MWC26 Doha, the largest connectivity event in the MENA region, has announced a sold-out exhibition floor ahead of its opening on November 8. The event, co-located with the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference, will gather leaders from telecoms, technology, and government sectors for three days of discussions focused on AI and 6G advancements.
Taking place at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre, MWC26 will feature eight summits addressing critical topics such as 5G monetization, AI deployment, and the future of network technologies. Notable speakers include representatives from Accenture, Google, and Microsoft, among others.
Eight Summits Convene
MWC26 will host eight dedicated summits that delve into various aspects of the digital economy in the MENA region. These summits include:
- Future Networks Summit: Focuses on the transition to 5G Standalone and the future of 6G.
- Security Summit: Addresses telecom security threats and intelligence sharing.
- Smart Mobility Summit: Explores advancements in autonomous vehicles and AI-powered transport.
- Satellite & NTN Summit: Discusses satellite commercialization and integration with existing networks.
- Sovereign AI & National Digital Strategy Summit: Examines government initiatives in building AI capabilities.
- Agentic AI Summit: Investigates the deployment of autonomous AI agents in enterprises.
- AI in Action Summit: Showcases practical AI applications for productivity.
- Open Telco AI Summit: Demonstrates Telco-Grade AI technologies.
Global Tech Leaders Gather
The event will also feature a range of industry leaders showcasing their latest innovations, including Cisco, Fortinet, and ZTE. The GSMA Ministerial Programme will return, facilitating discussions among ministers and regulators to shape future digital growth.
Additionally, the Digital Leadership Forum will convene senior leaders to discuss regulatory and investment priorities for inclusive digital transformation.
MENA Ignite Hackathon
Prior to MWC26, the MENA Ignite Hackathon attracted over 1,500 participants from the Arab League and Türkiye. Competing teams developed prototypes using CAMARA APIs through AI agents, with the top three teams set to present their solutions at the event. The winner will be announced on November 9.
As MWC26 Doha approaches, the focus on AI and 6G technologies underscores the region’s commitment to advancing its digital landscape.
