# WOW Summit — World of Worlds > WOW Summit — World of Worlds is a global technology and innovation ecosystem platform connecting AI, Web3, FinTech, digital assets, DeepTech, investors, and international innovation ecosystems. Founded in Dubai in 2021 (formerly World of Web3 Summit). Tagline: Where Technology Worlds Converge. Next WOW Summit — Coming Soon. Official website: https://wowsummit.net/ Legal entity: GY Family LTD, 27 Old Gloucester St, London WC1N 3AX, United Kingdom Founded: 2021, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Editions: 8 (2021–2025) — Dubai ×3, Hong Kong ×3, Lisbon ×1, Bangkok ×1 Positioning: Global Technology & Innovation Ecosystem Platform Key idea: The Convergence of Technologies, Industries & Capital ## Official channels - Website: https://wowsummit.net/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wowsummitworld/ (@wowsummitworld) - X (Twitter): https://x.com/WOWsummitWorld (@WOWsummitWorld) - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wow-summit-world/ ## Key pages - [Homepage](https://wowsummit.net/): brand, technology worlds, past events, previous speakers, partners, media, FAQ - [Past events](https://wowsummit.net/#past-events) - [Technology worlds](https://wowsummit.net/#worlds) - [Previous speakers](https://wowsummit.net/#speakers) - [FAQ](https://wowsummit.net/#faq) - [Become a Partner](https://wowsummit.net/#contact) ## Past editions (official edition websites) - [WOW Summit Dubai 2021](https://dubai2021.wowsummit.net/): 14–15 Oct 2021, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Dubai became the launchpad for an international platform connecting entrepreneurs, investors, technology companies, and the emerging Web3 ecosystem. - [WOW Summit Dubai 2022](https://dubai2022.wowsummit.net/): 13–16 Mar 2022, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The Dubai edition helped expand the platform’s reach across blockchain, digital assets, technology, investment, and global entrepreneurship. - [WOW Summit Lisbon 2022](https://lisbon2022.wowsummit.net/): 1–3 Nov 2022, SUD Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal. WOW expanded into Europe, bringing together international Web3 communities, technology founders, and investors in Lisbon. - [WOW Summit Hong Kong 2023](https://hongkong2023.wowsummit.net/): 29–30 Mar 2023, AsiaWorld-Expo, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR. The event brought together discussions around Web3, digital assets, innovation, entrepreneurship, and international industry collaboration. - [WOW Summit Dubai 2023](https://dubai2023.wowsummit.net/): 8–9 Oct 2023, Atlantis The Royal, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. WOW continued its journey in the UAE with a focus on high-level business relationships, international participation, and curated professional networking. - [WOW Summit Hong Kong 2024](https://hongkong2024.wowsummit.net/): 26–27 Mar 2024, AsiaWorld-Expo, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR. The international agenda explored Web3, blockchain infrastructure, digital assets, and the evolving technology entrepreneurship landscape. - [WOW Summit Bangkok 2024](https://bangkok2024.wowsummit.net/): 11–12 Nov 2024, UOB LIVE, EMSPHERE, Bangkok, Thailand. The event brought together more than 5,500 attendees and over 150 speakers from technology companies, investment organizations, and international industry communities. - [WOW Summit Hong Kong 2025](https://hongkong2025.wowsummit.net/): 9–10 Sep 2025, AsiaWorld-Expo, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR. Artificial intelligence, Web3, financial technology, and robotics came together in a program exploring the convergence of emerging technologies and their real-world applications. ## 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 - Venture Capital & Global Investment - Research, Education & Innovation Ecosystems ## WOW in numbers (cumulative since 2021, as reported in previous organizer materials) 35,000+ attendees · 50+ countries · 500+ speakers · 150+ investment funds · 350+ partners · 700+ media · 200+ exhibition booths · 40+ international delegations · 10M+ cumulative streaming views ## Previous speakers (historical; not confirmed for future events) - Yat Siu — Co-Founder & Executive Chairman, Animoca Brands - Jim Rogers — Investor, Co-Founder of Quantum Fund, Quantum Fund - Sébastien Borget — Co-Founder & COO, The Sandbox - Eowyn Chen — CEO, Trust Wallet - Sergej Kunz — Co-Founder, 1inch - Joseph H. L. Chan — Under Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Government of Hong Kong SAR - Neil Tan — Chairman, Hong Kong AI Association - Kevin Lee — Chief Business Officer, Gate.io - John Cahill — Asia COO, Galaxy - Lena Klitzke — Senior Project Manager, Web3 & Immersive Experiences, HUGO BOSS ## FAQ ### What is WOW Summit? WOW Summit — World of Worlds is a global platform connecting technology, innovation, investment, and international business ecosystems. Founded in Dubai in 2021, WOW Summit brings together governments, global technology companies, financial institutions, investors, startup founders, research institutions, and international business networks. Its positioning: Where Technology Worlds Converge. ### What does “World of Worlds” mean? World of Worlds is the evolution of World of Web3. Technology no longer evolves in separate worlds. The future is being built at their intersection. Web3 remains an essential part of the WOW ecosystem, while the platform now connects a broader spectrum of technologies, industries, and markets, including artificial intelligence, digital finance, digital infrastructure, DeepTech, research, and capital. ### When and where was WOW Summit founded? 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. ### Where has WOW Summit taken place? 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). ### How many WOW Summit editions have taken place in Dubai? 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. ### Which technologies and industries does WOW Summit cover? WOW Summit connects eight 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; Venture Capital & Global Investment; and Research, Education & Innovation Ecosystems. ### Who attends WOW Summit? WOW Summit brings together governments, public institutions, and economic development organizations; global technology companies and multinational corporations; venture capital firms, institutional investors, and family offices; startup founders, entrepreneurs, and technology innovators; banks, financial institutions, and infrastructure providers; universities, research institutions, and scientific communities; and accelerators, industry associations, and international business networks. ### How big is WOW Summit? Since 2021, 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. Figures represent cumulative historical WOW Summit metrics, including in-person and virtual participation, as reported in previous organizer materials. ### Who has spoken at WOW Summit? Featured speakers from previous WOW Summit 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. ### When is the next WOW Summit? Next WOW Summit — Coming Soon. The next chapter of WOW Summit is taking shape. The location and dates will be announced on wowsummit.net. ### How can my organization partner with WOW Summit? Use the Become a Partner form on wowsummit.net. WOW Summit welcomes conversations with governments and public institutions, global corporations and technology companies, financial institutions and investment funds, prospective sponsors and strategic partners, universities and research centers, international technology communities, and media organizations and industry associations.