Dubai powers global content economy with 1 Billion Followers Summit partnership

DUBAI

The Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy joined as a strategic partner for the fourth edition of the 1 Billion Followers Summit, the world’s largest event dedicated to the content creation economy, organisers announced on Monday.

Set to take place from January 9 to 11 across Emirates Towers, the Dubai International Financial Centre, and the Museum of the Future, the Summit will operate under the theme “Content for Good.”

The partnership reflects a shared commitment to foster an enabling environment for the growth of creative industries, supporting content creators and digital startups while leveraging advanced digital infrastructure. It aims to provide a global platform for experts, entrepreneurs, and creators to exchange knowledge, showcase best practices, and explore new collaboration and investment opportunities.

“Our partnership with the 1 Billion Followers Summit aligns with the chamber’s efforts to strengthen Dubai’s position as a global capital for the digital economy and a preferred destination for startups, entrepreneurs, and investors in this sector,” said Vice President of Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy Saeed al-Gergawi.

“Dubai offers a comprehensive digital ecosystem, advanced infrastructure, and flexible regulations that make it a world-class destination for the growth and expansion of digital enterprises,” he added.

Gergawi also noted, “We believe that useful content is a key pillar of the new economy driven by innovation and knowledge. Through this partnership, we aim to empower content creators and digital entrepreneurs to transform their ideas into innovative, sustainable ventures.

“We also continue to support initiatives that open new horizons for investment in digital economy sectors and help creators develop projects capable of competing on a global scale,” he said.

Director of the New Media Academy Hussein al-Atoli said, “The 1 Billion Followers Summit serves as a global platform that enhances the UAE’s role in leading the content creation and digital economy sectors. It offers exceptional opportunities for knowledge exchange, innovative thinking, and building strategic partnerships that drive the growth of creative industries locally and globally.”

He added, “The partnership with Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy is a strategic step toward strengthening purposeful content and developing innovative approaches to the effective use of social media. The Summit provides a strategic platform for content creators and digital entrepreneurs to showcase their innovations and projects, and build relationships with investors and experts. It contributes to advancing the digital economy ecosystem toward greater innovation and sustainable growth.”

The collaboration also offers Dubai the chance to highlight its competitive advantages to startups, investors, consultants, content creators and digital economy professionals participating in the Summit. It will showcase the city’s advanced infrastructure for nurturing innovative enterprises and driving the growth of a creativity-driven economy.