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The Future of Capital is Being Built Here

Riyadh. September.

700+ investors, 11 sectors, 80+ verticals - and a dedicated program that puts you in the room with the people who can change everything.

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120+
STARTUP PODS
30
SCALEUP KIOSKS
700+
INVESTORS
$400K
MONEY SURGE PRIZE POOL
11
SECTORS
80+
VERTICALS
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Exclusive Investor Matchmaking
The only program where founders can book 1:1 investor meetings. Facilitated by our concierge team. Not available to any other pass type.
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MoneySurge Pitch Competition
Eligibility to pitch for $400,000 on the Main Stage. No equity. No strings. 25 founders selected with 1:1 coaching and media engagement.
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Venturescape & Power Hours
Invite-only access to meet banks, regulators, government entities, and the region's most active investors and operators.
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Founder Bootcamps & Clinics
Expert-led sessions on regulation, fundraising, hiring, and expanding into Saudi Arabia and the wider region.
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Startup & Scaleup Badges
Early venue access, parking, shuttle buses, and premium app features for your full team.
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Visibility & Lead Generation
Company profile on the event app, featured in the startup directory sent to all investors, and social media spotlight.
Which Stage Are You?
Fintech Startups
Startup Pod
Early-stage fintech · 2x2 ready-built · 5 badges · 120 spotsYour anchor on the show floor. Showcase your product, meet investors face to face, and leave Riyadh with deals — not just business cards.
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Scaleup Kiosk
Growth-stage fintech · 3x3 ready-built · 15 badges · 30 spots only Everything in the Startup Pod, plus priority concierge matchmaking with 3 confirmed investor introductions, a Founder Spotlight Campaign, exclusive roundtable dialogues, and priority access to every room that matters.

$400,000. One Stage.
Zero Strings.

MoneySurge is the region's most prestigious fintech pitch competition. Apply as part of the program and you could be one of 25 founders on the main stage — pitching to the investors, regulators, and financial institutions shaping the future of money.

Be among 25 startups from the region and beyond pitch their ideas in force, bringing fresh ideas, disruptive models, and the kind of energy that keeps the industry on its toes.

  • $400k Prize Pool

  • 25 Founders Selected

  • 3 Awards

  • 0% Equity 

  • 3 Minute Pitch, 3 Minute Q&A 

Note: MoneySurge is exclusively open to Startup Pod and Scaleup Kiosk participants - another reason to secure your spot.

MoneySurge Stage

Prize Money

The competition offers a total prize pool of $400K, awarded to three companies: 

  • $200K – Best In Show 
  • $100K – Fintech For Good 
  • $100K – Fintech To Watch

Semi-Finals - Top 25 

Round 1 
Capital Stage | September 14 | 13 Startups 

Round 2 
Capital Stage | September 15 | 12 Startups

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Don't Believe Us — Hear From Last Year's Founders  

The founders who were in the room last year came back with deals, investments, and partnerships. Here's what they said.

“Money20/20 was a transformative event for Orbii. Winning the overall FinTech award opened doors to meaningful partnerships and leads that have already turned into deals. A rare platform that combines visibility, credibility, and tangible business outcomes at this scale.”

moneysurge pitch winners
Nauman Ali, Money20/20 ME 2025 Overall
CEO
Orbii

“Winning the Seed Award at Money20/20 Riyadh was a defining milestone for RABEH, connecting us with top investors, strategic partners, and the region's most innovative FinTech community — a true catalyst for our next growth chapter.”

moneysurge seed award winner
Mohammed Alsolami, Seed 20/20 Award Winner
Founder & CEO
RABEH