GITEX GLOBAL 2024 has once again demonstrated its commitment to fostering global collaboration and innovation in the tech industry. This year's edition, held at the Dubai World Trade Centre, set new records with the participation of over 6,500 exhibitors, 1,800 startups, and 1,200 investors from more than 180 countries. The event emphasized the theme of 'Global Collaboration to Forge a Future AI Economy,' reflecting the growing importance of AI in the digital landscape. Over the course of five days, GITEX GLOBAL featured an array of themes, including tech investment, AI, cybersecurity, data centers, and emerging technologies.
Attendees had the opportunity to hear from world-leading experts through keynote speeches, fireside chats, and panel discussions. These sessions explored urgent challenges, emerging threats, and potential opportunities, providing valuable insights for individuals, enterprises, and nations. Highlighting the event's impact, a study by the International Data Corporation (IDC) revealed that Microsoft's cloud services and partner ecosystem could generate $74 billion in new revenues for the UAE over the next four years. This finding underscores the crucial role of technology companies in advancing economies and creating jobs.
Additionally, more than 3,000 AI innovation companies showcased their solutions, capturing the attention and curiosity of attendees. GITEX GLOBAL 2024 also saw the formation of significant partnerships, including a $1 billion alliance between UAE's e& and Amazon Web Services. This partnership aims to address stringent customer requirements across various sectors in the Middle East. Similarly, Core42 announced a strategic collaboration with AMD to drive AI deployment in the region. These agreements highlight the event's role as a catalyst for cross-continental collaboration.
Executive Vice President of DWTC, Trixie LohMirmand, emphasized the importance of connecting participants and building communities. GITEX GLOBAL's DNA lies in facilitating these connections, enabling the tech industry to thrive amid rapid changes. Cross-continental collaboration is essential for any tech company aiming to succeed in the evolving AI digital economy. The event provided a stage for international partnerships, such as Deloitte's collaboration with Palo Alto Networks to enhance cybersecurity capabilities and Vodafone IoT's agreement with e& for automotive IoT connectivity.
These alliances illustrate the transformative impact of the event, setting a new benchmark for future editions. GITEX GLOBAL continues to expand its reach with upcoming events like GITEX EUROPE in Berlin, GITEX ASIA in Singapore, and GITEX NIGERIA. These initiatives aim to foster global collaboration and shape tomorrow's tech landscape. By bringing together iconic technology companies like Huawei, Google Cloud, Lenovo, and IBM, the event positions itself as a premier platform for digital innovation.
In summary, GITEX GLOBAL 2024 has successfully brought together the world's technology ecosystem, inspiring collaboration and setting the stage for the future digital economy. As the world's largest tech event, its legacy will undoubtedly influence subsequent editions and continue to be a cornerstone of technological advancement.
