The "Biban 2025" Forum Attracts More Than 900 Startups from Around the World
Under the slogan "A Global Destination for Opportunities", the "Biban 2025" Forum will open its doors from November 5 to 8 at the Riyadh Front for Exhibitions and Conferences, with a wide qualitative participation of more than 900 startups from various parts of the world within the "Startup Gate", organized by the Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority "Monsha'at".
The "gate" includes 840 startups, along with 32 local business incubators and 32 global incubators and accelerators, covering diverse vital fields, most notably: information and communication technology, education, environment, arts, and entertainment.
The program features the opportunity for startups to showcase their projects and products through a presentation platform in front of a select group of investors, and these companies also participate in the World Cup for Entrepreneurship events.
The organizers clarified that the "Startup Gate" provides exhibitors the opportunity to appear on the "Biban Talks" stage to share their experiences and build open dialogues with forum visitors from various sectors and interests.
In addition, the participation of more than 70 entrepreneurial support entities, including incubators, accelerators, and supporting companies, contributes to providing a comprehensive package of services and solutions aimed at creating an inclusive entrepreneurial environment under one roof.
Among the most prominent initiatives presented at this year's forum is the "Startup Gateway – Expansion to Saudi Arabia", which is an initiative dedicated to supporting international startups wishing to enter the Saudi market.
Regarding the objectives of the initiative, the organizers indicated that it "provides valuable information and practical resources to help entrepreneurs prepare for expansion in the Kingdom", with the participation of representatives from supporting entities in both the public and private sectors, "to facilitate the entry process for international startups into the Saudi market, and guide them with clear and studied steps towards expansion and enhancing growth opportunities in both the local and regional markets."
