Saudi Arabia charts its own course with Hudhud Maps
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Engineers and specialists in Saudi Arabia developed Hudhud Maps, a free navigation system for Android and iOS, to establish complete national control over geographic data.
Growing international discussion about the importance of maps and geographic data prompted the creation of this system, designed to eliminate reliance on external servers and protect cybersecurity.
Ryan Al-Saleemi, a software engineer, and Khalid Lavi Al-Murikhi, the Chief Technology Officer of Hudhud Maps, explained that the team built the system to understand local environments and navigation needs, delivering accurate maps and a better user experience. They are developing technologies to keep pace with the growth of Saudi cities and digital services, utilizing machine learning and artificial intelligence, including computer vision and large language models, to analyze images and user contributions.
Hudhud Maps aims to become a leading Saudi company in deep tech within the global mapping and geographic technology sector. The company designed its systems to keep pace with the rapid development of infrastructure in Saudi cities, using advanced technologies like machine learning and artificial intelligence. This allows for constant updates reflecting real-world changes, a feature often lacking in traditional maps.
The system also incorporates local culture and spatial awareness, including Saudi national addressing and landmarks, and even helps manage crowds during major events.
