Riyadh: The Saudi Media Forum 2026 recorded an unprecedented global achievement after attracting 65,603 visitors, earning official recognition from Guinness World Records and reinforcing its status as a leading international platform in the media sector.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the milestone was announced during the forum's closing ceremony, which also featured the honoring of partners and sponsors, as well as the presentation of the Saudi Media Award, in a celebratory atmosphere that reflected the strong momentum generated throughout the event.
Over the course of the forum, thousands of media professionals, content creators, experts, entrepreneurs, and decision-makers from inside and outside the Kingdom gathered in Riyadh, transforming the capital into a global hub for media dialogue. The program highlighted the latest developments in content production, artificial intelligence, digital media, and future business models, underscoring the profound transformation underway in Saudi Arabia's media sector.
This record-breaking turnout was the result of a high-quality agenda featuring dialogue sessions, specialized workshops, and interactive technology exhibitions that combined media innovation with advanced technologies. These activities fostered an open knowledge environment for exchanging expertise and exploring the future of mass communication and influence.
The forum's entry into Guinness World Records marks the culmination of a remarkable journey that has positioned it among the most prominent media gatherings in the region and globally. It also reinforces the Kingdom's role as a regional hub for media dialogue and future-oriented initiatives, in line with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 to develop the creative economy, enhance soft power, and build a globally competitive media ecosystem.
Participants noted that the unprecedented attendance reflects the strong appetite among media professionals to keep pace with major industry transformations, forge cross-border partnerships, and advance content production tools to the highest professional and technical standards. With this achievement, the forum not only breaks records but also consolidates its standing as a global platform for media innovation and a testament to the rapid evolution of Saudi Arabia's media landscape.