Frequently Asked Questions

WOW — World of Worlds is a global business and technology ecosystem connecting innovators, corporations, investors, institutions, and international markets through strategic partnerships, global summits, and cross-border initiatives. It was founded in Dubai in 2021 as WOW Summit.

No. WOW Summit remains the flagship format, but WOW is not built around events. Events are built around the WOW ecosystem, which also includes strategic business connections, corporate and institutional partnerships, and cross-border innovation initiatives. Some of these directions are in development.

World of Worlds is the evolution of World of Web3. The future of innovation is not defined by individual industries, but by the connections between them. Web3 remains part of the WOW ecosystem alongside AI, FinTech, DeepTech, AgriTech and food systems, digital infrastructure, capital and international markets.

Global Summits & Experiences have been active since 2021, and WOW accepts proposals for corporate and institutional partnerships. Strategic Business Connections and Cross-Border Innovation Initiatives are in development and will be announced on wowsummit.net.

WOW Summit was founded in Dubai in 2021. The first edition, WOW Summit Dubai 2021, took place on 14–15 October 2021 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

WOW Summit has held eight editions across the Middle East, Europe, and Asia: WOW Summit Dubai 2021 (14–15 Oct 2021); WOW Summit Dubai 2022 (13–16 Mar 2022); WOW Summit Lisbon 2022 (1–3 Nov 2022, SUD Lisboa); WOW Summit Hong Kong 2023 (29–30 Mar 2023, AsiaWorld-Expo); WOW Summit Dubai 2023 (8–9 Oct 2023, Atlantis The Royal); WOW Summit Hong Kong 2024 (26–27 Mar 2024, AsiaWorld-Expo); WOW Summit Bangkok 2024 (11–12 Nov 2024, UOB LIVE, EMSPHERE); WOW Summit Hong Kong 2025 (9–10 Sep 2025, AsiaWorld-Expo).

Three. WOW Summit Dubai 2021 (14–15 October 2021), WOW Summit Dubai 2022 (13–16 March 2022), and WOW Summit Dubai 2023 (8–9 October 2023, Atlantis The Royal). Dubai is where WOW Summit was founded.

Seven technology worlds: Artificial Intelligence & Agentic Systems; Blockchain, Web3 & Digital Assets; FinTech & Future of Finance; Cloud, Data & Cybersecurity; DeepTech, Robotics & Industry 4.0; BioTech, HealthTech & Sustainability; and AgriTech, FoodTech & Food Security. They are supported by ecosystem enablers: venture capital and global investment, research and education, international market access, and government and institutional relations.

Corporations, investors and funds, governments and public institutions, technology companies, agribusiness and food companies, startups and founders, and universities and research institutions.

Across editions held 2021–2025, WOW Summit has reported 35,000+ attendees, 50+ countries, 500+ speakers, 150+ investment funds, 350+ partners, 700+ media, 200+ exhibition booths, 40+ international delegations, and 10M+ cumulative streaming views. These are cumulative historical figures, including in-person and virtual participation, as reported in previous organizer materials.

Featured speakers from previous editions include Yat Siu (Animoca Brands), Jim Rogers (Quantum Fund), Sébastien Borget (The Sandbox), Eowyn Chen (Trust Wallet), Sergej Kunz (1inch), Joseph H. L. Chan (Government of Hong Kong SAR), Neil Tan (Hong Kong AI Association), Kevin Lee (Gate.io), John Cahill (Galaxy), and Lena Klitzke (HUGO BOSS), along with 150+ other industry speakers. Their inclusion does not indicate confirmed participation in any future event or endorsement of WOW.

Submit a hosting inquiry on wowsummit.net/host-a-summit/. The process has five stages: inquiry, introductory call, proposal and feasibility review, site visit and stakeholder meetings, and a hosting agreement with a joint announcement.

Request a partnership proposal on wowsummit.net/partnerships/. Formats include annual strategic partnerships, summit sponsorship, industry program collaboration, executive networking, technology showcases, and international business initiatives. Prices are provided in a tailored proposal.

The WOW Network is WOW’s year-round international community. Registration is free and records your interest in WOW Summit announcements, partnership opportunities and new programs. It is not a paid membership and does not guarantee access to events or introductions.

No. WOW is not an investment fund and does not manage capital. Cross-border innovation initiatives, currently in development, are designed to connect startups, corporations, investors and institutions.

Next WOW Summit — Coming Soon. The location and dates will be announced on wowsummit.net. Register your interest in the WOW Network to receive the announcement.

WOW is operated by GYFAMILY LIMITED, a company registered in England and Wales (Company No. 17064540), 27 Old Gloucester St, London WC1N 3AX, United Kingdom.

Yes. AgriTech, FoodTech & Food Security is one of the seven WOW technology worlds. It connects agribusiness, food producers, AgriTech startups, investors, research institutions and governments around precision agriculture, smart farming, agri-robotics, agri-biotech, alternative proteins, supply chain traceability, agrifinance and food security.