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Designing cities that start with people
Jonathan Reichental on building human-centred cities, smarter innovation, and leading through constant change.
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Will agentic AI become your travel agent?
Agentic AI is changing travel tech – and creating new opportunities for entrepreneurs to build customer relationships and platform loyalty.
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From transactions to belonging: the evolution of travel tech
Andrew Fenner (Director General at WYSE Travel Confederation) on youth travel, AI, and building platforms for the future of global mobility.
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An algorithm that thinks like a creative director
How researchers are beginning to design AI systems that deliberately search for new ideas – to enable AI-powered innovation.
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The 12 styles problem: why AI struggles with true creativity
A recent experiment let AI generate art without human prompts – and shows why AI can only make art with the direction of a creative human.
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The day we stop calling them AI startups
As AI spreads across industries, the idea of an ‘AI startup’ may disappear. Here’s why infrastructure technologies change how startups differentiate.
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The future of wearables is emotional
Researcher Dr. Beste Özcan explores emotionally intelligent wearables, transitional companions, and why the future of technology may depend on designing for relationships.
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72 hours later: what happens after the demo?
The 72 hours after a tech event determine ROI. Here’s how to turn LEAP conversations into partnerships, momentum and measurable outcomes.
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Why physical tech is making a comeback
Why in-person tech events matter more than ever. Data from McKinsey, Forrester and Microsoft explains the return to physical connection.
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The return of hard problems
After years of software-led growth, tech is shifting toward semiconductors, energy systems, robotics and advanced materials. We’re talking about why hard problems are back, and how ecosystems like LEAP will help solve them.
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KAFD: A district designed for the future
Learn why King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) is where capital, culture and connectivity converge in Riyadh – and join us for a LEAP Nights tour.
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Trust happens after 7pm
How LEAP Nights gives you the opportunity to have deep conversations and build trust with the right people.
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Five years of LEAP: from idea to world-changing platform
As LEAP approaches its fifth edition, this is a moment to recognise the people and partnerships that turned an idea into a platform – and to look ahead to what comes next.
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Why the future of global sports tech is being prototyped in Saudi Arabia
Why Saudi Arabia is emerging as a testbed for global sports tech – from smart venues and esports to system-level innovation at LEAP 2026.
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Not just sponsorship: how sport is being rebuilt by tech
How sports tech is moving beyond sponsorship into core infrastructure – transforming performance, venues and fan engagement at LEAP 2026 Sports Tech Hub.
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Why CoLAB works: how global brands use events to enter new markets
Learn how global brands use events to enter new markets. Build trust and accelerate relevance through CoLAB collaborations at LEAP.