
DeepFest: A Platform Gathering AI Leaders at LEAP 2025
Saudi Arabia will host the fourth edition of LEAP Tech Conference (LEAP 2025) from February 9-12, 2025 in Riyadh, bringing together AI innovators and transformation leaders at the DeepFest event, reported the Saudi Press Agency (SPA). DeepFest 2025
Powered by the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), the DeepFest event will see the participation of more than 150 speakers and over 120 exhibitors, with an expected turnout exceeding 50,000 visitors from around the world.
DeepFest will showcase the latest AI innovations and technological solutions, with the aim of discovering pioneering technologies, fostering connections, exchanging expertise, and building partnerships in the field of AI to advance innovation and strengthen cooperation among experts across various fields. SDAIA's Participation in LEAP 2025
Furthermore, SDAIA will take part in several events and dialogue sessions at LEAP 2025 to discuss innovation in Saudi Arabia's future economy.
It will also showcase AI applications to support emerging economies, and highlight the capabilities of the AI-powered Tawakkalna national app, and its role in boosting the quality of life by harnessing cutting-edge technologies and innovations. Showcasing AI Projects
Moreover, SDAIA's pavilion at LEAP 2025 will display its latest AI-driven initiatives and projects, including Tawakkalna app, which significantly contributed to enhancing the quality of digital life in Saudi Arabia; and EYENAI (my eyes), an advanced medical solution that harnesses AI for detecting diabetic retinopathy.
It will also showcase other initiatives, such as Ehsan platform, SauTech (your voice), SAMAI, and Nafath, which have played a major role in improving government and technological services in the Kingdom. Highlighting Saudi AI Leadership
Additionally, SDAIA will highlight projects which contribute to enhancing Saudi Arabia's leadership in the field of data and AI, displaying its latest research and technologies in AI and its role in bolstering digital innovation.
SDAIA's participation underscores its commitment to promoting digital transformation in the Kingdom, empowering data and AI capabilities by supporting national and international initiatives and participating in major conferences and forums. This aligns with the objectives of Vision 2030 to establish Saudi Arabia as a global hub for technology and innovation.
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