Saudi Media Forum 2025 to Convene Global Media Leaders in Riyadh

Report By Syed Farzand Ali

Saudi Arabia will host the fourth edition of the Saudi Media Forum (SMF 2025) from February 19 to 21 in Riyadh, bringing together global media executives to discuss the future of media, technological innovations, and investment opportunities.

Billed as the world’s largest media gathering, SMF 2025 will focus on:

• AI-driven content creation & digital transformation
• Sustainable media practices & green energy adoption
• Saudi Arabia’s growing influence in gaming & sports
• Media strategies for the 2034 FIFA World Cup

The forum will feature 80 sessions and workshops with 200 media leaders and industry specialists, exploring AI-powered storytelling, immersive technologies, and the evolution of digital journalism.

Saudi Arabia’s strategic push to become a global media and digital innovation hub will be a key discussion point, with emphasis on government-backed initiatives driving technological advancements in broadcasting and interactive media.