DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, October 15, 2025 –
Vibrant Eurasia will host the inaugural GITEX Ai Türkiye 2026 in Istanbul, marking a major milestone in the region’s transformation into a global hub for artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.
The event, organised in partnership with the Investment and Finance Office of the Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye (Invest in Türkiye) and the Turkish Ministry of Industry and Technology, will take place from 9–10 September 2026 at the Istanbul Expo Centre.
As part of the world’s largest tech and AI network, GITEX Ai Türkiye will feature immersive, cross-sector showcases across AI, cybersecurity, fintech, gaming, cloud, and connectivity, bringing together innovators, investors, and industry leaders from around the world.
Türkiye’s Strategic Leap into the Global AI Arena
The announcement of GITEX Ai Türkiye 2026 was made during the second day of GITEX GLOBAL 2025 in Dubai, where senior representatives from the UAE and Türkiye formalised the partnership to bring the GITEX experience to the Eurasian region.
The partnership was signed by Trixie LohMirmand, CEO of KAOUN International, global organiser of GITEX; Gökhan Yücel, Senior Vice President of Communications and Marketing at Invest in Türkiye; and Sadullah Uzun, Director General of National Technology of the Turkish Ministry of Industry and Technology.
“Türkiye is on a mission to position itself as the nexus of the global AI movement,” said Gökhan Yücel. “GITEX Ai Türkiye is where capital meets code—accelerating homegrown models and strengthening our digital infrastructure.
The foundation is already strong, with 1,059 active AI startups, more than 1,300 R&D and design centers, and 12,000 companies across 106 Technology Development Zones.
High and medium-high tech exports now exceed USD 100 billion, while foreign direct investment projects in 2024 alone contributed USD 10 billion in capital commitments. GITEX Ai Türkiye will transform this momentum into strategic partnerships and scalable global products.”
Showcasing Türkiye’s Role as Eurasia’s Digital Nexus
Sadullah Uzun, Director General of National Technology, described Türkiye as “a unique crossroads where ideas and innovation converge.”
He added, “The launch of GITEX Ai Türkiye 2026 reinforces our growing influence in the global technology and AI landscape.
Through initiatives like Türkiye TechVisa and Turcorn 100, we are building an ecosystem that attracts global talent and empowers startups to expand internationally.”
Trixie LohMirmand, Executive Vice President of DWTC and CEO of KAOUN International, emphasised the event’s global impact.
“Türkiye is the bridge between East and West,” she said.
“By bringing the world’s largest AI and tech investor network to Istanbul, GITEX Ai Türkiye will transform the country into a cross-border corridor of digital excellence, shaping the future of AI and positioning Eurasia as a major player in the technology economy.”
Empowering Türkiye’s Rise as the Hub of AI and R&D
With the Turkish government investing heavily in technology infrastructure, GITEX Ai Türkiye aims to elevate the country’s domestic AI ecosystem through international partnerships and collaborations.
Eurasia’s position between European research and Asian scalability makes it a vital location for technological expansion.
Analysts estimate that adopting AI across public services could yield annual savings of up to USD 4 billion and contribute as much as 1% to Türkiye’s GDP.
The nation’s innovation ecosystem has expanded exponentially over the last decade, creating fertile ground for next-generation technologies and industry transformation.
By hosting GITEX Ai Türkiye 2026, Istanbul is set to become the beating heart of Eurasia’s digital growth — where AI innovation meets global investment.
For more information about GITEX Ai Türkiye 2026, visit www.GITEXTurkiye.com.
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About GITEX Ai Türkiye:
Powered by the world’s largest tech and AI events network, GITEX Ai Türkiye is organised by KAOUN International in partnership with Invest in Türkiye.
The event takes place 9–10 September 2026 at the Istanbul Expo Centre, uniting global tech ecosystems to ignite Türkiye’s AI and investment frontier.
