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Middle East Tech Enthusiasts Prepare For Step Conference 2023
The highly-anticipated 11th edition of the popular tech festival takes place in Dubai Internet City between February 22nd-23rd, 2023.
Step Conference is a much-anticipated event in the calendar of every tech enthusiast and startup visionary in the Middle East. This year, the event is set to return to Dubai with a retro-futurism-themed lineup of events. From the DTC Hub and 1-on-1 investor meetings to major tech reveals, workshops, and entertainment, the expo is shaping up to be a highlight of this year’s conference circuit.
As well as offering the opportunity to mix with top entrepreneurs and gain insights from industry leaders, Step Conference will explore the latest trends across 6 content tracks:
- Learn from global influencers in the tech and startup scene with the Start Track, covering success stories, growth, fundraising, and more.
- Dive into the latest financial technology trends with the Fintech Track, including blockchain, digital currencies, and cashless payments.
- Explore the future of transport, smart cities, and AI with the Future Track, featuring industry leaders in autonomous tech.
- Uncover the latest trends in digital marketing, advertising tech, and more with the Digital Track.
- Discover the latest lifestyle and well-being tech with the Wellness Track.
- Join the Earth Track to explore Greentech, sustainability, and environmental impact.
As well as a packed schedule of events, Step 2023 hosts a packed lineup of industry leaders and innovators. This year’s roster of speakers includes representatives from Morning Brew, Pattern, Velocity Global, and Hotjar.
If you’re a budding startup entrepreneur or simply want to hear about the latest from the world of technology, don’t miss out on Step Conference 2023. Tickets are still available through the official website, where entering code DSC-FZM3 will help you out with a special Early Bird price!
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NASA Forms New Partnership With Saudi Space Agency
The pair will collaborate on the Center for Space Futures, advancing space tech by bringing together public and private stakeholders.
Saudi Arabia’s space industry is on the brink of substantial expansion after generating $400 million in revenue in 2022, according to a report by the Saudi Communications, Space and Technology Commission.
Now, in a new venture with NASA, plans for a “Center for Space Futures” are set to further drive the Kingdom’s aspirations of becoming a leading player in space exploration and technology.
Capturing moments from the joint delegation visit with leaders from the Saudi and American Space Agencies @NASA to @PSU_RUH, along with scenes showcasing the audience's engagement. pic.twitter.com/oB1cFTiRNl
— وكالة الفضاء السعودية (@saudispace) May 14, 2024
The partnership between NASA and Saudi Arabia goes beyond economic advantages. The pair have already cooperated on preliminary work for the Artemis II lunar mission, which is slated for a September 2025 launch and aims to land astronauts near the moon’s South Pole.
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During a visit to the capital, Riyadh, NASA Administrator Bill Nelson emphasized in a TV interview the broader objectives of the collaboration, which encompass “returning to the moon and then [to] Mars” while utilizing space exploration to glean important insights into climate change. The NASA spokesman also reiterated the space agency’s dedication to collaborating with Saudi Arabia on other future ventures.
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