GITEX Global 2024 set to showcase unique innovation this October
9 co-located shows in the lineup
Innovation and technological prowess will feature prominently at the upcoming edition of GITEX Global 2024 in Dubai City.
Hosted by Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), the upcoming 44th edition of the show is poised to benchmark its status as the world’s foremost tech exhibition in 2024, split as it is, into GITEX Global, taking place at DWTC from October 14-18, 2024, and Expand North Star, taking place at Dubai Harbour from October 13-16, 2024.
For over four decades, the GITEX Dubai platform has been the premier rendezvous for tech visionaries, investors, and enthusiasts, fostering collaboration and showcasing groundbreaking advancements that shape the future.
With over 30 expansive halls, this year’s colossal event will host diverse global tech giants and innovative startups, each showcasing cutting-edge developments in AI, cybersecurity, mobility, sustainable tech, and more, as global IT spending in 2024 is expected to hit $5.6 trillion, denoting an 8.9% growth compared to 2023.
The content-rich event promises 160,000+ attendees five exhilarating days crammed with conferences, live-action workshops, concierge networking, and strategic business partnerships.
Co-located shows
Central to GITEX Global 2024 are its nine co-located shows, each focusing on distinct aspects of technological advancement: GITEX Global, AI Everything, GITEX Impact, Future Urbanism, GLOBAL DevSlam, Expand North Star, Fintech Surge, Future Blockchain Summit, and Marketing Mania.
These nine shows will serve as hubs of innovation, collaboration, and discovery, offering attendees real-world applications and insights into transformative technologies.
In partnership with AI Everything, GITEX Global 2024 will host some of the largest and most innovative AI companies worldwide alongside researchers, inventors, and academia, all at the forefront of AI technology.
Attendees can expect groundbreaking conferences featuring world leaders in AI, opportunities to engage with startups driving AI development and insights into the projected $17.3 trillion contribution of AI to the global economy by 2030.
“GITEX Global is more than just an exhibition; it is a global phenomenon that brings together exhibitors and visitors from over 170 countries,” an organiser noted, highlighting the event’s international appeal and significance. With over 170,000 visitors expected to attend, GITEX Global is set to be a pivotal platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and business expansion.
Renowned speakers
This year’s event will feature hundreds of renowned tech speakers from around the globe, offering high-impact insights into the latest advancements in AI, including natural language processing, generative AI, and machine learning. Concurrent networking sessions will facilitate connections between investors and promising tech startups, fostering potential collaborations and innovations.
GITEX Global 2024 will also champion AI education and development through mentorship programmes, scholarships, and internships to nurture the next generation of AI pioneers.
The event will also serve as a vital platform for PhD aspirants in AI to showcase their research and forge connections within the global AI community.
Moreover, certified workshops led by top-tier AI and data science experts will provide attendees with technical and thought-provoking insights, ensuring participants have the latest knowledge and skills in AI and data science.
GITEX Global 2024 is a ticketed event, bookings for which are now open:
- Visitor: Early bird offer expires on August 31, 2024: AED400
- Delegate: AED500
- Premium (limited to 50 tickets): AED10,000
- All-access conference: AED4,000. AED3,000 early bird offer expires on August 31, 2024
- Expand North Star + conference: AED2,000. AED1,500 early bird offer expires on August 31, 2024
- GLOBAL DevSlam: AED700. AED600 early bird offer expires on August 31, 2024
- Workshop: AED600. AED500 early bird offer expires on August 31, 2024
With GITEX Global Dubai as the flagship annual event, the GITEX Global series includes:
- GITEX Africa (Morocco): May 29-31, 2024
- GITEX Asia (Singapore): April 23-25, 2025
- GITEX Europe (Berlin): May 21-23, 2025
Featured image: GITEX Global 2024 in Dubai will be the biggest tech show of 2024. Credit: Arnold Pinto
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