Smart Data Summit 2026 Returns to Dubai for 10th Anniversary

Celebrating a decade of Smart Data, AI, and Data Intelligence leadership in the MENA region

Expotrade Global announces the 10th edition of the Smart Data Summit, taking place on 22–23 April 2026 at JW Marriott Hotel Marina Dubai. Over the past decade, the summit has become the region’s premier platform for Smart Data strategies, Big Data analytics, and AI applications, bringing together senior executives, government leaders, and technology innovators.

The MENA region is experiencing rapid growth in data intelligence, with the AI market projected to contribute USD 320 billion to regional GDP by 2030 and Big Data analytics growing at a 17–24% CAGR. The summit will focus on how organizations can leverage these trends for enterprise transformation, resilience, and personalization at scale.

Key agenda themes include:

• Building a Data-First Culture for enterprise-wide value
• Scaling AI Agents from experiments to enterprise orchestration
• Human + Machine collaboration for next-generation intelligent systems
• AI-powered decision-making as a driver of data intelligence
• From Data Lakes to Data Mesh: scalable Smart Data architectures
• Citizen Data Scientists: democratizing Big Data analytics
• Responsible AI & Governance: trust, compliance, and transparency
• Personalization at scale powered by AI in Data strategies

The summit will feature visionary keynotes, interactive panels, real-world case studies, and a tech exhibition showcasing global leaders in AI and Big Data solutions.

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Shail Bisht, Regional Director of Expotrade Global, stated: “Data Intelligence and Smart Data strategies are essential for competitiveness. The 10th edition celebrates a decade of innovation and underscores the region’s extraordinary growth in AI and Big Data applications.”

Event Details:
Date: 22–23 April 2026
Venue: JW Marriott Hotel Marina Dubai
Highlights: 400+ attendees | 60+ speakers | 10+ hours of networking
Website: https://www.bigdata-me.com

The Smart Data Summit 2026 promises to guide enterprises in harnessing AI and Big Data to transform their operations, stay competitive, and drive innovation in the MENA region.