Endava, NDF, and Google Cloud Host AI-Driven Datathon in Riyadh

Endava, a global digital transformation company, hosted a datathon in Riyadh in collaboration with the National Development Fund (NDF) and Google Cloud. The event brought together data scientists, engineers, and industry experts to develop data-driven solutions that align with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. By leveraging AI, big data, and cloud technologies, participants tackled key challenges in finance, sustainability, and digital infrastructure, showcasing the transformative potential of data analytics in the Kingdom’s digital economy.

Andrew Rossiter, Global SVP & Google Cloud Unit Lead at Endava, emphasized the critical role of AI-driven digital transformation, stating that the datathon created a unique platform for collaboration, ideation, and problem-solving. He highlighted the importance of data innovation in accelerating Saudi Arabia’s journey toward a data-driven economy. Ahmed Bawareth, Service Excellence Office Sr. Executive Director at NDF, reinforced the Fund’s commitment to fostering digital innovation, emphasizing that harnessing big data and artificial intelligence is essential for sustainable development and advancing digital transformation in the Kingdom.

The event provided participants with hands-on workshops, mentorship from industry leaders, and access to Google Cloud’s AI ecosystem. Winning teams presented innovative solutions with the potential for real-world implementation in Saudi Arabia’s strategic initiatives. The datathon marks the beginning of deeper collaboration between Endava, NDF, and Google Cloud, with future initiatives aimed at accelerating digital transformation and strengthening Saudi Arabia’s tech ecosystem.