The VC and tech community’s eyes will be on Dubai from May 28-29. That’s when the emirate will host the EMERGE tech conference for the first time. The highly anticipated event is more than just a tech conference; it’s a game-changing platform that has already united over 15,000 startups, investors, tech professionals, and ecosystem players globally. And the event’s focus will be to bring new technology ventures and capital to Dubai and help domestic startups scale globally.
“We are thrilled to bring EMERGE to the global tech hub, Dubai, for the very first time,” said Alina Nilsson, co-founder and CEO at EMERGE. “We have worked hard to create a community that offers entrepreneurs an opportunity to showcase their latest innovations to a global audience. And the Dubai event will do just that, by serving as the perfect platform for global investors and startups to explore the rapidly growing tech ecosystem in this city of the future.”
Expanding Dubai’s Tech Ecosystem
EMERGE presents an attractive opportunity for startups and VCs to network, forge partnerships, and of course, showcase the latest trends and innovations in tech. The conference follows a unique format that enables participants to connect and learn in an inspiring environment, with keynotes and breakouts covering a wide range of exciting topics, including blockchain, AI, fintech, and e-commerce. And with participation from executives at Google, Binance, AK Ventures, V7 Group, and more, the Dubai conference has already generated a lot of buzz among startups looking to enter or expand beyond the EMEA.
“The success of the Emirati tech and VC ecosystem relies on collaboration with global partners, and bringing events like EMERGE to Dubai is a great way to support this,” said Anna Sholina, co-founder and Head of Investor Relations at EMERGE. “EMERGE has established itself as one of the most sought-after tech conferences in the New East, providing a great platform for startups to engage, network, and find investors. And we are excited to bring our network to Dubai, which has become a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship.”
Attendees can expect to engage with industry experts, VCs, and startup founders worldwide. And while Dubai is already home to several of the world’s leading tech companies, including Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle, its hosting of the conference is significant. As the city further positions itself as a top tech hub, EMERGE provides a unique opportunity for Dubai to showcase its credentials to the startup world.
“Dubai is passionate about innovation and has been actively supporting the growth of the local tech ecosystem for several years,” added Sholina. “Initiatives like the Dubai Future Accelerators program serve as a great example. And EMERGE’s focus on bringing new technology ventures and capital to Dubai, while helping domestic startups scale globally, aligns perfectly with its mission.”
An EMERGE First: NFT Ticketing
In addition to the event’s programming, another exciting aspect of the conference is the EMERGE Club. Available to all NFT ticket holders, the EMERGE Club is powered by Liquid Access, a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that helps brands supercharge their loyalty programs. Using the platform, companies can seamlessly enable their users to convert their existing subscriptions, memberships, and loyalty perks into movable assets.
“The EMERGE Club is a unique offering that provides a new level of access and value for conference attendees,” stated Serge Vasin, Founder and CEO of Liquid Access. “We are excited to power EMERGE’s community experience and look forward to providing exclusive access to a wide range of events and opportunities for Club members.”
Conference attendees that purchase NFT tickets will instantly become members of the EMERGE Club, which provides exclusive access to a range of benefits, including investment opportunities, special events, networking opportunities, one-to-one meetings with advisors from all over the world, VC pitch sessions, special offers, and more. For those unfamiliar with how NFTs ticketing works, event tickets become non-fungible tokens that are unique and can be used for admission, given away, or sold. Introduced in 2017, NFTs have become one of the most talked-about topics in the crypto world. It is, therefore, not surprising that the creators of EMERGE Dubai have decided to incorporate NFT tickets into their conference.
“The use of NFTs for the EMERGE is a significant development, as it makes the conference more attractive to blockchain and crypto enthusiasts,” added Alina Nilsson. “Moreover, it provides a new way for ticket holders to interact with the conference, as they might trade and share their tickets as well as join the EMERGE Club and enjoy all the club’s exclusive benefits.”
Whether you attend in person or virtually, you won’t want to miss out on everything EMERGE and the EMERGE Club have to offer. The two-day event begins May 28 and runs through the 29. Don’t miss it, as the future of tech will be on full display at EMERGE Dubai.
