How LEAP 2025 is Shaping the Future of AI, Fintech, and Smart Cities

LEAP is no doubt Saudi Arabia’s finest contribution to global tech. The fourth edition of LEAP, about to happen from February 9th to 12th at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Centre in Malham, is all set to transform the tech landscape with newer levels of innovation.

Held under the theme “Into New Worlds”, LEAP 2025 will be the event’s first ticketed outing – ensuring the participation of more industry leaders and improving the overall visibility. And yes, we at Tecfuge are ready to explore this extravaganza to the fullest!

Co-organized by Tahaluf and the Ministry for Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), LEAP 2025 is also a collaboration between Informa PLC, the Saudi Federation for Cybersecurity, Programming and Drones (SAFCSP), and the Events Investment Fund. With over 20 stages, LEAP 2025 will bring forth groundbreaking updates across various sectors such as space, education, gaming, smart cities, and much more.

Exclusive Experiences for LEAP 2025 Attendees

LEAP 2025 will feature an array of experiences designed to connect attendees with the latest technologies and the right people. Here are some among the new highlights:

• SportsTech Track: This brand-new feature will bring the world of sports into the tech arena. Attendees can experience live demos, hear industry announcements, and explore cutting-edge innovations from clubs, leaders, and pioneers in sports technology. Renowned speakers such as Patrice Evra, a successful entrepreneur and former Manchester United forward, and Mathieu Flamini, co-founder of GF Biochemicals, will headline this track.

• Tech Arena: A powerful addition to LEAP 2025, the Tech Arena is all about live product demonstrations, hands-on prototype experiences, and showcasing of future-perfected technology. Interactive engagements and global participation will take the whole environment to the forefront of innovation.

• Startup Stage: Dedicated to the brightest innovators and startups, this stage will provide a platform for pitching, networking, and idea exploration. Attendees can witness the future of tech taking flight in real-time.

• LEAP Nights: Extending beyond the convention halls, LEAP Nights will immerse participants in Riyadh’s vibrant cultural scene. Featuring a lineup of dinners, meetups, and live entertainment, these events will provide opportunities for networking and forging connections within the global tech community.

Empowering the Investor Network

LEAP 2025 aims to transform the investor ecosystem with advanced matchmaking tools, mentorship sessions, and investor-to-investor workshops. Expecting more than 1500 global startups and investors, the event is set to ensure invaluable connections – empowered with dedicated lounges, exclusive networking zones, and customized matchmaking spaces designed to seamlessly connect General Partners, Limited Partners, and Funds of Funds.

A Reunion of Global Giants

LEAP 2025 will feature important global figures like Ken Kutaragi, the former Chairman & CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment, and Javier Tebas, President of La Liga. Other premium delegates include Arvind Krishna, Chairman and CEO of IBM; Connie Chan, General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz; Andrea Vena, Chief Climate and Sustainability Officer at the European Space Agency; and Alex Hirschi, Chairwoman of Supercar Blondie. LEAP 2025 is ultimately the reunion of all the international leaders who scaled up the event as the epitome of global exposure.

Saudi Arabia’s Gift To The Future of Tech

LEAP is considered a pivotal power in achieving the Saudi Vision 2030 goals. In a comparatively short span, LEAP has placed Saudi Arabia as a global tech hub, and the decision of a ticketed outing will now improve its scale and visibility beyond the achievable. Placing Saudi as a global technology aggregator, LEAP 2025 will feature unique technological advancements, valuable content, and global participation that presents an exclusive experience for attendees from all kinds of industries.

Thriving as The Name Suggests

Over the past three years, LEAP has taken a huge leap ahead. The initiative is growing at a rocket-fueled pace by ensuring global opportunities for nurturing talent, creativity, and investment. Marking the beginning of something way bigger, the shift to a ticketed model will open doors to a more interactive, personalized, and productive way of networking among businesses, investors, and other prospects. For an event that has crafted new realms of global tech innovation, LEAP proves to be an ever-evolving marvel that explores the unexplored for the world to rise up with the power of technology.

We at Tecfuge are always experimenting with various ways to ensure the most advanced Odoo and Marketplace solutions for our prospects worldwide. To empower all our efforts, we too are fingers-crossed to witness what LEAP 2025 has in the tech-basket for the world!