GITEX Global 2026: the brand guide
GITEX Global is the Middle East's flagship tech event and one of the largest in the world. The 2026 edition runs five days at the Dubai Exhibition Centre, with 200,000+ attendees from 180+ countries and 6,800 exhibitors. It spans AI, enterprise tech, startups and government, with heavy investor presence. If you want exposure to the Middle East, Africa and Asia tech markets in one place, here is what to expect.
What it is
GITEX Global, organized by KAOUN International with the Dubai World Trade Centre, is the Middle East's flagship technology and startup show and among the biggest tech events anywhere. The 2026 edition expects more than 200,000 attendees from 180+ countries, 6,800 exhibiting companies and 400+ government entities. Highlights include the GITEX Scale Summit for global leaders, a day of high-level strategic dialogue on AI economies, plus the debut of TechCation, a new initiative merging technology with citywide leisure experiences. The show spans AI, enterprise tech, the digital economy and cutting-edge sectors, with a strong investor and startup presence.
Why brands attend
It is the single largest gateway to the Middle East, Africa and Asia tech markets.
The scale, 200,000+ attendees and 6,800 exhibitors, makes it a dealmaking and partnership engine.
Heavy government and investor presence opens doors that are hard to reach elsewhere.
The Scale Summit and startup programming connect founders to capital and policy makers.
Who should go
- Tech companies expanding into the Middle East, Africa and Asia.
- Startups raising or seeking regional partnerships.
- Enterprise-tech and AI companies selling into government and large buyers.
- Investors and government-technology teams.
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When is GITEX Global 2026?
GITEX Global 2026 runs from 7 to 11 December 2026 at the Dubai Exhibition Centre in Dubai South, Dubai, UAE.
How big is GITEX Global?
The 2026 edition expects more than 200,000 attendees from 180+ countries, 6,800 exhibiting companies and 400+ government entities, which makes it one of the largest tech events in the world.
What is new at GITEX Global 2026?
Highlights include the GITEX Scale Summit, a day of high-level strategic dialogue on global AI economies, plus the debut of TechCation, an initiative merging technology with citywide leisure experiences.
Who should attend GITEX Global?
Tech companies expanding into the Middle East, Africa and Asia, startups seeking capital or partnerships, enterprise-tech and AI companies selling to government, plus investors. It is the region's flagship tech show.