GITEX INTERPLAYS WITH AI ECOSYSTEM
GITEX GLOBAL 2024, the world’s largest tech event, took place at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from October 14-18. The 44th edition of the event attracted a record-breaking number of participants, including over 6,500 exhibitors, 1,800 startups, and 1,200 investors from more than 180 countries. The show served as a platform for governments, industry leaders, and innovators to explore the latest advancements in technology and foster international collaboration.
During the event, attendees had the opportunity to witness cutting-edge technologies and gain insights into future trends that are shaping the global tech landscape. GITEX GLOBAL 2023’s success further solidifies Dubai’s position as a hub for technology innovation and a key player in the global technology arena.
GITEX GLOBAL 2024, held under the theme ‘Global Collaboration to Forge a Future AI Economy,’ brought together a diverse range of participants, including the world’s largest technology enterprises, governments, investors, experts, startups, academia, and researchers. The event showcased an expanded program positioning the UAE as a global epicenter for AI innovation.
The conference featured a series of engaging sessions, discussions, and presentations focused on artificial intelligence and its role in shaping the future economy. The diverse lineup of speakers and attendees fostered thought-provoking conversations, exploring ways to harness the power of AI for positive change and sustainable growth across various industries.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, attended GITEX Global 2024, the world’s largest tech and startup event held at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). His Highness toured the event, which showcased cutting-edge technological advancements from various sectors and facilitated knowledge exchange between industry leaders, innovators, and government officials.
Sheikh Mohammed’s presence at GITEX Global 2024 emphasized the UAE’s commitment to embracing technology and innovation, fostering sustainable growth, and solidifying the nation’s position as a global hub for the digital economy. The event provided a platform for participants to network, explore potential collaborations, and contribute to the advancement of the global technology landscape.
Speaking on the occasion of the global event, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum said, “As the UAE embarks on a new phase of economic growth, driven by strategic investments in future industries, the nation is rapidly consolidating its position as a global hub for advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence. We have a clear vision to advance the UAE’s leadership in the global digital and technology landscape, making it the world’s most future-ready nation. The remarkable increase in international participation at GITEX Global is a testament to this vision. By fostering a culture of innovation and excellence, we are unlocking new opportunities for both established industry players and emerging entrepreneurs to grow and thrive. While we remain dedicated to nurturing homegrown talent and expertise, we are equally focused on forging strong partnerships with global technology leaders to accelerate progress and shape the future of this vital sector.”
“GITEX Global 2024 also further accelerates the growth and innovation momentum created by our recent strategic initiatives like the ‘Dubai Universal Blueprint for Artificial Intelligence’. As the world’s top-ranked destination for foreign direct investment in AI, Dubai is creating an environment that nurtures innovation and empowers companies to explore the vast potential of emerging technologies,” His Highness added,
During his visit to GITEX Global 2024, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, toured several key pavilions showcasing cutting-edge AI solutions and digital innovations. His Highness visited the pavilions of Etisalat, Huawei, H3C, Oracle, G42, Microsoft, and IBM, engaging with industry leaders and experts to explore the latest advancements in artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and digital transformation.
Sheikh Mohammed’s presence at GITEX Global 2024 emphasized the UAE’s commitment to embracing technology and innovation, fostering sustainable growth, and reinforcing Dubai’s position as a global hub for the digital economy. His visits to the pavilions of leading technology companies highlighted the importance of collaboration and knowledge exchange in shaping the future of the technology sector and driving innovation across various industries.
GITEX Global 2024 is set to play a crucial role in supporting the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, an ambitious plan that aims to double the emirate’s GDP and generate an annual AED100 billion contribution from digital transformation by 2033.
The event serves as a platform for fostering partnerships, showcasing innovative technologies, and driving the growth of the digital economy. As a global hub for technology and innovation, GITEX Global 2024 will attract key players from around the world, facilitating knowledge exchange and collaboration to achieve the ambitious goals set forth in the Dubai Economic Agenda D33.
Sheikh Mohammed’s visits to the pavilions of leading technology companies at the event further emphasized the significance of GITEX Global 2024 in contributing to the emirate’s economic growth and transformation, ultimately positioning Dubai as a global leader in the digital economy.
His Highness was accompanied on the tour by Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications; Helal Saeed Al Marri, Director-General of the Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism; and several directors general of government departments and senior officials.
GITEX Global 2024 witnessed a record-breaking international attendance, with a nearly 40% increase in participation compared to previous years. The event featured over 400 government and digital agencies, along with numerous new participants, showcasing groundbreaking tech innovations.
In addition to regular participants, several new countries debuted at GITEX Global 2024, contributing to its diverse and innovative atmosphere. The event offered over 120 hours of AI-focused content, highlighting its prominence in shaping the future economy.
The launch of the region’s largest Data Centre Symposium at GITEX Global 2024 set the stage for AI Everything Global 2025, further emphasizing the significance of this technology in the years to come.
GITEX GLOBAL 2024 served as a significant platform to strengthen collaborations and promote innovative solutions, ultimately contributing to the advancement of the AI sector in the UAE and beyond. The event’s success further solidified Dubai’s position as a key player in the global technology landscape, driving advancements and fostering partnerships to realize the potential of AI in the years to come.
His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Ports and Borders Security Council, attended the 44th edition of GITEX GLOBAL 2024, the world’s largest technology and startup event. During his visit, Sheikh Mansoor was briefed on the impressive showcase of leading global technology companies, startups, and innovations presented at the exhibition.
His attendance at the event signifies the importance of technology and innovation in shaping Dubai’s future and highlights the commitment of the leadership to support the growth of these sectors. As the Chairman of the Dubai Ports and Borders Security Council, Sheikh Mansoor’s visit also emphasizes the significance of technology in enhancing the city’s security and efficiency, ultimately contributing to its continued progress and development.
His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum was briefed about the remarkable lineup of global technology companies, startups, and entrepreneurs participating in GITEX GLOBAL 2024. This year’s event marks the largest in the show’s history, featuring extensive international representation and an impressive array of innovative offerings.
“As part of our commitment to accelerate innovation and boost Dubai’s investment appeal while solidifying its leadership in this sector, we actively invite startups from both domestic and international markets to join us in shaping an economic transformation driven by new technologies, especially Artificial Intelligence. GITEX Global has become an increasingly vital platform for cross-border collaboration. This year’s record level of international participation highlights the growing recognition of the need to forge new partnerships that will lead us to a future brimming with opportunities for everyone.”
Sheikh Mansoor’s attendance at GITEX GLOBAL highlights the commitment of Dubai’s leadership to support technology and innovation in the region. The event serves as a crucial platform for fostering collaboration and showcasing advancements that contribute to the growth and development of the emirate and the global technology landscape.
His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum emphasized the vital role of GITEX GLOBAL in bringing together leaders and innovators from the global technology industry, as per its theme ‘Global Collaboration to Forge a Future AI Economy.’ He also highlighted the significance of the event in shaping the future of the technology sector and its positive impact on other industries.
Furthermore, Sheikh Mansoor stressed the alignment of GITEX GLOBAL with the UAE’s National Digital Economy Strategy and the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, an ambitious plan to drive substantial economic value through digital transformation, contributing an average of AED100 billion annually to Dubai’s economy.
Sheikh Mansoor also commended GITEX GLOBAL’s role in advancing the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to position Dubai as a global hub for the digital economy. The event contributes to Dubai’s goal of becoming a key player in the international digital landscape and reinforces the city’s commitment to innovation and collaboration in the technology sector.
During his visit to GITEX GLOBAL 2024, Sheikh Mansoor toured the pavilions of key national entities, showcasing the latest advancements in technology and innovation. He visited the Dubai Government Pavilion, which featured an impressive lineup of government and private sector entities collaborating to drive the emirate’s digital transformation.
Other prominent pavilions on his tour included those of the Abu Dhabi Government, the UAE Cybersecurity Council, Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (du), and several essential organizations such as the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, Roads and Transport Authority, Dubai Municipality, Dubai Police, and Fortinet.
Sheikh Mansoor’s presence at GITEX GLOBAL 2024 demonstrated the leadership’s commitment to fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration across sectors, ultimately positioning Dubai as a global hub for the digital economy.
Sheikh Mansoor acknowledged the initiatives, projects, and services showcased by federal and local entities during GITEX GLOBAL 2024, highlighting the UAE’s leadership in digital transformation. These advanced applications reflect the nation’s commitment to fulfilling its leadership’s vision and affirming the UAE’s readiness for the future by leveraging technology to deliver high-quality, efficient, and reliable services.
Sheikh Mansoor also noted the remarkable 40% increase in international participation at GITEX GLOBAL this year, emphasizing the importance of strong collaborations with global partners in achieving strategic developmental goals across various sectors, particularly technology. He expressed Dubai’s dedication to fostering sustainable growth as a hub for new technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence, recognizing the significant potential and benefits these advancements bring to the emirate’s progress and innovation in all areas.
GITEX Global 2024 announced the launch of GITEX Editions, an initiative designed to support Dubai’s ambition of becoming the home of 30 start-up unicorns by 2030. This new platform will foster strategy and accelerate scale and global governance for high-growth companies, providing unparalleled opportunities for entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders.
GITEX Editions brought together the region’s most influential players to drive innovation and shape the future of the technology landscape. The confirmed speaker lineup included representatives from 8 fast-growing start-ups across 8 countries, with 3 of them backed by the European Innovation Council (EIC).
This inaugural edition of GITEX Editions took place alongside GITEX Global 2024, further solidifying the event’s position as the world’s largest technology exhibition and a hub for fostering collaboration, innovation, and growth in the global tech industry.
His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, visited GITEX Global 2024, emphasizing the event’s importance in driving technology innovation and positioning the UAE as a global tech hub.
During his visit, Sheikh Khaled highlighted the significance of GITEX Global as the world’s largest annual technology and startup exhibition, fostering partnerships and showcasing cutting-edge advancements that contribute to the nation’s economic growth and digital transformation. His presence at the event further solidified the UAE’s commitment to embracing technology and nurturing a culture of innovation.
Sheikh Khaled visited various national and local pavilions at GITEX Global 2024, receiving updates on the initiatives and projects being undertaken by participating entities to accelerate digital transformation across government services using cutting-edge AI and advanced technology solutions.His Highness also toured the Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC) pavilion, which showcased the council’s latest technological innovations aimed at advancing research and development in AI technologies. Additionally, Sheikh Khaled explored the pavilions of e& and Space42, a UAE-based company specializing in AI-powered space technology.
Sheikh Khaled’s visit to these pavilions underscored the importance of supporting local companies and fostering a thriving technology ecosystem in the UAE, ultimately driving the nation’s digital transformation and economic diversification.
His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited the Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI) pavilion at GITEX Global 2024. SAMI is a leading entity in the defense and security industry, demonstrating the importance of collaboration and knowledge exchange between nations to foster innovation and advancement in this critical sector.
Sheikh Khaled praised GITEX Global as the world’s largest annual technology and startup exhibition, reaffirming its achievements in strengthening Dubai and the UAE’s position as a global hub for digital transformation and advanced technologies. He emphasized that the event plays a crucial role in shaping future trends across key sectors by harnessing artificial intelligence and fostering innovation.
Through GITEX Global, the UAE continues to solidify its global standing as a leader in embracing cutting-edge technologies and shaping the future of the technology landscape.
Trixie LohMirmand, Executive Vice President of DWTC, said, “GITEX GLOBAL will see significant global collaborations and intensive engagements, creating competitive advantages in the race towards digital supremacy.”
“We’re seeing a nearly 40 per cent increase in international participation this year, reflecting the ambitions of young digital nations that are eager to make their mark on the global AI economy,” said Trixie LohMirmand, Executive Vice President of the Dubai World Trade Centre. “Through GITEX, we aim to propel the next generation of AI-driven technologies strategically.”
GITEX GLOBAL 2024 hosted the Middle East’s largest data centre gathering at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), highlighting the region’s commitment to becoming a global leader in the rapidly evolving data centre market. The event showcased cutting-edge technology and fostered discussions on future trends and investment opportunities within the industry.
The conference programme emphasized the significant impact of AI on data infrastructure, a driving force behind the rapidly growing billion-dollar global market. Industry experts and leading enterprises shared their insights on the future of hyperscale, modular, and edge data centres, captivating the audience with their innovative solutions and ideas.
Hassan Al Naqbi, CEO of Khazna Data Centers, emphasized the importance of expanding data centre infrastructure during a panel discussion at GITEX GLOBAL 2024. As the largest hyperscale wholesale data centre provider in the MENA region, Khazna Data Centers plays a critical role in fostering growth and innovation in the industry.Al Naqbi argued that an increased number of data centres not only drives market growth but also enhances capacity, enables talent development, and creates job opportunities to meet the rising demand for data centre services. By investing in data centre infrastructure and talent, the industry can better support the digital transformation of businesses and contribute to the region’s overall economic growth.
He said, “A lot of people think that data centres are not a job creation machine. However, data centres are vital for economies and have different roles involved. If you look at all the hyperscales, their data centres are having a huge impact on the economy as people can secure jobs which are vital for the day-to-day operations.”
As AI continues to transform businesses worldwide, the global data centre market is expected to reach USD $256 billion by the end of 2024 and soar to USD $775 billion by 2034. GITEX GLOBAL 2024 provided an invaluable platform for stakeholders to explore opportunities, discuss challenges, and collaborate on shaping the future of the data centre industry in the region and beyond.
Industry experts at GITEX GLOBAL 2024 stressed the significance of integrating sustainable practices in the development of future data centres. As the data centre industry continues to evolve and enable next-generation technology solutions and services, it is crucial to prioritize environmental responsibility and minimize the ecological footprint of these facilities.By adopting green initiatives and energy-efficient technologies, data centres can reduce their environmental impact while continuing to meet the increasing demand for advanced digital infrastructure. This approach not only supports the growth of the industry but also contributes to global efforts in addressing climate change and promoting long-term sustainability.
GITEX GLOBAL 2024 made history with its most international edition yet, featuring a remarkable lineup of participants from around the globe. More than 400 government and digital development agencies, including first-time exhibitors from Austria and Singapore, showcased their innovations to bolster their positions in the global tech economy.
The European Innovation Council, Europe’s largest deep-tech investor, made its debut at the event, joining established exhibitors from the United States, China, and South Korea. This increased international representation demonstrated the commitment to driving global business development and technology investment.
Renowned institutions such as the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and University College London (UCL), as well as tech giants like Sony, Honda, and Standard Chartered, participated in GITEX GLOBAL 2024 to form new partnerships and explore opportunities for collaboration.
Overall, GITEX GLOBAL 2024 provided an unparalleled platform for international cooperation, fostering innovation, and shaping the future of the technology industry.
At GITEX 2024, Baseus showcased its innovative and minimalist product designs that reflect its core values of practicality, reliability, and user focus. The company’s passion for consumer electronics and dedication to innovation has led to numerous patents, international design awards, and a wide range of products.
During the event, Baseus presented its latest advancements in mobile phone accessories, travel adapters, high-performance cables, USB hubs, and car jump starters. The overwhelming response received at GITEX 2024 reaffirmed Baseus’ commitment to providing cutting-edge technology solutions that cater to customer needs and enhance their lives.
Baseus, a company driven by the core values of being practical, reliable, and user-focused, is dedicated to designing minimalist and easy-to-use products with high-quality texture. With a passion for innovation and creativity in consumer electronics, the company has accumulated numerous patents, international design awards, and an extensive product range over the past decade.
By placing user preferences at the forefront of its design process, Baseus has successfully established itself as a leader in the consumer electronics market. The brand’s commitment to delivering practical, dependable, and user-centric products continues to drive its growth and success in the industry.
Baseus products distinguish themselves by incorporating high-quality materials and the latest technology, such as industry-leading GaN (gallium nitride) technology. As a pioneer in developing the world’s premier GaN charger, Baseus is committed to integrating advanced technology into its products, ensuring that customers receive cutting-edge solutions for their everyday needs.
The company’s dedication to using quality materials and advanced technology reflects its focus on creating reliable, user-friendly, and high-performing products. Baseus continues to invest in research and development to stay at the forefront of innovation in the consumer electronics industry.
Every gadget engineered by Baseus is a testament to the company’s commitment to providing users with an optimal experience. The brand’s relentless pursuit of innovation, combined with careful attention to design aesthetics, results in products that are both functional and visually appealing.
Baseus products offer an effortless user experience without compromising on their sleek appearance and high-quality materials. This dedication to delivering excellence in both form and function has made Baseus a trusted choice for customers seeking reliable, user-friendly, and stylish consumer electronics.
Baseus has garnered numerous accolades for its innovative and user-centric designs, including prestigious awards such as the CES Innovation Awards, Red Dot Design Awards, and Muse Design Awards.
In particular, Baseus has been recognized by the CES Innovation Awards in 2025 for its groundbreaking products, including the EnerGeek MiFi Power Bank and Spacemate Series 11-in-1 Docking Station. These awards reflect Baseus’ commitment to pushing the boundaries of technology and design, delivering cutting-edge solutions that cater to the needs of modern users.