Riyadh – Sharikat Mubasher: The organizers of LEAP announced that the 2026 edition of the global technology conference will be postponed and rescheduled to 31 August–3 September 2026, taking place at the Riyadh Exhibition & Convention Centre in Malham. The event was originally set to take place from 13 to 16 April.

Organizers said the decision followed extensive consultations with partners and stakeholders to ensure the event continues to deliver the large-scale international participation and high-quality programming it is known for, including global speakers, investors, and technology companies.

Since its launch in 2022, LEAP has quickly grown into one of the world’s largest technology gatherings, attracting hundreds of thousands of participants and thousands of companies from around the globe.

The upcoming edition will bring together founders, investors, policymakers, and industry leaders to discuss emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, cloud computing, gaming, and digital infrastructure.

Annabelle Mander, Executive Vice President at Tahaluf and co-creator of LEAP, said hosting the event at the new dates would help ensure strong global participation and maintain the high-quality experience expected by the technology community.

Organizers added that more announcements about speakers, partners, and program highlights will be revealed in the coming months as preparations for LEAP 2026 continue.