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Futuristic Riyadh cityscape at dusk, showcasing global talent and technological innovation, symbolizing the growth of the Middle Eastern startup ecosystem.
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Middle Eastern startups attract global talent, driving ecosystem growth

Over 15,000 international attendees, including investors from Silicon Valley and London, converged at LEAP 2024 in Riyadh, signaling a dramatic shift in global tech's center of gravity, according to H

Ethan Calder·July 4, 2026
Futuristic Seoul cityscape at dusk, symbolizing South Korea's ambition to attract global tech talent with new founder visas.
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South Korea's new founder visas aim to attract global talent

Last year, South Korea ranked fourth among 38 OECD countries in terms of AI talent outflow, a significant loss for a nation aiming to lead in technology.

Ethan Calder·April 29, 2026