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Saudi Makes Future

Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center

14-16 DECEMBER 2026

Explore the summitDiscover sectors

2025 Highlights – A glimpse of what to expect

30,000+

Attendees

300+

Exhibitors

90+

Participating countries

100

Startup showcases

100+

Global speakers

The WMF event in Riyadh

The Kingdom’s Global Platform for Innovation, AI, and the Digital Economy connecting visionary minds, emerging technologies, and transformative ideas that power Vision 2030 and beyond.

Saudi Makes Future (SMF) is a landmark technology and innovation festival celebrating the future of the digital world. From artificial intelligence and robotics to sustainability and smart cities, SMF unites industry leaders, startups, investors, creators, and governments to shape the next era of human progress in the heart of Saudi Arabia.

Just a few We Make Future speakers

Sir Tim Berners-Lee

Inventor of the World Wide Web

Federico Faggin

Physicist & Microchip Inventor

Jerry Kaplan

Scientist, AI Expert, Silicon Valley Pioneer & Tablet Inventor

John Wesley

Invest Senior Director

Philip Kotler

Autore

Robot Sophia

Social Humanoid Robot

Papu Gomez

Footballer, World Cup champion with Argentina

Giorgio Chiellini

Former footballer, sports executive, and entrepreneur

Gianfranco Zola

Sport Executive, former football player & coach

Dardust

Producer & Artist

Elio

Singer-songwriter and musician

The Flying Man

Siyabulela Mandela

Human Rights Activist

Manuel Castells

Chair Professor Communication Technology and Society

Claudio Domenicali

CEO

Nestor Maslej

Research Manager Human-centered

Francesco Ubertini

President

Veronica La Regina

Space Mentor

Pierre-Philippe Mathieu

Head of the Φ-lab Explore Office

The Event topics

AI Startup

competition

AI Investments

panels

AI Experts

talks

AI Business

meetings

Innovation

Future

Connection

Knowledge

Growth

Network

Artificial Intelligence

B2B

Investments

Robotics

An event to access the global AI

& Digital Innovation ecosystem

AI 4 Future Startup Competition

The AI 4 Future Startup Competition:

Join the international AI Startup Competition and pitch in front of an AI-specialised audience. Bring your idea in the heart of middle east Innovation.

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B2B Synergies & Sponsorship

The sponsorship offer the opportunity to play a leading role, ensuring global visibility for brands.
It provides exposure to an audience of key AI stakeholders, including investors, VCs, experts, and companies from both the Saudi Arabia and global markets.

Become a sponsor

AI Knowledge & Networking

An exclusive audience will attend the WMF event in Riyad to dive into the latest trends in AI technology.
Talks with field experts and panels dedicated to the AI & Digital Innovation investment ecosystem, with a particular focus on the Middle East market.

Join the exhibition

Exhibition Area | 20,000 – 30,000 sqm

A world-class showcase floor featuring interactive demos, cutting-edge innovations, and immersive experiences designed to connect ideas with opportunities.

30,000+ Attendees

A vibrant community of innovators, thought leaders, investors, and change-makers gathering to network, learn, and shape the future.

90+ Participating Countries

An international showcase of innovation, bringing diverse perspectives and fostering cross-border collaboration.

1000+ Exhibitors

Global enterprises, regional champions, and cutting-edge startups showcasing breakthrough technologies and transformative solutions.

Country Pavilions

Dedicated pavilions will highlight national achievements in AI, digital transformation, and sustainability. Each pavilion showcases innovation from local companies, startups, government initiatives, and academic institutions — positioning the Kingdom as a global leader in emerging technologies.