Riyadh - Sharikat Mubasher: Global AI leader NTT DATA announced its participation in LEAP 2026, Saudi Arabia’s flagship technology event, taking place from 31 August to 3 September.

NTT DATA will showcase AI-powered intelligent infrastructure and digital transformation solutions spanning smart cities, smart buildings, smart transportation, sovereign AI, agentic AI, digital twins, robotics, AI operations (AIOps), cloud, security, and enterprise applications, according to the company’s official statement.

With the theme 'Cities that Think: How AI is Reshaping the Future of Urban Life,' the AI company will focus on how AI, data, connectivity, and digital platforms are transforming connected cities into intelligent ecosystems that can learn, predict, adapt, and act to improve outcomes for citizens, businesses, and communities.

Rami Beidas, managing director of NTT DATA in Saudi Arabia, said: “Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 has set a bold roadmap for AI-enabled cities and public services and LEAP is where ambition meets execution. This year, our leadership teams will be engaging with government leaders, clients and partners to showcase real-world AI innovations, strengthen strategic collaborations and help translate national AI priorities into tangible outcomes across Saudi Arabia.”

For his part, Burcak Soydan, managing director of NTT DATA for the Middle East, stated that the company will showcase how sovereign AI, agentic AI and connected data platforms help cities move from connected to being truly intelligent.

Visitors will meet NTT DATA's global and regional leadership teams and can explore how AI-powered innovation, strategic partnerships, and trusted digital infrastructure are helping organizations accelerate their digital transformation journeys and build the intelligent cities of tomorrow.