LEAP 2026 opens in Riyadh on 31 August for its fifth edition, bringing together global technology companies, investors, founders and innovators for four days covering AI, advanced computing, mobility, gaming and emerging technologies.
The event will feature 16 stages and more than 20 content tracks, with speakers including Saudi Minister of Communications and Information Technology Abdullah Alswaha, AMD Chair and CEO Lisa Su, Cisco Chair and CEO Chuck Robbins, and HUMAIN CEO Tareq Amin.
LEAP says 1,289 investors from 1,016 firms, representing a combined $14.5 trillion in assets under management, are confirmed to attend.
The Rocket Fuel startup competition will see 100 finalists compete for $1 million in equity-free prizes, following more than 3,000 applications.
LEAP 2026 will also feature live robotics, autonomous mobility, gaming and sports experiences, including humanoid robots, robotaxis, autonomous delivery drones, flying taxis and an interactive Formula 1 experience.
