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AIM (Artificial Intelligence Make)

AIM (Artificial Intelligence Make)

Provides Saudi organizations with AI infrastructure access, talent development, industrial challenge programs, and venture scaling support.

OpenNational Technology Development ProgramSaudi Arabia
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AIM (Artificial Intelligence Make) is the National Technology Development Program's flagship AI initiative in Saudi Arabia, designed to build the country's AI infrastructure, workforce, and commercial ecosystem through a coordinated combination of resource access, talent development, and venture-building support. The program is delivered in partnership with SDAIA (Saudi Data and AI Authority), Kin…

What this grant funds

Non-cash AI infrastructure and venture-building support for Saudi-based organizations, targeting development of 80–100 AI-native ventures and 20–25 AI models aligned with national priorities.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.In-kind assistance
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: ntdp.gov.sa