The 'Billion Followers Summit', the world's largest summit on the content industry economy, has announced the Dubai Chamber for Digital Economy, one of three chambers operating under the umbrella of the Dubai Chamber, as a strategic partner for its fourth edition. The summit, organized by the UAE Government Media Office, will take place from January 9 to 11, 2026.
This partnership represents a significant opportunity for the Dubai Chamber for Digital Economy to showcase the emirate's competitive advantages to startups, investment and consulting firms, content creators, and digital economy specialists attending the summit. It will also highlight the advanced digital environment that Dubai offers for developing innovative businesses and growing a creativity-based economy.
This partnership is part of the joint efforts of both parties to create a conducive environment for the growth of creative industries that rely on advanced digital infrastructure and to support meaningful content capable of keeping pace with global economic transformations.
The collaboration between the Billion Followers Summit and the Dubai Chamber for Digital Economy will empower content creators and digital startups, opening new horizons for investment in this vital sector.
Saeed Al Qarawi, Vice Chairman of the Dubai Chamber for Digital Economy, said: 'Our partnership with the Billion Followers Summit is part of the Chamber's efforts to cement Dubai's position as a global capital for the digital economy and a preferred destination for startups, entrepreneurs, and investors in this sector.' He noted that the Dubai emirate possesses a comprehensive digital ecosystem, advanced infrastructure, and flexible legislation, making it a global model for the growth and expansion of digital companies.
In turn, Hussain Al Ateele, Director of the New Media Academy, said: 'The partnership with the Dubai Chamber for Digital Economy is a strategic step to solidify meaningful content and develop innovative methods for using social media more effectively.' He stated that 'the Billion Followers Summit provides a strategic platform for content creators and digital entrepreneurs to showcase their innovations and projects, and to build relationships with investors and experts, contributing to driving the digital economy ecosystem towards greater innovation and sustainable growth.'
