructure projects in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The Framework Agreement outlines non-binding financing terms for HUMAIN’s development of up to 250 MW of hyperscale AI data center capacity. These facilities will utilize cutting-edge GPUs for AI training and inference, catering to HUMAIN’s local, regional, and global clientele.
In addition to the funding agreement, Infra and HUMAIN plan to explore the establishment of an AI data center investment platform. This initiative will be anchored by both organizations and structured to encourage participation from global and local institutional investors, further enabling HUMAIN’s AI strategy.
The agreement highlights Infra’s critical role in partnering with various stakeholders to expedite the delivery of infrastructure assets essential for economic transformation and sustained productivity. It also showcases HUMAIN’s determination to deploy scalable computing resources to meet the rising commercial demand for advanced AI and data processing services.
“The demand for advanced compute is intensifying, and this Framework Agreement positions HUMAIN to respond with speed and scale,” said Tareq Amin, Chief Executive Officer of HUMAIN. “In partnership with Infra, our goal is to deliver world-class AI data center infrastructure that enterprises can rely on as their computing needs become more complex.”
Eng. Esmail Alsallom, Chief Executive Officer of Infra, remarked, “This Framework Agreement is an important step in expanding Infra’s role in unlocking infrastructure investment opportunities in the Kingdom. Our partnership with HUMAIN will activate new pathways to grow institutional investment and develop the digital economy through enabling AI infrastructure.”
The National Infrastructure Fund serves as the primary development financing partner for infrastructure in Saudi Arabia. It aims to catalyze private sector investment to speed up the delivery of crucial infrastructure projects, aligning with the goals of Vision 2030 and the Saudi Green Initiative. The Fund operates under the supervision of the National Development Fund.
HUMAIN, a company affiliated with the Public Investment Fund (PIF), specializes in delivering full-stack AI capabilities across four core areas: next-generation data centers, high-performance infrastructure and cloud platforms, advanced AI models—including some of the world’s most sophisticated Arabic large language models—and transformative AI solutions that merge deep sector insights with practical execution.
HUMAIN’s comprehensive approach caters to both public and private sector entities, unlocking value across various industries while driving digital transformation and enhancing capabilities through human–AI collaboration. With a broadening portfolio of sector-specific AI products and a core mission focused on intellectual property development and global talent leadership, HUMAIN is positioned for competitiveness and technological excellence on the international stage.
As partnerships like that of HUMAIN and Infra develop, they underscore the increasing importance of digital infrastructure in the global economy. The collaboration is set to play a significant role in shaping the future of AI and digital capabilities in Saudi Arabia, positioning the Kingdom as a potential leader in the burgeoning field of AI technology.
HUMAIN and Infra continue to pave the way for substantial investments in the digital economy, which could influence similar initiatives across the region, further enhancing the Middle East’s standing in the global tech landscape.
Source: AETOSWire
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