DUBAI, H.H. Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum today toured GITEX GLOBAL 2022, the world’s largest technology show being held at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).
He said that Dubai’s comprehensive development journey and its adoption of the latest technologies reflect the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The emirate’s emergence as a hub for global tech companies and app developers has further strengthened its position at the forefront of digital transformation, he added.
He highlighted the significance of GITEX GLOBAL 2022 as the world’s largest technology show that brings together companies at the forefront of innovation in the sector to network and explore new partnerships that contribute to shaping a better future for societies.
The biggest edition in the event’s history, the 42nd edition of GITEX GLOBAL has brought together 5,000 leading technology companies from more than 90 countries. The event, being held from 10-14 October 2022, is set to bring together more than 100,000 attendees from 170 countries.
During his visit, Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed toured the exhibition area accompanied by Helal Saeed Al Marri, Director-General of Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism. Sheikh Mansoor toured the pavilions of a number of companies at GITEX GLOBAL where he was briefed about the cutting-edge technology solutions and digital products displayed at the event. He visited the pavilions of G42, where he learned about the company’s products and solutions in the fields of artificial intelligence and cloud computing. He also toured the pavilions of Abu Dhabi’s Technology Innovation Institute, Dell, Honeywell, and Ericsson.
At the Huawei stand, which represents its largest-ever participation in the technology show, Sheikh Mansoor viewed the company’s metaverse, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity solutions and applications. He also visited e&’s stand where he was given a glimpse into the future of mobility as demonstrated by a fully autonomous electric vehicle developed through a collaboration between Cadillac Arabia and e& (formerly known as Etisalat Group).
GITEX GLOBAL will explore every facet of the digital through seven experience ecosystems — North Star Dubai – bringing together a record 1,000 start-ups with 600 investors – Fintech Surge, Ai Everything, Future Blockchain Summit, Marketing Mania and two new event platforms, Global DevSlam and X-VERSE.
Source: Emirates News Agency