Future of Media Exhibition (FOMEX)
The Future of Media Exhibition (FOMEX) is an exhibition that brings together professionals and enthusiasts in the fields of media and cinema to exchange ideas and showcase the latest technological developments and innovations across various media sectors. Its first edition was launched in 2022 in Riyadh.
Future of Media Exhibition objectives
The Future of Media Exhibition (FOMEX) aims to support the exchange of best practices in the media sector, build a professional network that strengthens media connections locally and globally, empower media talent to shape the future of global media, and create regional and international investment and collaboration opportunities. The exhibition brings together local and international companies that showcase the latest developments in the media field.
Future of Media Exhibition programs
The Future of Media Exhibition features pavilions from various countries and diverse activities, including seminars, workshops, and programs that promote audiovisual productions. These events are conducted by specialists in editing, film production, photography, virtual and augmented reality, and 'stand-up' comedy. The exhibition also attracts numerous media professionals from around the world.
Future of Media Exhibition 2022
The first edition, held in Riyadh City from November 10-12, 2022, saw the attendance of one thousand media professionals and one hundred exhibitors spread across approximately 150 pavilions from around the world. The exhibition included seminars, engineering workshops, and programming sessions to promote audiovisual productions. These events featured participation from specialists in filmmaking, editing, photography, and film production.
Future of Media Exhibition 2024
The second edition took place in Riyadh City from February 19-21, 2024. The event attracted two hundred local and international companies that showcased the latest trends in content creation, development, production, broadcasting, content management, and post-production. This edition included more than sixty panel discussions, with the participation of 150 local and international speakers.
During the exhibition, the Ministry of Media launched the digital platform for Saudipedia, intended to serve as a comprehensive knowledge reference about Saudi Arabia and the primary source of Saudi information in multiple languages.
Future of Media Exhibition 2025
The Future of Media Exhibition (FOMEX) 2025, held as part of the Saudi Media Forum from February 19–21, 2025, featured the participation of approximately 150 local, regional, and international companies, including Google, Microsoft, Netflix, Amazon Prime, Reuters, and Bloomberg. The exhibition witnessed the signing of agreements supporting digital transformation and media production.
The exhibition was divided into three main zones: the Advanced Technologies Zone, the Artificial Intelligence Zone, and the Media Production Zone.
Future of Media Exhibition 2026
The Future of Media Exhibition (FOMEX) 2026 was held as part of the Saudi Media Forum from February 2–4, 2026, in Riyadh, with the participation of approximately 250 local and international companies. Dedicated exhibition spaces were allocated for companies to showcase their media innovations and technologies and to establish strategic partnerships aimed at developing the future media ecosystem.
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- Name
- Future of Media Exhibition.
- Classification
- Art, technology, and media exhibition.
- Headquarters
- The capital, Riyadh.
- First edition
- 2022.
- Among the objectives
- Supporting the exchange of best practices in the media sector.
- Participants
- Media professionals from various countries and both local and international companies.
Table of contents
Info Box
- Name
- Future of Media Exhibition.
- Classification
- Art, technology, and media exhibition.
- Headquarters
- The capital, Riyadh.
- First edition
- 2022.
- Among the objectives
- Supporting the exchange of best practices in the media sector.
- Participants
- Media professionals from various countries and both local and international companies.