The Saudi Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, working with the Saudi Federation for Cybersecurity, Programming and Drones, and Tahaluf company, has announced that the fifth edition of the LEAP 2026 conference will take place in Riyadh, the Saudi capital, from April 13 to 16. This conference comes at a time when the global tech sector is seeing rapid changes, with companies and governments actively looking for new opportunities in growth, investment, and digital integration. This year's LEAP aims to explore how innovation is reshaping economies, industries, and societies worldwide. It will feature an expanded program and new platforms bringing together thought leaders, decision-makers, investors, and entrepreneurs. This collaboration among the organizing bodies highlights Saudi Arabia's growing role as a global innovation hub, perfectly aligning with Saudi Vision 2030 goals, which prioritize digital transformation and economic diversification.
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