GITEX Global 2025 Marks a Historic Milestone With Record Participation and Breakthrough Innovations

GITEX Global 2025 took place from October 13 to 17, 2025, at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), delivering one of the most transformative editions in its 45-year history. The event focused on the real-world evolution of artificial intelligence (AI), alongside major developments in quantum computing, biotech, cybersecurity, and large-scale data infrastructure.

Event Overview

The 45th edition recorded unprecedented international attendance, bringing together over 6,800 exhibitors, 2,000 startups, and tech delegations from 180 nations. Core discussions revolved around AI’s accelerating influence on global economies, digital systems, and societal frameworks.

Key Highlights

• Central Theme:
“A.I. hitting reality” was the defining message of the event. Agentic AI, autonomous systems, and practical AI deployment in industry and government were showcased across multiple halls.

• High-Profile Speakers:
Global tech leaders took the stage, including Sam Altman (OpenAI CEO) and Peng Xiao (Group CEO, G42), who engaged in a virtual dialogue exploring the foundations of AI-native societies.

• Innovation Showcases:
Breakthroughs included AI-driven gene editing, smart glucose-monitoring contact lenses, and advanced brain-computer interface implants, drawing worldwide media attention.

• Government Participation:
Government bodies from multiple regions launched digital transformation initiatives and forged public-private partnerships. Notable among them was the Abu Dhabi Department of Municipalities and Transport unveiling new AI-powered urban solutions.

• Startup Ecosystem:
The co-located Expand North Star, held at Dubai Harbour from October 12–15, 2025, became the world’s largest startup showcase—connecting founders from 100+ nations with investors controlling over $1.1 trillion in assets.

Venues and Access

• Main Exhibition: Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC)

• Startup Showcase: Expand North Star at Dubai Harbour

Tech & Blockchain Presence

The technology and electronics zones featured a wide range of global innovators, blockchain platforms, fintech builders, and digital infrastructure providers. Among them, ClubMOS Blockchain participated within the Expand North Star ecosystem, appearing alongside other blockchain and exchange platforms including LBank, contributing to the growing presence of decentralized technologies at the event.