What is the event focus?

Connecting startups, investors, corporates, and innovation assets via thematic tracks, pitches, and matchmaking.

Where and when is the event taking place?

12–15 October 2025, at Dubai Harbour, UAE.

Why you should not miss it?

Expand North Star is recognized as the largest and most active startup-investor matchmaker globally within GITEX. In 2024, it featured over 1,800 startups and 1,000+ investors—a testament to its scale and impact.

Is there a dress code for the event?

Smart business or business casual recommended.

Expand North Star 2025

Name: Expand North Star 2025
Start: 2025-10-12T09:00:00+00:00
End: 2025-10-15T17:00:00+00:00
Location: Dubai Harbour

About this event

Join Expand North Star 2025, held from 12–15 October 2025 at Dubai Harbour. Celebrating its 10th edition alongside GITEX Global, this premier connector event brings together global founders, investors, corporates, and policymakers under multiple thematic power tracks. Prepare for deal flow, innovation, and scale-up acceleration.

Key Highlights

10th anniversary—four-day global startup & investor event
1,000+ investors, thousands of startups, and VCs from 100+ countries
Themed power tracks: 10X Summit, Corporate Innovation, Green Impact, Scale X Ventures
Features Supernova Challenge pitch battle, investor roundtables, and global ecosystem exhibits.

Who Should Attend?

Startup Founders & Growth-Stage Companies
Institutional Investors, VCs & Angels
Corporate Innovation & Venture Units
Government Innovation Stakeholders
Startup Service Providers & Accelerators

Main Features of the Event

Power Tracks & Summit Stages
Engage in programs across 10X Summit, Green Impact, Fintech Surge, and more—designed for thematic deep-dives.
Supernova Pitch Competition
Global startup battle featuring high-impact prize pools and investor attention.
Investor Matchmaking & Lounges
Concierge 1‑2‑1 meetings, Investor Sunday, and curated networking roundtables.

Expand North Star 2025 was a Business & Management event that took place 12-15 Oct 2025 at Dubai Harbour, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.