Events
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Upcoming startup and tech events, UAE first, with dates checked against each organiser’s official page. Add any of them to your calendar.
November 2026
GCC/UAE · Dubai
Dubai FinTech Summit 2026
2 Nov 2026 to 3 Nov 2026 · Madinat Jumeirah
Fintech, payments and regulation; useful if you build in financial services.
Source: dubaifintechsummit.com. Checked 12 Oct 2026.
Global · Lisbon
Web Summit 2026
9 Nov 2026 to 12 Nov 2026 · MEO Arena and FIL
Large global tech conference with startup programmes and investor meetings.
Source: websummit.com. Checked 12 Oct 2026.
Global · Helsinki
Slush 2026
18 Nov 2026 to 19 Nov 2026 · Messukeskus (Day 0 on 17 Nov)
Founder and early-stage investor focused event.
Source: slush.org. Checked 12 Oct 2026.
December 2026
GCC/UAE · Dubai
GITEX GLOBAL 2026
7 Dec 2026 to 11 Dec 2026 · Expo City Dubai
The region’s largest tech show; summit on 7 Dec, expo 8 to 11 Dec.
Source: gitex.com and WAM. Checked 12 Oct 2026.
GCC/UAE · Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Finance Week 2026
7 Dec 2026 to 10 Dec 2026 · Al Maryah Island
Finance and investment week hosted by ADGM.
Source: adfw.com and Abu Dhabi Media Office. Checked 12 Oct 2026.
GCC/UAE · Dubai
Expand North Star 2026
8 Dec 2026 to 10 Dec 2026 · Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City
Startup and investor event held alongside GITEX.
Source: expandnorthstar.com. Checked 12 Oct 2026.
Dates are from each organiser’s official page. Listing is not a partnership or endorsement; Startup Roof does not sell tickets. Always confirm on the organiser’s site.
Event news from Radar
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- The founder’s guide to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Everything you need to know
AI summaryTechCrunch Disrupt 2026 will focus on building sustainable companies in the AI era, featuring relevant programming and speakers.
TechCrunch: Startups · 12 Oct · Global
- Ai Everything Abu Dhabi 2026 brings 150 AI startups to the UAE capital
AI summaryAi Everything Abu Dhabi 2026 will showcase 150 AI startups, providing networking and learning opportunities for founders.
Wamda · 12 Oct · GCC/UAE
- 48 hours to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 — hear directly from the people building what’s next
AI summaryTechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is starting soon, offering networking and insights for startups.
TechCrunch: Startups · 11 Oct · Global
- 3 days to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Meet the startups before they hit mainstream
AI summaryTechCrunch Disrupt 2026 will showcase over 300 startups, providing networking and learning opportunities for founders.
TechCrunch: Startups · 10 Oct · Global
- UAE Minister Al Gergawi To Chair World Economic Forum’s Global Future Leaders Meeting In Dubai
AI summaryThe World Economic Forum's meeting in Dubai presents networking opportunities for UAE founders.
Forbes Middle East · 10 Oct · GCC/UAE
- TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Gamma’s Grant Lee, Engine’s Elia Wallen, and GV’s Crystal Huang on landing your first 1,000 customers
AI summaryTechCrunch Disrupt 2026 features discussions on acquiring customers, valuable for early-stage founders.
TechCrunch: Startups · 9 Oct · Global
- Beyond TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: The Side Events, Parties Networking You Can’t Miss
AI summaryTechCrunch Disrupt 2026 will feature numerous networking events and showcases for founders and investors.
TechCrunch: Startups · 9 Oct · Global
- TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 starts in 4 days — lock in your pass savings of up to $100 before prices rise
AI summaryTechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is approaching, offering significant savings on passes for attendees.
TechCrunch: Startups · 9 Oct · Global