Gateway to the Middle East 2026

Tech & Marketing Week
Dubai

Where FinTech, MENA & Innovation Converge

Session 1

April 11–14, 2026

Session 2

November 7–10, 2026

Location

Dubai, UAE

🚀 Venturing 💡 Startups
💰 FinTech & Crypto 🏗️ PropTech & Real Estate 🌍 MENA Gateway 🛢️ Energy & CleanTech ✈️ Aviation & Logistics 🤖 AI & Web3
100+
Tech Companies
2
Sessions in 2026
4
Days Per Session
80+
Countries

Why Dubai?

The world's fastest-growing tech hub and gateway to MENA

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Gateway to MENA

Strategic hub connecting 400M+ consumers across the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia. Direct access to emerging markets and global trade routes.

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FinTech Capital

Home to DIFC, the region's leading financial center. Dubai attracted $2B+ in fintech investments with 500+ licensed fintech firms.

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PropTech & Real Estate

World-class developments, smart city initiatives, and innovative real estate technology making Dubai a global PropTech leader.

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Zero Income Tax

Tax-free environment attracting global entrepreneurs, investors, and talent. Free zones offer 100% foreign ownership.

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Innovation Hub

AREA 2071, Dubai Future Foundation, and government-backed initiatives driving AI, blockchain, and space technology.

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World-Class Lifestyle

Luxury venues, yacht networking, desert experiences, and 5-star hospitality combining business with extraordinary lifestyle.

4-Day Schedule

April 11–14 & November 7–10, 2026 • Hybrid Format

Day 1 - Saturday

Pitches & Conferences
8:00 AM Registration & Coffee
9:00 AM Opening Keynote
10:30 AM Startup Pitch Session I
12:00 PM Networking Lunch
2:00 PM FinTech & Crypto Conference
4:00 PM PropTech & Real Estate
6:00 PM Welcome Reception

Day 2 - Sunday

Venturing & Pitches
9:00 AM Venturing Summit
10:30 AM Startup Pitch Session II
12:00 PM Investor Lunch
2:00 PM VC Panel Discussion
4:00 PM Pitch Finals
6:00 PM Founder Dinner

Day 3 - Monday

Tech Expo & Networking
9:00 AM Tech Expo Opens
10:30 AM AI & Web3 Showcase
12:00 PM Executive Luncheon
2:00 PM MENA Expansion Panel
4:00 PM Networking Sessions
7:00 PM Dubai Marina Yacht Party

Day 4 - Tuesday

Awards & Closing
9:00 AM Brunch & Networking
10:30 AM Energy & CleanTech Panel
12:00 PM Awards Luncheon
2:00 PM Pitch Awards Ceremony
4:00 PM Closing Keynote
6:00 PM VIP Closing Gala

Ticket Options

Join Dubai's premier tech gathering

Half Day Pass
$120/pass
Members & Students: $60 (50% off)
  • Afternoon & Evening (3–8 PM)
  • Keynotes & Panels
  • Tech Expo Access
  • Evening Reception
  • Digital Materials
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One Day Pass
$240/pass
Members & Students: $120 (50% off)
  • Full Day Access (9 AM–8 PM)
  • All Keynotes & Panels
  • Networking Lunch
  • Tech Expo Full Access
  • Evening Reception Entry
  • Digital Recordings
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4-Day Pass
$720/pass
Members & Students: $360 (50% off)
  • Full Event Access (4 Days)
  • All Pitches & Conferences
  • VIP Venturing Sessions
  • Executive Roundtables
  • Yacht Party & Gala Access
  • Priority Seating
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🚀 Venturing

Connect with top MENA & Global Venture Capital firms

Mubadala Ventures ADQ 500 Global Wamda Capital BECO Capital Shuaa Partners Global Ventures MEVP Nuwa Capital Shorooq Partners Sequoia Capital SoftBank Vision Fund

💡 Startups

Meet MENA's hottest startups and tech companies

Careem Tabby Kitopi Noon Talabat Property Finder Yallacompare Ziina Sarwa Stake Fresha Swvl Hub71 in5 Dubai

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