A launchpad for the next era of technology
DATE with Tech is a platform dedicated to exploring emerging technologies and future innovations across industries. It brings together visionaries, business leaders, and technology experts to engage in discussions, showcase advancements, and connect with key players shaping the next wave of technological evolution. At its core, DATE with Tech is built around emerging technologies that are reshaping the way we live, work, and connect – from AI and FinTech to robotics, smart infrastructure, sustainability, healthcare, digital commerce, and beyond. This is a space for those searching for the next big breakthrough, whether in investment, collaboration, or technological advancement.
Why Dubai?
A thriving ecosystem for emerging technologies
A thriving ecosystem for emerging technologies Dubai’s strategic vision for technology
driven economic growth makes it the ideal location for DATE with Tech. With
government-backed initiatives, a thriving start-up ecosystem, and a commitment to future
technologies, the city fosters an environment where groundbreaking innovation can scale globally
US$166B AI Market (2030)
Region expected to reach this size with ~45% CAGR (2024–2030)
US$231B IT Spend (2025)
investment in IT infrastructure and digital systems
50% of MEA ICT spend
leads MEA with half of the region’s total ICT spending.
Technologies in focus
Public Services
critical infrastructure protection
national cyber defence
tourism.
entrepreneurship initiatives
university innovat.
Islamic fintech.
omnichannel banking.
engagement | sustainable sports like
Formula-e.
sovereignty, and hybrid cloud adoption.
Attendee Profile
Buyers who have purchasing power and the ones who can influence the decision
Industry Sectors
Job Titles
Head of Metaverse Strategy
XR/VR/AR Developer Lead
Blockchain Solutions Architect
Web3 Program Director
Quantum Computing Researcher
IoT Solutions Director
Smart Cities Program Manager
5G & Edge Computing Lead
Robotics & Automation Engineer
Digital Twin Specialist
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Chief Information Officer (CIO)
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Chief Digital Officer (CDO)
Chief Innovation Officer
Chief AI Officer
Chief Data Officer
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Chief Transformation Officer
VP of Engineering
VP of IT Infrastructure
Director of Cloud Engineering
Director of IT Operations
Head of DevOps
Head of Network & Infrastructure
Enterprise Architect
Solutions Architect
IT Program Manager
Technology Strategy Lead
Head of Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning Engineer Lead
Data Scientist
Data Engineering Manager
Head of Data & Analytics
AI Product Manager
NLP Specialist
Computer Vision Engineer
Applied AI Researcher
Algorithm Engineer
Head of Digital Transformation
Director of Innovation
Product Innovation Manager
Digital Services Director
Emerging Tech Evangelist
Minister of Communications and Information Technology
Deputy Minister for Digital Transformation
Advisor to the Minister – Emerging Technologies
Chief Digital Government Officer
Director General – Smart Government Initiatives
National AI Strategy Lead
Director of E-Government Programs
CIO – Ministry of Interior
CIO – Ministry of Education
Cybersecurity Director
Head of Information Security
Security Architect
Compliance & Risk Manager
Incident Response Manager