Entrepreneurship World Cup Global Finals

The Global Finals of the Entrepreneurship World Cup 2025 (EWC) are at Biban Forum 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as part of Global Entrepreneurship Week. The sixth edition of the competition brings together 100 promising startups with investors, government leaders and ecosystem partners in a showcase of entrepreneurial talent and global ambition.

The finals are staged at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center under the theme “Global Destination for Opportunities”, signaling Saudi Arabia’s ambition to strengthen its position as a global hub for innovation. 

From a pool of over 10,300 applications from 169 countries, the top 100 startups have been selected to compete across 16 sectors, supported by 64 global ecosystem partners. 

These finalists will vie for a prize pool in excess of US$1.5 million and, more importantly, access to investors, mentors, and global market connections. 

• What to Expect
  • Dynamic live pitching: Founders will present on-stage before an international judging panel, showcasing business models that span health tech, agri-tech, communications, space, industry and more.
  • Networking + deal-making: With over 140,000 attendees from 150+ countries expected at the broader forum, the event offers rich opportunities for connection among founders, investors, corporates and policy-makers.
  • Workshops + ecosystem activation: Side sessions and interactive workshops will equip participating founders with tools to scale — including mentorship, training, investment readiness and access to regional infrastructure.
  • Global spotlight + local context: The event aligns with Saudi Vision 2030, reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s broader strategy to diversify its economy by growing its SME and startup ecosystem.