Riyadh will host the KSA edition of DATE (Digital Acceleration & Transformation Expo) on 8–9 December 2025 at JW Marriott. The summit will bring together over 2,000 government officials, investors, industry leaders, and innovators from around the globe. Co-located with Trescon’s CARE (Climate Action & Renewable Energy) series, DATE KSA will highlight advancements in AI, blockchain, quantum computing, BioTech, HealthTech, FinTech, metaverse, and extended reality, all aligned with Saudi national priorities in health, education, smart cities, public services, and sustainability.
“We are honoured to bring this global platform to Riyadh, to support the Kingdom’s vision of building a world-leading digital economy, powered by innovation and inclusive growth,” said Mohammed Saleem, Founder and Chairman, Trescon. DATE KSA will also spotlight women in tech, reflecting the region’s commitment to inclusive innovation.
Driving Innovation Across Sectors
Recent DATE Dialogues emphasized Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 digital agenda, covering AI adoption, scaling, governance, and regulation. Insights from NVIDIA, Accenture, The Kanoo Group, and Magure set the stage for the Riyadh summit.
“The share of Saudi manufacturing sector in the GDP is about 12%, and the target by 2030 is 20%. This target would be challenging without adopting and fostering innovation as it is critical for sustainability and growth,” said Dr. Omar Alharbi, Chief Innovation Expert, Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, who will be speaking at DATE KSA.
“AI, digital platforms, and connected technologies are transforming healthcare, expanding access, enhancing diagnostics, and streamlining workflows,” added Dr. Tamara Sunbul, CEO, Fakeeh Care Group. Other prominent speakers include Engr. Mansour Alobaid, Hamdan Z Alshammari, Hany Elosman, Dr. Fatmah Baothman, among others.
Connecting Talent, Investment, and Impact
Saudi Arabia’s digital economy attracted $750 million in VC funding in 2024, accounting for nearly 40% of all MENA deals with 178 transactions. In H1 alone, the Kingdom captured 54% of the region’s total funding, highlighting its growing influence as a tech hub. Industry partners showcasing solutions at DATE KSA include Magure, EY, Demandify, KonfHub, Fia Ventures, and Trescon Foundation, while association partners feature STARFINDO, FinTech Armenia, Digital Niger, African Smart Cities Innovation Foundation, XR the Moroccan Association, Women in Big Data Dubai, and others.
Each DATE edition hosts the FutureTech World Cup, Innovation Programme, Launchpad, and Jobs Initiative, connecting emerging talent with companies shaping the MENA digital-first economy. “DATE is designed to be a platform for impact — where policies turn into partnerships, and ideas lead to implementation,” said Naveen Bharadwaj, Group CEO of Trescon. “Saudi Arabia’s leadership in AI and tech adoption sets a clear example for the region, and DATE KSA will contribute meaningfully to this journey.”
For more information or to register as a speaker, sponsor, or exhibitor, visit https://datewithtech.com/saudiarabia/. For media enquiries, contact Shadi Dawi, Director – PR & Media, at +971 55 498 4989 or shadi@tresconglobal.com.
