AMD, Cisco Systems, and the Saudi‑based AI startup Humain have entered into a joint venture to construct a new AI data‑center platform in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The partnership will launch with a 100 MW buildout in 2026 and aims to scale to 1 GW of AI compute capacity by 2030, positioning the venture as a cornerstone of the region’s emerging AI ecosystem.
The platform will combine AMD’s Instinct GPU technology, Cisco’s AI‑native networking solutions, and Humain’s state‑of‑the‑art data‑center facilities. While the MI450 GPU is cited as part of the stack, it has not yet been publicly released; the venture will likely rely on AMD’s existing Instinct MI350 series and MI308 products, with the MI450 expected to enter the market in the coming months.
AMD’s Q3 2025 results—record revenue of $9.2 billion, up 36 % YoY, and a data‑center segment revenue of $4.3 billion, up 22 %—demonstrate the company’s strong position in AI hardware. Cisco reported Q3 2025 revenue of $14.1 billion, up 11 % YoY, and a non‑GAAP EPS of $0.96, underscoring its robust performance in networking and AI infrastructure.
Strategically, the joint venture expands AMD’s footprint in the Middle East and provides a large‑scale deployment that could generate substantial revenue and reinforce its role as a leading AI accelerator provider. For Cisco, the partnership reinforces its position as a critical enabler of AI workloads, while Humain’s involvement aligns with Saudi Arabia’s goal of becoming a global AI hub and diversifying its economy beyond oil.
The venture enters a highly competitive landscape, with NVIDIA and its partner xAI also pursuing large‑scale data‑center projects in the Kingdom. The joint venture therefore represents a significant move to secure a share of the rapidly growing AI compute market in a region that is investing heavily in advanced technology infrastructure.
The announcement signals a major milestone for all three companies, combining complementary strengths to deliver a power‑efficient, high‑performance AI platform that will support the Kingdom’s digital‑economy strategy and the broader global demand for AI compute capacity.
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