The Saudi Media Innovation Bootcamp (Saudi MIB), one of the initiatives of the Saudi Media Forum 2027, has pushed back its registration deadline to October 15, citing a rising wave of interest from innovators and media industry professionals, according to a statement carried by the Saudi Press Agency. The extension opens a wider window for applicants seeking to join the program and compete within a framework that brings together local and international expertise under the forum's umbrella.
In its third edition, the bootcamp is built around three tracks: AI-augmented journalism, smart content production, and intelligent virtual broadcasters. The program combines training, mentorship, and hands-on development through specialized workshops and sessions led by figures from media, technology, and entrepreneurship, with the aim of moving participants' ideas from concept to more mature, scalable projects.
The decision to extend registration reflects the bootcamp's push to surface talent and develop media solutions that keep pace with global industry shifts, while connecting local capabilities with international practices and opening new avenues for cooperation and knowledge exchange. The program is positioned as part of the groundwork for the third edition of the Saudi Media Forum 2027, which is expected to draw a broader international presence through initiatives and programs designed to anticipate the future of the industry and support innovation.