Qatar’s artificial intelligence (AI) market is projected to reach an estimated USD 567.10 million (QAR 2.06 billion) in 2025, according to a report by Statista.
This surge in AI adoption is being driven by Qatar’s strategic investments and technological transformations, reflecting the country’s commitment to innovation.
Technology experts emphasize that companies in Qatar are strategically focused on “transforming AI enhancement” and deploying innovative solutions to maintain high data integrity and security standards.
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Economic Implications
AI is predicted to boost Qatar’s economic growth by 2.3% and generate USD 5 billion (QAR 18.22 billion) in revenue by 2030, solidifying the country’s journey to becoming a global hub in AI innovation.
Driven by modern technologies, such as AI and the Internet of Things (IoT), the substantial progress in the country’s digital landscape is poised to increase job opportunities and support Qatar’s Digital Agenda 2030. This strategic initiative is set to guide the country’s digital economy through technological evolution, sustainability, and economic diversification.
Statista’s report also projects a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 27.93% for Qatar’s AI market between 2025 and 2030, potentially attaining a market volume of USD 1.943 billion by the end of the decade.
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The Global AI Market
The report indicates that AI’s global market size is projected to amount to USD 243.70 billion (QAR 888.22 billion) in 2025, with a CAGR of 27.67% between 2025-2030, and ultimately reaching USD 826.70 billion (QAR 3013.10 billion) by the end of 2030, marking the technology’s widespread adoption.
The United States is set to remain the largest AI market globally, with an estimated size of USD 66.21 billion (QAR 241.32 billion) in 2025.
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Qatar’s AI Strategy
Qatar’s strategy in advancing AI focuses on developing its data centers and management capabilities to encourage global investments and multinational businesses. The country is also harmonizing AI regulations with the US and Europe to draw new tech entrants and sustain stability in cross-border trade.
Furthermore, AI initiatives are being implemented across the country to support various sectors, including critical infrastructures, human resources, healthcare, education, research, and entertainment, to maximize efficiency and increase Qatar’s gross domestic product (GDP).
This AI approach aligns with Qatar’s third National Development Strategy (NDS-3) to accelerate economic diversification efforts and position the country as a leader in AI innovation.
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