Saudi Arabia to Host First Global Coral Reef Summit in 2026 with $1.2 Billion AI Data Center Financing
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
- Global Coral Reef Summit: Saudi Arabia will host the first Global Coral Reef Summit in 2026 to address policy and financing gaps for reef protection, bringing together global leaders and scientists to drive ecosystem recovery.
- AI Infrastructure Financing: Saudi Arabia signed a strategic financing framework agreement of up to $1.2 billion with HUMAIN to support the expansion of 250 MW of hyperscale AI data center capacity, indicating a strong commitment to digital infrastructure investment.
- Land Restoration Initiative: The launch of the Business4Land Champions’ Council aims to mobilize private-sector leadership for accelerating land restoration and drought resilience, reflecting a significant focus on sustainable development.
- Manufacturing Transformation Framework: Saudi Arabia, in collaboration with WEF, introduced the Lighthouse Operating System to accelerate manufacturing transformation and non-oil industrial growth, further promoting economic diversification and establishing itself as a global manufacturing hub.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.







