LEAP 2026 opens its doors in Riyadh today for its fifth edition, marking its evolution into one of the world's largest technology gatherings. The four-day event brings together global tech companies, investors, and innovators across AI, advanced computing, mobility, gaming, and emerging technologies.
The numbers are staggering: 1,289 investors from 1,016 firms representing a combined $14.5 trillion in assets under management are confirmed to attend. The Main Stage features Saudi Communications Minister Abdullah Alswaha alongside AMD CEO Lisa Su, Cisco CEO Chuck Robbins, and HUMAIN CEO Tareq Amin, plus leaders from NVIDIA, Google, Meta, Lenovo, and Uber.
Under Saudi Arabia's Year of AI banner, artificial intelligence threads through the entire programme. The event spans 16 stages and 20+ content tracks, with live experiences including Unitree robot dance performances, AGIBOT's A2 Ultra humanoid robot, robotaxis, autonomous delivery drones, and flying taxis.
The Rocket Fuel startup competition draws 100 finalists competing for $1 million in equity-free prizes from over 3,000 applications. LEAP Nights extends the programme across Riyadh with 60 events at 15+ venues through September 4th.