Web Summit Qatar 2025 wrapped up at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center, drawing over 25,700 attendees—more than 10,000 above last year’s turnout. The four-day event highlighted Qatar’s growing role in the global tech industry, attracting entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders from around the world.

Participation at the summit grew significantly, with 723 investors and 1,520 startups taking part—47% of them founded by women, marking a 51% rise from 2024. The Startup Qatar pavilion saw strong engagement, as more than 1,634 companies registered to set up offices in Qatar, drawn by incentives from the Qatar Financial Centre.

Notable developments at the summit included the issuance of 156 operating licenses and 56 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) signed between Qatari institutions and global tech companies—twice the number from last year. The event also highlighted the energy of Qatar’s startup scene, with 228 local startups showcasing their innovations.

Opening the summit, Prime Minister HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani highlighted the impact of the Qatar Investment Authority’s $1 billion Fund of Funds, which supports startups through investments managed by six leading global firms.

The summit featured major announcements and strategic partnerships, including Qatar Airways unveiling a range of AI-driven travel tools and a four-year commitment as the Official Lifestyle and Travel Partner of Web Summit Qatar. Key innovations introduced included Sama’s AI Booking, the QVerse Multi-Sensory Experience, and the Reward Seat Finder, which aim to enhance digital travel experiences.

The Qatar Research, Development, and Innovation (QRDI) Council introduced the Small Business Innovation Grant (SBIG) to boost R&D among SMEs, reinforcing the country’s commitment to innovation-driven growth. Meanwhile, Visit Qatar and Microsoft expanded their collaboration to enhance digital tourism, building on the success of the Visit Qatar GenAI Travel Concierge.

Huawei reinforced its role in Qatar’s digital transformation by signing multiple MoUs focused on strengthening cloud infrastructure, developing ICT talent, and driving technological innovation.

Meanwhile, Qatar’s Government Communications Office (GCO) and the German Mittelstand GCC Office signed a multi-year MoU, paving the way for Germany’s official presence at Web Summit Qatar through the German Startup Pavilion from 2026 to 2028.

Web Summit Qatar 2025 not only highlighted technological advancements but also strengthened global partnerships, further cementing Qatar’s role in the digital economy.