Expand North Star 2026 Brings Global Startups and AI Innovation to Dubai This December

socialwithshefali
13 November 2026
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Dubai will welcome startups, investors and technology leaders from over 80 countries as Expand North Star returns alongside GITEX GLOBAL from 7-10 December 2026.

Expand North Star 2026 is set to bring together global entrepreneurs, AI innovators and investors in Dubai this December, creating opportunities for international partnerships, investment and business expansion.

Taking place at Dubai World Trade Centre on 7 December and Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai, from 8-10 December, the event reunites with GITEX GLOBAL. Together, the exhibitions will feature over 6,000 enterprise and startup exhibitors from more than 80 countries.

International Startups and Emerging Technologies

The event will feature delegations from Canada, Italy, Thailand, India, China, Brazil, Nigeria, Pakistan and several other countries, showcasing innovations across artificial intelligence, healthcare, sustainability, robotics and financial technology.

Canada will introduce its first national pavilion, featuring AI business tools and healthcare innovations. Italy will bring 30 startups and SMEs focusing on industrial AI and sustainability, while Thailand will showcase 12 companies specialising in AI, agri-tech, climate and marketing technology.

What’s New at Expand North Star 2026?

This year’s programme introduces several initiatives supporting entrepreneurship and innovation:

ScaleX: Connecting growing startups with investors and corporate buyers.
Supernova 0X: A startup competition offering equity-free cash prizes.
GITEX Healthtech: Exploring AI-driven healthcare innovation.
ENS Founders Academy: Learning opportunities with investors and successful entrepreneurs.
Apollo100: Connecting businesses with opportunities across 100 global destinations.

Expand North Star 2026: Dates and Venue

7 December: GITEX Summit, Dubai World Trade Centre
8-10 December: Expand North Star, Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai
GITEX GLOBAL: Continues until 11 December

Official website: www.expandnorthstar.com

With international startup showcases, investment networking and emerging technologies, Expand North Star 2026 offers an opportunity to explore the innovations and business ideas shaping the future of the global digital economy.

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