Riyadh – Sharikat Mubasher: Riyadh is gearing up to host the fourth edition of the LEAP technology conference under the theme “Into New Worlds” from 9 to 12 February 2025, at the Riyadh Exhibition and Conference Center in Malham, north of Riyadh.
The event is organized by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, the Saudi Federation for Cybersecurity, Programming, and Drones, and Tahaluf, in collaboration with global events company Informa and the Events Investment Fund, according to a recent press release.
LEAP is one of the largest global tech events, featuring over 1,800 tech exhibitors, 1,000 speakers, and 680 startups. The conference offers more than 20 specialized tracks covering diverse fields such as fintech, smart cities, health tech, the Fourth Industrial Revolution, retail, sports tech, and new topics like "Vision 2030."
The event attracts leading speakers and major global companies, including Zoom, Huawei, Microsoft, Aramco, Alibaba Cloud, and Ericsson, cementing its position as a premier platform for innovation and technology.
Highlights include LEAP Nights, blending technology and culture, and the third edition of DeepFest, sponsored by the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), focusing on the latest AI advancements.
The event also features the Rocket Fuel Pitch Competition, offering prizes exceeding $1 million. Key awards include the $250,000 LEAP Grand Prize, $150,000 Rising Star Award, $150,000 Aviatrix Award for women-led startups, $150,000 Tech for Humanity Award, $150,000 New Horizons Award for metaverse and Web3 startups, and the $150,000 AI Award.
The previous LEAP edition drew over 215,000 visitors from around the world, solidifying its status as a leading global tech conference. This year’s edition is expected to attract an even larger audience with more diverse and exceptional experiences.
