Expand North Star 2024: A Landmark Event for Global Start-ups

Expand North Star 2024 is set to be the largest gathering of start-ups, with an exciting global lineup.
The event, which will run from October 13-16, 2024, will be hosted at Dubai Harbour, one of the city’s premier venues.
This year, more than 2,000 start-ups will showcase their innovations, with over 400 coming from Europe and the UK.
The event is organized by Dubai World Trade Centre and hosted by Dubai Chambers, reinforcing Dubai’s status as a global tech hub.
GITEX GLOBAL will serve as the umbrella event, drawing attention from across the globe with diverse technological offerings.
Start-ups will present solutions in key sectors like Agritech, AI, Climate Tech, Fintech, Health Tech, and more, highlighting disruptive innovations.
Germany leads new country pavilions with 40 start-ups, showcasing the country’s strong tech presence in the global market.
Other European nations, including Ireland, Poland, Latvia, Austria, and Portugal, will have dedicated pavilions to promote innovation.
The UK, returning with a record 50 start-ups, is doubling its participation from last year, showing significant growth in the sector.
Omar Hassan, Managing Director of Global Growth Hub, stated that the event is vital for UK start-ups looking to expand.
The event will allow UK-based companies to connect with new investors, partners, and clients from the UAE and beyond.
European start-ups have shown impressive growth, with funding increasing by 31% in Q2 2024, reaching nearly $16 billion.
This surge in funding shows the growing potential of European start-ups, attracting increased investor interest and confidence.
Investors, including firms like SpeedInvest, H Tree Capital, and Startup Wise Guys, will be attending to find the next big opportunity.
Over 65 unicorns from around the world, including Volocopter, BitPanda, and Climeworks, will share their success stories and insights.
Expand North Star will feature several leading global unicorns, further solidifying the event’s role in shaping the future of innovation.
The event is set to draw attention from entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators, creating new opportunities for collaboration.
The broader GITEX GLOBAL 2024 will take place from October 14-18, showcasing 6,700 companies from over 180 countries.
The event at Dubai World Trade Centre will highlight emerging trends and disruptive technologies, bringing together global leaders.
With its scale and diversity, GITEX GLOBAL and Expand North Star will offer a unique platform for global networking.
It will be an invaluable opportunity for start-ups to explore international markets, attract investors, and find potential partners.

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