Core Insights - Omdia invites participation in an exclusive event during GITEX 2025 to discuss the future landscape of the connected consumer ecosystem with industry leaders [2][5] - The event will take place on October 14, 2025, in Dubai, coinciding with the city's emergence as a global tech hub [2] - Omdia forecasts that the consumer technology ecosystem revenue in the Middle East and Africa will reach $75 billion by 2026, with media and entertainment services expected to grow by 12% [3] Event Details - Date: October 14, 2025 [2] - Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM local time, followed by a reception and dinner [2] - Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai - Business Bay, Bay Square - Building 5, Dubai, United Arab Emirates [2] Key Discussion Topics - The evolving smartphone landscape and emerging opportunities in the Middle East and Africa [5] - How PC manufacturers are adapting to changes in consumer behavior [5] - The integration of devices, streaming services, and telecom operators [5] - Future growth directions for gaming and entertainment [5]