LEAP 2026 Kicks Off in Riyadh with Participation of 1,289 Investors

The LEAP 2026 event will kick off in Riyadh on August 31 for its fifth edition, featuring global technology companies, investors, founders, and innovators over four days. The event includes 16 platforms and more than 20 content tracks, with prominent speakers such as Saudi Minister of Communications and Information Technology Abdullah Al-Swaha, AMD Chair and CEO Lisa Su, and Cisco Chairman and CEO Chuck Robbins. LEAP confirmed the participation of 1,289 investors representing 1,016 investment firms, with a total managed assets of $14.5 trillion. The Rocket Fuel competition will see 100 finalist startups competing for prizes worth $1 million without taking equity stakes, after receiving over 3,000 applications. This year's edition includes live experiences in robotics, autonomous mobility, gaming, and sports, such as humanoid robots, self-driving taxis, and drone delivery. The LEAP Nights program will take place across Riyadh from August 30 to September 4, featuring 60 events at more than 15 locations.

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