AMD (NASDAQ: AMD), Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) and HUMAIN announced that their joint venture has launched production AI infrastructure in Saudi Arabia. The system uses AMD Instinct MI355X GPUs and Cisco Silicon One networking.

The deployment serves HUMAIN customers in the Kingdom and beyond. It marks a milestone in building an open, large-scale AI platform. The infrastructure is designed for scale, low latency and operational resilience.

Deployment Details

The live system is powered by AMD Instinct MI355X GPUs and AMD EPYC CPUs. It relies on Cisco’s critical networking infrastructure, including Cisco Silicon One and Cisco 800G optics. The Cisco N9000 Series platform interconnects the GPUs in an AI-optimized fabric.

This setup enables HUMAIN to offer GPU-as-a-service for various use cases. These include model training and inferencing. The platform supports open models, open software and locally operated infrastructure.

Future Roadmap

The companies plan to deploy up to 250 MW of additional AI infrastructure in the next phase. This expansion will use AMD Instinct MI400 Series GPUs, AMD EPYC CPUs and AMD ROCm open software. Deployment is scheduled to begin in 2027, with capacity coming online in the second half of the year.

Driven by strong customer demand, the joint venture remains on track to deploy up to 1 GW of AI infrastructure by 2030. This expansion aims to significantly increase Saudi Arabia’s AI capacity.

Strategic Focus

The collaboration focuses on sovereign AI capabilities. It gives governments, enterprises and developers access to advanced AI tools. Customers gain control over data residency, model customization and system governance.

The platform aligns with local languages, cultures and regulatory requirements. It brings together high-performance compute and open network architecture. This approach supports AI labs, model providers and developers globally.

Advanced Micro Devices Inc (NASDAQ: AMD) appointed Tim Ryan to its board of directors effective August 19, 2026. The appointment adds a director with deep expertise in technology, enterprise operations, and financial governance as AMD executes its strategy in artificial intelligence and high-performance computing.

The appointment coincides with changes to board committees following the retirement of Joseph Householder, who is stepping down after more than 11 years of service. KC McClure has been named chair of the Audit and Finance Committee and appointed to the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee. Nora Denzel, AMD’s lead independent director, has joined the Audit and Finance Committee.

Board Committee Restructuring

The changes follow the retirement of Joseph Householder, who is stepping down after more than 11 years on the AMD board.

"Tim’s extensive experience across technology, operations and finance will bring valuable perspective to AMD’s board as we execute our long-term strategy and pursue the significant opportunities ahead in AI and high-performance computing," said Dr. Lisa Su, AMD chair and CEO.

Su also acknowledged Householder’s contributions, citing his "thoughtful counsel and financial stewardship" during AMD’s transformation.

Strategic Context

Ryan currently serves as Head of Technology and Business Enablement at Citigroup Inc, leading the firm’s technology organization. He joined Citi in 2024 after more than three decades at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC), where he served as U.S. Chair and Senior Partner from 2016 to 2024. A certified public accountant, Ryan holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting and communications from Babson College.

Ryan’s background aligns with AMD’s focus on full-stack AI solutions, including AI-optimized CPUs, GPUs, networking, and software. His prior role at PwC involved advising leading global companies on technology, strategy, and risk management.

"I am thrilled to join AMD’s board at such a pivotal moment for the industry," Ryan said. "AMD is at the center of the most important computing trends of our time, and I look forward to working with Lisa and the board to help drive the company’s continued growth."

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