The Startup Ecosystem of Riyadh
Riyadh has 57 startups in our sample database which represents about 59% of Saudi Arabia’s sampled startups. Riyadh is the highest-ranked startup ecosystem in Saudi Arabia.
CITY RANKING
In 2023, the startup scene of Riyadh developed considerably and increased in the Global Ecosystem Index by 99 spots.
National Ranking
In Saudi Arabia
Regional Ranking
In Middle East
Global Ranking
Worldwide
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The Startup Ecosystem in Riyadh
Global Rank
Riyadh is ranked within the top 200 startup ecosystems globally.
Top Industries
Riyadh’s startups excel particularly in Fintech where it ranks 96 and in Ecommerce & Retail, and Transportation. Find out more
Top Cities for Startups in Saudi Arabia - Ranked by StartupBlink
| 2023 National Rank & Change | City | Global Rank & Change | Total Score | Quantity Score | Quality Score | Business Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st 0 | 155th + 98 | 4.181 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
2nd 0 | 394th - 9 | 0.846 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
3rd 0 | 545th + 18 | 0.424 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 |
Startups
Notable Startups in Riyadh
Startups
Successful Fintech startups in Riyadh
Startups
Startups Ranking by Industry
On our map, you can explore a total of 16 startups for Fintech.
The Ecommerce & Retail industry in Riyadh is ranked 106 globally. There are 14 startups for Ecommerce & Retail on our sample database and map.
Transportation is ranked 117th in the world. Our database contains 11 startups for this industry.
ECOSYSTEM
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Overview
Within Riyadh there is an increased attraction for entrepreneurs to set up their startups in industries such as Fintech, Ecommerce & Retail, Transportation. These three industries represent about 72% of the startups represented on the Startup Ecosystem Map of Riyadh.
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Overview
Riyadh is Saudi Arabia's 1st best startup ecosystem and is ranked 5th in Middle East. With a population of 2M - 10M people, Riyadh is ranked 155th in the world. The city has some notable startup success stories including stc pay.
ECOSYSTEM
Startup Infrastructure in Riyadh
Accelerators
SURE International Technology
Falak Business Hub
Riyadh Valley Company
Coworking Spaces
Regus - Riyadh, Al Olaya
Spaces - Riyadh, Riyadh Park
Regus - Riyadh, Al Malqa
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