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Powering digital future

Published: 26 Feb 2025 - 08:34 am | Last Updated: 26 Feb 2025 - 08:34 am

The ongoing Web Summit Qatar 2025 has transformed the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC) into a dynamic hub of innovation, entrepreneurship, and technological discourse.

This year’s event has shattered previous records, drawing 25,747 attendees from 124 countries, cementing its status as the region’s premier startup and technology summit. More than just numbers, this milestone underscores Qatar’s growing influence as a pivotal player in the global tech landscape.

The summit’s sheer diversity is a testament to its growing prestige. More than 1,520 startups from over 90 nations have converged in Doha, alongside 723 investors seeking the next game-changing venture and 381 thought leaders delivering insights across five dynamic stages.

Notably, Qatari startups have made a significant impact, with 228 homegrown enterprises participating—an impressive 90% increase from the previous year. This surge reflects Qatar’s strategic commitment to fostering a thriving tech ecosystem, perfectly aligned with its long-term vision of economic diversification and innovation.

The resounding success of Web Summit Qatar 2025 is a direct reflection of Qatar’s strategic foresight and commitment to technological advancement.

As Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani aptly stated during the opening ceremony, "Being a small state like Qatar is similar to being a startup in this exciting digital age, where an entrepreneur with a brilliant idea can change the world." This analogy perfectly encapsulates Qatar’s journey—a nation leveraging its vision, and resources to drive innovation, foster economic transformation, and solidify its place in the global tech arena.

Local entrepreneurs have used the platform to connect with international investors, policymakers, and industry pioneers who play pivotal roles in their growth journeys.

This year, the summit has also attracted investors from regions such as China and India, further broadening networking and funding opportunities for regional and global startups alike.

Beyond the mainstage, Web Summit Qatar 2025 offers attendees unparalleled networking and learning opportunities. In an age where digital transformation is reshaping industries at breakneck speed, such opportunities to exchange ideas and form partnerships are more critical than ever.

Web Summit Qatar 2025 embodies the spirit of collaboration, disruption, and relentless pursuit of progress that defines today’s tech-driven world.