Saudi sets new rules for secondary use of data to boost innovation

The new rules establish clear controls and procedures for requesting and sharing data for secondary purposes, including activities that serve the public interest and support research, development and innovation.

SDAIA said the framework is designed to encourage government entities to share data more effectively, helping improve the efficiency of public-sector operations and enabling data-driven decision-making.

It also aims to support the implementation of national strategies and targets by facilitating structured access to data for secondary use.

According to the authority, the rules will help unlock greater value from existing datasets, allowing them to be reused responsibly to advance innovation, strengthen research capabilities and enhance the quality of government services.

The General Rules for the Secondary Use of Data form part of SDAIA’s broader efforts to build a robust national data ecosystem that balances accessibility, governance and responsible use, while reinforcing the Kingdom’s ambitions in digital transformation and artificial intelligence.

The document is available on SDAIA’s official website.