Expand North Star 2025, a major technology event, is currently underway at Dubai Harbour from October 12-15, ‌2025. The event has attracted over 1,800 exhibiting startups ‌from 40 countries, representing ⁢a significant increase from the 2024 edition.This year’s event ⁣is particularly focused on‌ fostering⁤ connections with entrepreneurs and investors from emerging markets, specifically aiming at⁣ “opening to meet people from this ​part of⁤ the hemisphere.”

Expand North Star serves as a crucial platform for showcasing innovative technologies ‍and strengthening ‍collaboration within the global tech ecosystem. The annual event is a key ​component of the Dubai Chamber of Digital ​Economy’s strategy to establish Dubai as a leading global hub for innovation and⁤ technology.

Dubai’s digital‌ Economy Ambitions

The Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy is ⁤spearheading⁣ initiatives ‍to triple the contribution ‌of the digital economy to Dubai’s GDP by 2035. According to the Dubai Chamber of Commerce, the digital economy currently accounts for ‍approximately 1.6% of ⁤Dubai’s GDP, with a target of reaching 5.5%⁣ by 2035. Expand