LEAP East

Thank you to everyone who made LEAP East 2026 an unforgettable inaugural edition. A special thank you to the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) and the Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau (ITIB) of the Hong Kong SAR Government for their vision, partnership and continued support in bringing this global technology platform to life. To our speakers, exhibitors, sponsors, partners and every attendee who joined us, thank you for being part of this milestone. See you at LEAP East 2027. #LEAPEAST #LEAPEAST2027 #OneLeapAway

A city that never stops moving. A tech community that keeps pushing forward. Into New Worlds. 🌏 #LEAPEast #IntoNewWorlds

Incoming call from LEAP East… 📞 Hong Kong gave us plenty of moments worth answering for. Swipe through, pick up the call and relive a few favorites from LEAP East 2026. #LEAPEast #IntoNewWorlds #HongKong

Robots are roaming the streets of Hong Kong 🤖

Different countries. Different stories. One global community. People traveled from every corner of the world to Hong Kong for three unforgettable days at LEAP East. Different backgrounds, one shared experience. #LEAPEast

Big ideas. Even bigger ambition. 🚀 The Rocket Fuel East pitch competition put some of our most exciting startups under the spotlight at LEAP East. Founders stepped up to pitch bold solutions, field tough questions from top investors, and claim their moment on stage. Swipe through for a look at the high-stakes moments that made this competition unforgettable. 📸

When Saudi ambition met Hong Kong’s global energy. At LEAP East, Saudi ambition connected with Hong Kong’s dynamic global energy. By bringing leading innovators, investors, and organizations into the heart of Asia-Pacific, we opened up unprecedented avenues for global tech and investment growth. This cross-regional collaboration was one of the defining chapters of our debut event in Hong Kong. #LEAPEast

Founders, ideas and conversations in motion. The startup zone at LEAP East 2026 was packed with bold founders, insightful conversations, and high-impact sessions. It was inspiring to see innovators from across Asia, the Middle East, and beyond building the future together. Here are a few moments capturing the spirit of our startup community. #LEAPEast

Work hard, connect harder. LEAP East Nights brought the community together in the iconic district of Lan Kwai Fong for an evening of great conversations and a chance to enjoy Hong Kong beyond the show floor. Because sometimes the best connections happen after hours.

Where ideas become strategic enterprise. At the inaugural LEAP East, Elm and Huawei signed a landmark MoU focused on joint development in AI, smart city applications, and digital infrastructure. A powerful testament to the expanding collaboration between Saudi Arabia and Asia, and proof of the concrete outcomes generated when global tech leaders connect. #LEAPEast #IntoNewWorlds

A packed hall. One defining statement. Music, movement, and celebration transformed the Main Stage as LEAP East officially opened its doors in Hong Kong. More than a grand opening, this high-energy launch set the tone for an extraordinary inaugural edition, bringing global delegates together to celebrate innovation, connection, and the future of tech. This was the energy that started it all, and the momentum hasn't stopped since. #LEAPEast #IntoNewWorlds

Building bridges across ecosystems. At the inaugural LEAP East, the Saudi Pavilion served as a focal point for global collaboration, bringing together innovators and leaders driving Saudi Arabia’s digital future while deepening strategic ties across Asia-Pacific. One of many moments that defined an unforgettable first edition. #LEAPEast #IntoNewWorlds

Congratulations to our Rocket Fuel LEAP East 2026 Winners🥳🏆 🥇 ROTOBOOST (🇫🇮) – Winner – USD $70,000 🥈 Uvera Inc. (🇸🇦) – Runner-up – USD $20,000 🥉 MEINONG ROBOT CO., LTD. (🇭🇰) – Third Place – USD $10,000 #LEAPEAST

From Hong Kong to the world, thank you for making the first LEAP East unforgettable. See you at LEAP East 2027.

Annabelle Mander, Executive Vice President at Tahaluf and Co-Creator of LEAP, closed the inaugural edition of LEAP East by reaffirming LEAP’s long-term commitment to Hong Kong and the region. From the stage, Annabelle thanked MCIT, ITIB and HKTB for their partnership and celebrated the announcement of a new three-year commitment to continue growing LEAP East as the leading platform connecting Saudi Arabia, Hong Kong and the wider Asian technology ecosystem. When LEAP makes a commitment, we deliver. See you all in Hong Kong, 8–10 December 2027.

The conversation around financing Asia’s next wave of growth is underway. Thank you to Adam Shaw, Cliff Chau (ewpartners), John C. Lee (UBS), and Johnson Chui (Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited) for sharing their perspectives on financing cross-border growth, investment and building the partnerships that help businesses scale across Asia.

Last chance to grab your LEAP East merch. Stop by before it’s gone. 📍Hall 1

Hear from Simon Chan, BBS, JP, Chairman of Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited, on why LEAP East is set to bring together the innovators, investors, and decision-makers shaping the future of APAC.

🎉 Congratulations to our finalists! A huge round of applause to: 🇸🇦 Uvera Inc. 🇭🇰 MEINONG ROBOT CO., LTD. 🇸🇬 Forte Biotech 🇫🇮 ROTOBOOST 🇨🇳 GenEditBio Limited 🇸🇦 Nuxera Health Tech Collectively, they represent: 🌍 6 finalists from 5 countries 🏭 4 industry sectors 👩 4 of the 6 finalists are female-founded 🚀 3 Seed-stage and 3 Series A startups These pioneering startups showcase the diversity, ambition and innovation driving the future of technology. Congratulations to all our finalists—we can’t wait to see what’s next. #LEAPEast #RocketFuel #Startup #Innovation #OneLEAPAway #IntoNewWorlds

The conversations shaping tomorrow start here. Join us at the Main Stage for inspiring keynotes, bold ideas, and insights from the leaders driving the future of technology. Meet us at the Main Stage. #LEAPEast #OneLEAPAway #IntoNewWorlds