As the startup industry grows at an unprecedented rate, more players of the ecosystem are looking for one place to find limitless connections. In response to this growth, we are proud to announce the expansion of North Star into Expand North Star, diversifying and capitalizing on the rising international interest in the UAE start-up ecosystem.

Hosted by Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy and set to take place from 15-18 October 2023 at the Dubai Harbour, Expand North Star shall present a new creative format to extend its engagements with tech leaders, venture capitalists, unicorns, scale-ups, start-ups, and key stakeholders at the greatest startup event in the world.

Expand North Star is proud to co-locate with industry defining events Fintech Surge, Future Blockchain summit & Marketing Mania, while being inspired by the World's largest and best rated tech event, GITEX Global.

This is the flagship platform for startups to shine as well as grow through interactive Q&As, mentorship, product showcase, meetings, pitch competitions and conference sessions.

🚀 WHAT HAPPENS AT NORTH STAR?

» FAST 100 SERIES: We put the spotlight on the best in the region. Find out more here on Africa and Asia

» CREATIVE ECONOMY: Topics covering technology in the creative space including art, fashion, music and more.

» SPOTLIGHT STAGE: We dive deep into new technologies and hear from rising start-up hubs.

» INNOVATION CUPS: Startups to the rescue. Solving global challenges through open innovation...Scouting the best mobility and creative economy startups

» VENTURES TRACK: VCs, fund of funds, angel investors and CVCs shared insights on resilient portfolio management & strong investment forecasts for emerging economy startups.

» NORTH STAR BY NIGHT: The party don’t stop, North Star participants were able to join networking sessions, attend partner events and chill out in the backyard. Stay tuned for the 2023 schedule.

🚀 KEY STATS

◇ 1,027 Global Startup Exhibitors ◇ 686 Investors ◇ 404 Speakers

◇ 9 Stages ◇ 63 Exhibiting Countries