DeepFest Returns to Riyadh as Saudi Arabia Marks 2026 the Year of Artificial IntelligenceDeepFest, the dedicated artificial intelligence and deep technology platform co-located with LEAP 2026, returns to Riyadh from 31 August to 3 September 2026, bringing together global technology leaders, investors, policymakers, and innovators to explore the future of artificial intelligence, emerging technologies and real-world AI deployment. This year’s edition arrives as Saudi Arabia marks 2026 as the Year of Artificial Intelligence, an initiative backed by His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Prime Minister and Chairman of the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority. As artificial intelligence reshapes industries at unprecedented speed, DeepFest 2026 will explore the technologies, infrastructure and ideas driving the next phase of global transformation. LEAP 2026 is expected to welcome more than 201,000 visitors alongside over 600 startups and 1,900 investors. DeepFest 2026 takes place from 31 August to 3 September 2026 at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Centre in Malham, co-located with LEAP 2026.