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Up to $2m Pledged to 13 Fintech Startups at Biban Investors’ Arena

Up to $2m Pledged to 13 Fintech Startups at Biban Investors’ Arena

37 investment intentions worth SR7.4 million were recorded during day two of the Biban Forum 2025, directed toward 13 fintech startups.
RIYADH: The Investors' Arena at Biban Forum 2025 witnessed 37 investment intentions on its second day, amounting to a total of SR7.4 million ($1.97 million).

These intentions were specifically targeted towards 13 innovative fintech startups following their live pitches in front of an audience consisting of investors and industry experts.

This event highlights the thriving investment landscape within Saudi Arabia as well as the well-developed business models presented by the participating startups.According to the Saudi Press Agency, the Investors' Arena serves as a key component of the Biban Forum, providing an interactive platform that unites entrepreneurs with investors.

It facilitates the showcasing of cutting-edge solutions and business models, encourages immediate meetings that open doors to funding opportunities and strategic partnerships, and aids companies in better understanding market trends while refining their products and expansion strategies.Biban 2025 is dedicated to fostering a dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem rooted in innovation and sustainability through specialized programs and initiatives aimed at enhancing entrepreneurial capabilities and empowering small and medium-sized enterprises.

The forum featured over 85 workshops led by local and international experts, focusing on areas such as finance and investment, management, marketing, digital transformation, and global expansion.

Additionally, it showcased more than 10,000 investment opportunities via the Forsah platform.Organized by the Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority, Biban Forum 2025 is held at the Riyadh Front Exhibition and Conference Center under the theme "A Global Destination for Opportunities".

It brings together over 200 local and international speakers, 1,000 exhibitors representing entrepreneurs, investors, and experts from more than 150 countries around the world.
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