Riyadh: The Organizing Committee of the Global Security and Technology Summit (GSTS) has announced the commencement of registration for the Global Security and Innovation Fair and Competition (SAIF). This event is a significant part of the summit's activities, held under the auspices of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and scheduled to take place from November 19 to 21, 2026, in Riyadh.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the SAIF is organized by the Ministry of Interior in collaboration with Tuwaiq Academy, which oversees the scientific application of international standards with the expertise of specialists. The Ministry of Education also actively participates. The competition is designed to attract top-tier innovators, researchers, and technical talent globally to develop groundbreaking solutions in key areas. These areas include artificial intelligence and data analysis, emerging technologies and their security applications, digital forensics and technical investigations, cybersecurity and infrastructure protection, and digital transformation in the security sector. Interested participants are encouraged to register by visiting the official website at https://saifair.sa.
The collaboration between the Ministry of Interior and Tuwaiq Academy in organizing GSTS underscores Saudi Arabia's leadership in security, technology, and innovation support. The summit serves as a global platform, bringing together leaders from security and technology sectors worldwide to promote the integration of modern technologies in enhancing security systems.