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Qatar Tribune
2 days ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Web Summit Qatar 2026 planning begins with strategic Dublin meeting
DUBLIN: The Permanent Web Summit Qatar Organising Committee convened with Web Summit leadership in Dublin this week to advance preparations for the 2026 edition as one of the Middle East and North Africa's largest technology events, which will take place from February 1-4 in Doha. The meeting was chaired by Sheikh Jassim bin Mansour bin Jabor Al Thani, Director of the Government Communications Office (GCO) and Chairman of the Permanent Web Summit Organising Committee. The session brought together committee members, including representatives from the Ministry of Interior and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, along with key stakeholders from the Qatar Investment Authority and Qatar Airways. Also in attendance were Web Summit Founder and CEO Paddy Cosgrave and members of the summit's leadership team. The committee conducted a comprehensive review of the second edition, held in February 2025, establishing strategic priorities for the upcoming summit. Discussions centred on initiatives designed to strengthen the event's regional and global prominence while maximising its contributions to Qatar's National Vision. 'Web Summit has become a cornerstone of Qatar's journey towards establishing a robust knowledge-based economy and cementing our position as a global innovation hub,' Sheikh Jassim stated in his opening address. 'This event has served as a catalyst for strategic partnerships, entrepreneurial empowerment, and digital transformation, aligning seamlessly with the goals outlined in our Third National Development Strategy.' Sheikh Jassim added: 'Our planning sessions are focused on delivering a clear roadmap for continued summit growth. This includes enhancing content quality, attracting high-impact speakers, expanding international participation and delivering broader economic and cultural impact.' Sheikh Jassim also noted that the record turnout in the 2025 edition, which featured more than 25,000 attendees, marking a 67% increase from the inaugural event, reflects growing interest in Web Summit Qatar and reinforces its stature across the region. He emphasised that this momentum sets a high bar for delivering an exceptional 2026 edition next year. He reiterated the GCO's ongoing efforts to position the summit as a transformative platform that strengthens Qatar's role on the global innovation map and supports national development through the adoption of international best practices and full use of the country's unique strengths. The Web Summit team presented insights on the event's economic impact across host cities, including Doha. According to their findings, the event contributed to the growth of local startups, supported job creation and helped Qatar climb 14 places in global startup ecosystem rankings. The team projects that 30,000 participants will attend Web Summit Qatar 2026. Hosting Web Summit Qatar has delivered measurable results, advancing key strategic objectives while reinforcing Qatar's emergence as a leading global destination for digital innovation and entrepreneurship. Web Summit Qatar positions Doha as a key destination for innovators, investors and industry leaders. The event provides a forum for international dialogue on digital economy developments, supporting Qatar's efforts to build global partnerships in technology and entrepreneurship as part of the Qatar National Vision 2030. Founded in Dublin in 2009, Web Summit is the world's largest technology event, drawing over one million attendees globally through flagship events in Doha, Lisbon, Rio de Janeiro and Vancouver.
Fashion United
23-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion United
Fanatics enters Middle East, opens office in Qatar
US digital sports platform Fanatics has entered the Middle East, opening a new office in Doha, Qatar, which will serve as a 'hub for operations' in the region. The move comes on the back of the company signing a partnership with the State of Qatar in February, which included the country's sponsorship of Fanatics Fest. It builds on Fanatics' ongoing expansion into regions where it sees opportunities to partner with 'transformative global sports properties looking to grow their businesses'. Such efforts have been targeted towards Latin America, Italy and the UK over the past few years, the latter to soon house a Fanatics flagship store focused on trading cards. In a statement, Tucker Kain, chief strategy and growth officer at the company, said that as it expands its portfolio, it was 'crucial we identify emerging markets where there is a real opportunity to amplify the engagement and passion around sports and collecting'. 'We've researched and analysed the sports landscape across the Middle East for quite a while and are excited about what local Fanatics operations can bring to the region,' he added. Fanatics Fest, held between June 20 to 22 in New York City, doubled down on the company's commitment to live events while simultaneously serving as a means for Qatar to 'strengthen its alignment with the global sports community'. For the country's director of the government communications office, Sheikh Jassim bin Mansour bin Jabor Al Thani, Fanatics' wider partnership positions the country 'at the forefront of the digital sports development globally'.
Fashion Network
22-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Fanatics expands into the Middle East
Sports platform Fanatics is set to expand into the Middle East with the opening of a new regional office in Doha, Qatar. The new Qatar office will serve as a hub for Fanatics' activities in the region. 'As we expand our portfolio of businesses and brands, it is crucial that we identify emerging markets where there is a real opportunity to amplify the engagement and passion around sports and collecting,' said Tucker Kain, chief strategy and growth officer. 'We've researched and analysed the sports landscape across the Middle East for quite a while and are excited about what a local Fanatics operation can bring to the region.' The expansion follows a strategic partnership signed earlier this year between Fanatics and the State of Qatar, which also included a premier sponsorship of Fanatics Fest, taking place this weekend in New York City. At Fanatics Fest, Visit Qatar will debut an invite-only lounge experience, throughout the weekend. The exclusive space will bring together corporate partners, C-suite executives, athletes, and celebrities. "The establishment of Fanatics' regional hub in Qatar demonstrates the confidence global industry leaders have in Qatar's business environment and our strategic location,' added Sheikh Jassim bin Mansour bin Jabor Al Thani, director of the government communications office in Qatar. 'As Fanatics establishes its regional operations in Qatar, we gain a world-class partner, create opportunities for local talent development and knowledge transfer, and position Qatar at the forefront of the digital sports development globally. This partnership will showcase Qatar's dynamic sports landscape and foster deeper connections between our region and the global sports industry."
Fashion Network
22-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Fanatics expands into the Middle East
Sports platform Fanatics is set to expand into the Middle East with the opening of a new regional office in Doha, Qatar. The new Qatar office will serve as a hub for Fanatics' activities in the region. 'As we expand our portfolio of businesses and brands, it is crucial that we identify emerging markets where there is a real opportunity to amplify the engagement and passion around sports and collecting,' said Tucker Kain, chief strategy and growth officer. 'We've researched and analysed the sports landscape across the Middle East for quite a while and are excited about what a local Fanatics operation can bring to the region.' The expansion follows a strategic partnership signed earlier this year between Fanatics and the State of Qatar, which also included a premier sponsorship of Fanatics Fest, taking place this weekend in New York City. At Fanatics Fest, Visit Qatar will debut an invite-only lounge experience, throughout the weekend. The exclusive space will bring together corporate partners, C-suite executives, athletes, and celebrities. "The establishment of Fanatics' regional hub in Qatar demonstrates the confidence global industry leaders have in Qatar's business environment and our strategic location,' added Sheikh Jassim bin Mansour bin Jabor Al Thani, director of the government communications office in Qatar. 'As Fanatics establishes its regional operations in Qatar, we gain a world-class partner, create opportunities for local talent development and knowledge transfer, and position Qatar at the forefront of the digital sports development globally. This partnership will showcase Qatar's dynamic sports landscape and foster deeper connections between our region and the global sports industry."
Qatar Tribune
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Qatar Tribune
Visit Qatar participates in Fanatics Fest NYC with exclusive lounge experience
Tribune News Network Doha Visit Qatar is participating in Fanatics Fest NYC, taking place from 20–22 June 2025 at the Javits Centre in New York City, with an exclusive VIP lounge showcasing Qatar's signature hospitality. Fanatics Fest is a major multi-day event that brings together fans, athletes, executives, and brands across sport, culture, and entertainment, and business communities under one roof. The Visit Qatar Lounge is designed to foster high-level networking among global executives, athletes, and cultural figures. This activation builds on a broader five-year strategic partnership between the Government Communications Office and Fanatics, aimed at expanding Qatar's global engagement across sport and entertainment platforms. The event was attended by Eng. Abdulaziz Ali Al Mawlawi, chief executive officer of Visit Qatar, alongside HE Sheikh Jassim bin Mansour bin Jabor Al Thani, Director of the Government Communications Office.
