Events

COMEX 2012
30 April - 4 May, 2012
Oman International Exhibition Centre (OIEC)

For 21 years, COMEX has CONNECTED thousands of people through TECHNOLOGY

From modest beginnings at its launch in 1990, COMEX now connects over 70,000 individuals with the leading suppliers of cutting-edge technology and has developed into one of the leading events of the year in the region's ICT calendar.

Managed Services Growth Markets 2012 
16-17 April 2012
Royal Mirage, Dubai 

The World's Largest Managed Services Event in the Middle East The 5th Annual Managed Services Middle East conference is the only event focussing on strategic developments in Managed Services business models and market evolution. Already attended by over 800 participants, the event is the only place to meet the entire Middle East managed services industry under one roof! The ability to meet all your partners so quickly and efficiently, in one place at one time, makes this a must-attend event in the calendar of any serious managed services player. View a video from last year, click here. For more information visit the event website.

Broadband MEA
25 – 27 March 2012
The Westin Mina Seyahi Beach Resort and Marina, Dubai, UAE
 

Now in it’s fourth year, Broadband MEA has established itself as THE leading event focusing on fixed and wireless networks across the Middle East and Africa region. Broadband MEA 2012 builds upon the tremendous success of the past three years which have seen a fantastic 70% operator attendance and representation from over 30 countries. The premier annual industry high-level conference and exhibition will see over 1000 of the region’s decision makers converge in Dubai to do business and stimulate the growth of Broadband the Middle East and Africa.

Gartner CIO Leadership Forum
27 - 28 February 2012
Raffles, Dubai, U.A.E

Gartner CIO Leadership Forum offers an interactive, workshop-centric experience to exchange ideas and receive actionable guidance from prominent CIOs, Gartner experts and senior executives from leading technology providers.

Digital Cream Dubai
21 February 2012 (9:30am - 5:00pm)
Westin Hotel Dubai Marina, Dubai, UAE

Part of Econsultancy's international series and now in its second year, Digital Cream Dubai is the region's only roundtable forum for senior client-side digital marketers to discuss and explore the latest best practice on digital strategy, business models, investment, ROI and supplier selection. Attendees can discuss their future online strategies and compare with peers as well as hear inspirational keynote speakers.

Excellence Series : Search and Social How can you make a App like Siri?
15 Feb, 2012
Thuraya Hall, DIC 3
 

Voice Based Command and Control

Key Learnings:

• Learn how to integrate Voice Control - one like Siri (bought by Apple) to your web services and apps
• Inside scoop on what’s latest with Voice control, Voice Bio Metrics and Voice to Text
• Voice Control - the new age interface

GE Marathon
January 20, 2012  (7:30 AM)
GE Office,  Building 18 DIC

Lace up your running shoes and join the GE Employees for the First Annual GE 5K Fun Run! This GE and Dubai Internet City, co-sponsored run is open to people of all abilities, to support a great cause: Children with Special Needs.  The event is open to all employees, family and friends, so we look forward to a great turnout.

TiE Dubai Event - Entrepreneurs and Exit Strategies
16 January 2012
Al Thuraya Hall, Dubai Internet City Bldg 3

For many entrepreneurs, the word “Exit” is synonymous with failure and doom.  Most entrepreneurs believe that their businesses are their “life” and have all their emotional wellbeing and wealth completely invested in their businesses.  Often, this belief is rudely shattered by market vagaries, client developments, investor actions, accidents, ageing, family issues, health and other such changes.  As a result, many exits are unplanned and result in steep value losses for the founders. How can this be prevented? How can entrepreneurs develop a healthy attitude towards exits?  In this session, we will discuss key issues in designing and executing an exit strategy.

Yogafest
Dec 9 -10, 2011
DIC Amphitheatre

Yoga Fest 2011 will offer complimentary yoga and meditation classes at the DIC outdoor amphitheatre. Different types of yoga will be presented with one session every hour by key yoga and fitness club experts.
DIC encourages all its partners to participate in Yogafest promoting a healthy lifestyle.

IT Leaders Summit
Dec 5 - 6, 2011
Dubai

The summit has been designed for business and technology leaders who need to understand how Cloud Computing is fundamentally transforming the way in which we think about, acquire and use computing resources.

Middle East Telco World Summit 2011
Dubai World Trade Center, Dubai
Nov 29-30, 2011

Middle East Telco World Summit gathers the highest quality speakers in the whole region. This event offers something for everyone within the entire telecommunications eco-system.

The majority of the 2,000+ delegates attending the high-level conference are drawn from:

• Mobile Operators
• Wireless ISPs
• Fixed Line Operators
• Regulators
• Internet Service Providers
• Governmental Organisations

Excellence Series - LinkedIn: Much more than just your CV
15 November, 2011
Thuraya Hall, DIC Bldg. # 3

The monthly event will invite business partners across TECOM Investments to hear from experts across different fields, and learn how the implementation of best practices and cutting-edge methodologies can make a telling difference to the corporate bottom-line.

Key Learning

• How to optimize your profile
• How to create and customize your company page
• How to be found and how to use your profile to advertise your company/products

IP & TV Forum Middle East and Africa
1-2nd November 2011
Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Dubai

Attendees at the IP&TV Forum MENA 2011 will be able to understand the latest developments in the TV industry, but also make deals face to face, do business, partner and network with senior decision makers from regional and international operators, satellite providers, cable providers, content aggregators and broadcasters.

Excellence Series - Cloud Computing Services Risks
25th October, 2011
Thuraya Hall, DIC Bldg. # 3

The monthly event will invite business partners across TECOM Investments to hear from experts across different fields, and learn how the implementation of best practices and cutting-edge methodologies can make a telling difference to the corporate bottom-line.

Key Learning

• The issues that may expose a cloud provider or cloud user to legal liability
• The issues which arise from an applicable legal system
• The issues which can and should be addressed from a legal perspective in order to create an effective and trustworthy services relationship

Google Event -G|UAE
19-20 October, 2011
DUCTAC, Mall of Emirates, Dubai

For the first time ever in the United Arab Emirates, Google will be hosting g|uae on October 19 & 20!
This event targets computer science students, software developers, small businesses and tech entrepreneurs in the UAE. The presenters from Google team will be demonstrating Google's suite of products that are driving innovation in technology and business across the globe, and here in the Middle East.

GITEX Technology Week
9-13 October 2011
Dubai World Trade Center

Dubai Internet City will be the strategic partner for GITEX Technology Week, one of the largest ICT exhibitions in the Middle East. The DIC pavilion will host technology giants including Microsoft and Hewlett Packard (HP).

Telecoms World Middle East 2011
3-6 October 2011
Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Dubai

The sixth edition of the event will bring together over 500 industry professionals and more than 90 telecom operators from across the Middle East, including mobile and fixed operators, wholesale carriers, regulators, network infrastructure vendors, system integrators, lawyers, consultants and content owners.

IDC Saudi Arabia CIO Summit 2011
25-26 September 2011
Intercontinental Hotel, Jeddah

IDC's Saudi Arabia CIO Summit 2011 is an ICT-focused event designed to provide CIOs and senior business executives with distilled insights into the IT refresh strategies, emerging technologies, and cutting-edge best practices that are shaping the business landscape.

Dubai Chamber Services Briefing
15 September 2011
Thuraya Hall, DIC Building No 3

The ‘Dubai Chamber Services Briefing’ is an initiative introduced to increase your knowledge about Dubai Chamber & the services it provides in different fields, ranging from business and legal advisory, due diligence, CSR consultation and business promotion.

in5 Innovation Center Press Conference
19 September 2011
Atlantis Hotel
 

Under the direction of His Highness Sheikh Majid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, the 'Majid Bin Mohammed Innovation Center in5' was launched today at a press conference at the Atlantis - The Palm, Dubai.
in5 is envisioned to promote entrepreneurship and technical innovation in the UAE. The center will focus on five key objectives including accelerating the development of new start-ups, fostering entrepreneurships, driving technology innovation, contributing to shaping an ICT ecosystem and, most importantly, promoting Dubai as an ideal location for tech start-ups