Riyadh: The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution Saudi Arabia (C4IR Saudi Arabia), in partnership with the World Economic Forum (WEF) and King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST), will organize the third Saudi Forum for the Fourth Industrial Revolution under the theme 'Frontiers of Global Technology' from October 29 to 30, 2025, at the Four Seasons Hotel in Riyadh. The event will bring together experts and innovation leaders from government entities, the business sector, academia, and research centers.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the forum will discuss the impact of Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies on the economy, industry, and society. Topics will include advanced technologies, artificial intelligence, and quantum computing, as well as smart factories and their potential roles in economic growth, transformation acceleration, and sustainable innovation.
The program will feature regional and specialized workshops for members of the Fourth Industrial Revolution Centres Network and forum communities, including the Young Global Leaders and Global Shapers. Participants will also include representatives from the Kingdom's Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) network, local technology pioneers, entrepreneurs, and innovation communities associated with 'The Garage'.
In its third edition, the forum aims to deepen engagement through live sessions, high-level dialogues, and specialized workshops covering six main themes: the Intelligent Economy, the Future of Industry, Beyond Digital, Preparing Society for the Future, Responsible Technologies and Ethical Boundaries, and Strategic Resources for the Fourth Industrial Revolution Economy.
Managing Director of C4IR Saudi Arabia, Dr. Basma AlBuhairan, noted that the forum is part of the Kingdom's progress toward an innovation-driven economy, highlighting its leadership role in the Fourth Industrial Revolution through its partnership with the World Economic Forum. She acknowledged the support of the forum's partners, which include Saudi Aramco, the National Industrial Development and Logistics Program (NIDLP), stc Group, Riyadh Municipality, Quantinuum Global Solutions, Alef International, and Al Asila Solutions.
C4IR Saudi Arabia acts as a national platform for the responsible development and application of Fourth Industrial Revolution and advanced technologies. It contributes to the acceleration of governance frameworks, policies, and protocols that support technology adoption and scaling, aligning with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.