Riyadh is on the brink of transforming into an epicenter of technological innovation as it prepares to host the third iteration of LEAP from March 4 to 7, 2024. The event is poised to feature an impressive roster of industry pioneers and experts, with discussions centered around the theme “Into New Worlds”, offering attendees a sneak peek into the technological advancements of the future.
The agenda for LEAP 2024 is expansive, encompassing a variety of topics across several stages. Attendees can expect to engage with subjects ranging from Web 3 and tech unicorns to strategies of tech behemoths and user privacy, ensuring there’s relevance for all participants.
Specific sectors such as EduTech, RetailTech, FinTech, HealthTech, 4IR, Future Energy, and Smart Cities will be thoroughly explored, underscoring the transformative impact of technology within diverse industries.
The lineup for this year’s edition includes notable speakers like IBM Chairman Arvind Krishna and HPE CEO Antonio Neri, with Eric Yuan, CEO of Zoom Video Communications, also slated to participate.
LEAP 2024 is brought to life by the collaborative efforts of the Ministry of Communications & Information Technology, the Saudi Federation for Cybersecurity, Programming, and Drones, Tahaluf, and the Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority (Monsha’at), all joining forces to provide a vibrant platform for dialogue, collaboration, and innovation in the tech world.
Following the success of its first edition, DeepFest will return for its second run at LEAP 2024, in partnership with the Saudi Data & AI Authority (SDAIA). The event is set to feature over 150 speakers and 120 exhibitors, pushing the envelope in artificial intelligence and highlighting its most recent progressions.
Artificial Intelligence stands as a pivotal theme at LEAP 2024, indicative of its ever-increasing role in forging the technological future. Discussions will probe into AI’s foundations, breakthroughs, achievements, applications, and its broader societal and ethical implications.
LEAP 2024 anticipates the arrival of more than 1,800 tech exhibitors from around the globe, including titans like Google, Microsoft, Oracle, and Amazon Web Services. Riyadh is thus expected to become a crucible of innovation, with industry leaders, emerging startups, investors, and visionaries gathering to explore opportunities.
Vice Minister of Communications and Information Technology, H.E. Eng. Haitham AlOhali, highlighted the timeliness of the event, noting the rapid advancements and the pivotal role of generative AI at economic and social junctures. The event will feature 10 stages dedicated to various technology sectors, including health, education, and e-commerce.
Muteb Alqani, CEO of the Saudi Federation for Cybersecurity, Programming, and Drones, shared his enthusiasm for providing a unique and comprehensive experience at LEAP 2024. He emphasized the event’s role in empowering global technology and its potential to catalyze a multitude of investments and launches.