GITEX GLOBAL 2025 Opens Record 45th Edition with Over 6,800 Exhibitors

GITEX GLOBAL 2025, the world’s largest technology and AI exhibition, opened its landmark 45th edition in Dubai today, setting a new record with more than 6,800 exhibitors from over 180 countries. The five-day event, inaugurated by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, is being held across the Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai Harbour, marking it as the most expansive and diverse edition in the event’s history.

This year’s GITEX brings together 2,000 startups and 1,200 global investors with combined assets exceeding US$1.1 trillion, reflecting Dubai’s position as a global hub for technology investment and innovation. Themed around the “Intelligence Economy,” the 2025 edition focuses on the future of artificial intelligence, digital sovereignty, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation. Discussions are centered on how generative AI, automation, and advanced analytics are reshaping global economies and governance models, with a focus on sustainable growth and global competitiveness.

The event features an esteemed lineup of speakers and VIP guests, including H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy & Tourism, UAE; H.E. Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy & Remote Work Applications, UAE; H.E. Dr. Mohamed Al-Kuwaiti, Head of Cybersecurity, UAE; Peng Xiao, Group CEO of G42; Sam Altman, Co-Founder & CEO of OpenAI (joining virtually); Andrew Feldman, CEO of Cerebras Systems; Jim Keller, CEO of Tenstorrent; Dr. Matt Angle, CEO of Paradromics; and Ekaterina Zaharieva, Commissioner for Startups, Research & Innovation, European Commission. These global leaders are sharing insights on AI governance, next-generation technologies, and strategies for building a globally competitive digital economy.

Among the major highlights of the exhibition is the unveiling of Dubai’s first AI-powered “Trackless Tram”, a revolutionary autonomous transit solution, as well as AI patrol cars and smart police stations introduced by Dubai Police, demonstrating next-generation urban mobility and public safety solutions. Abu Dhabi also showcased TAMM AutoGov, the world’s first AI-powered public servant, designed to automate and streamline government services such as license renewals and bill payments. Additional smart city initiatives and digital infrastructure projects on display highlight the UAE’s commitment to leveraging technology to enhance public services, urban living, and citizen engagement.

As GITEX GLOBAL 2025 continues through October 17, it remains a pivotal platform for global leaders, innovators, and investors to explore collaborations and accelerate digital transformation across industries. Now in its 45th year, GITEX GLOBAL continues to reinforce the UAE’s leadership in the digital economy, uniting public and private sectors to shape the next era of intelligent innovation.