Saudi Arabia has officially activated its most ambitious digital infrastructure project to date, breaking ground on the Hexagon Data Center in Riyadh. As of January 2, 2026, the Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA) has laid the foundation stone for what is now the world’s largest government-owned data hub. Spanning over 30 million square feet with a massive 480-megawatt capacity, this Tier IV facility—the highest global rating for reliability—is designed to be the physical backbone of the Kingdom's "Sovereign AI" strategy. The Hexagon is not just about scale; it is a masterclass in sustainable high-performance computing. Engineered to LEED Gold standards, the facility integrates direct liquid cooling and hybrid cooling systems to achieve record-breaking energy efficiency in the desert climate. By 2026, the center will host more than 290 government systems, providing the high-performance computing (HPC) power necessary to develop domestic AI models while ensuring absolute data sovereign...