Important Facts of the News
- 47 startups showcased their ideas on Day One of Biban Forum 2025 in Riyadh.
- Forum is organised by the Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority (Monsha’at).
- Participating accelerators included Amad Tech, The Garage, BLOOSM, Orbit and 500 Global.
- Key sectors: payments, digital services, logistics, supply chain, business solutions, education, digital health, AI, cloud and real estate tech.
- Pitching Stage aimed at connecting founders with investors and enabling entities.
Startup Pitches Mark Dynamic Start at Riyadh Forum
The Biban Forum 2025 opened in Riyadh with an energetic first day as 47 emerging companies presented their concepts directly to potential investors and enablers at the dedicated Pitching Stage. Hosted by the Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority (Monsha’at), the forum aims to support promising entrepreneurs in scaling their ideas into viable businesses within Saudi Arabia and internationally.
Accelerators Bring Diverse Innovation to the Spotlight
Startups participating at the event were supported by well-known local and international accelerators. Each accelerator group highlighted a different set of solutions addressing current market needs across sectors.
Amad Tech: Digital Efficiency and Business Growth
The Amad Tech group featured young companies working on payments, digital services, logistics and supply chain systems. Their offerings focused on improving business efficiency, raising compliance standards and expanding market access for clients.
The Garage: Education and User-Centric Digital Platforms
The Garage cohort introduced applied solutions related to education technology, digital platforms and business support. Their projects were built around enhancing user experience and strengthening how service providers and users interact across digital channels.
BLOOSM: Data-Driven Solutions and Advanced Tech
Startups under BLOOSM showcased models in advanced technology, digital health and data-powered business tools. Their solutions highlighted the value of automation, data-led decision making and improved customer experience across multiple sectors.
Orbit: Practical Tech for Evolving Markets
Orbit focused on practical applications in logistics, cloud technology, smart outsourcing and property technology. Their showcased innovations aligned with shifting market priorities and supported faster routes for companies to reach end-users.
500 Global: Scalable Ventures With Global Potential
International accelerator 500 Global presented companies growing in fields such as artificial intelligence, digital health, enterprise services and consumer content. Their portfolio emphasised scalability along with proven early success and readiness to expand to wider markets.
Pitching Stage Creates Pathways for Collaboration
The Pitching Stage functioned as a direct link between founders and investors. Through targeted presentations and focused meetings, participants were able to gather insights on market direction, understand investment expectations and explore funding options. The platform also encouraged the formation of strategic partnerships to help startups transform ideas into fully scalable services suited for Saudi Arabia and global markets.