Saudi Arabia to Bring DeepFest Back to Riyadh in 2026 as AI Push Grows

DeepFest is returning to Riyadh in 2026 as Saudi Arabia intensifies its push to brand the year around artificial intelligence, with the event positioned alongside LEAP, the kingdom’s major tech gathering. The conference is expected to bring together global AI leaders, investors, policymakers, and startups to showcase AI deployment, innovation, and infrastructure, underscoring Riyadh’s role as a growing regional hub for the sector. The move matters because it reflects Saudi Arabia’s broader effort to attract investment and talent while advancing its Vision 2030 technology goals.