Dubai Kicks Off Global Drive for Expand North Star 2025

Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, operating under Dubai Chambers, has launched the global promotional campaign for Expand North Star 2025 in collaboration with Dubai World Trade Centre. The world’s largest event for startups and investors, organized by Dubai World Trade Centre and hosted by Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, will take place at Dubai Harbour from 12th to 15th October 2025.

The first phase of the Expand North Star 2025 promotional campaign started in the United States, covering Las Vegas, Phoenix, and San Francisco. With over 200 representatives from startups, investors, and technology companies, the campaign provided a dynamic platform for networking, knowledge exchange, and investment opportunities in Dubai’s fast-growing digital economy. A startup pitch competition was also held, where DataBiologics and Nanowear emerged as winners, securing a fully funded opportunity to participate in Expand North Star 2025 and expand into new markets.

As part of the campaign, 13 high-level meetings were conducted with venture capital firms, unicorn companies, and key business ecosystem partners, reinforcing Dubai’s position as a global hub for startups and investment. The United States marks the first stop in a wider international campaign to highlight the influence of Expand North Star 2025, a key event for startups, investors, entrepreneurs, and business leaders looking to capitalize on growth opportunities in Dubai’s digital economy.

The 2024 edition of Expand North Star set new records, attracting over 1,800 startups and 1,200 investors from 100 countries managing assets exceeding $1 trillion. The event also hosted 65 unicorn companies with a combined market value of $400 billion, showcasing Dubai’s leadership in innovation and investment opportunities. Expand North Star 2025 is expected to drive even greater engagement, providing a powerful platform for entrepreneurs, startups, and investors to shape the future of the global digital economy.