1 Billion Followers Summit 2026 Kicks Off Tomorrow in Dubai with Global Influencers

Under the patronage of Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, the fourth edition of the 1 Billion Followers Summit 2026 the world’s largest event dedicated to shaping the content creator economy kicks off tomorrow in Dubai.

Organised by the UAE Government Media Office, the three-day summit will take place across iconic venues including Emirates Towers, DIFC, and the Museum of the Future, under the theme “Content for Good.”

Building on its global momentum, the Summit expects over 30,000 attendees, including 15,000 top Arab and international creators and influencers, along with 500 speakers, 150 CEOs, and a combined audience reach of 3.5 billion followers.

The Summit will host 580+ interactive sessions, including keynotes, roundtables, fireside chats, workshops, and debates, across three main tracks: Economy, Content, and Technology. Participants will gain insights from global technology leaders, social media firms, and influential creators about trends, best practices, and the evolving digital media landscape.

Content for Good and Global Initiatives-
The summit emphasizes impact creation through ‘Content for Good.’ In collaboration with MrBeast, the world’s most-followed YouTuber, the Summit has launched the 1 Billion Acts of Kindness campaign, supported by MBRGI and the Varkey Foundation. Ten creators will be selected to lead this global social movement alongside MrBeast.

Additionally, the Summit and TikTok launched the world’s first Educators Award, celebrating excellence in educational content creation. Strategic partnerships were also announced with YouTube, Snapchat, X, TikTok, and Meta to promote positive social impact through content.

AI Integration and Innovation-
Highlighting the future of content creation, the Summit, in partnership with Google Gemini, introduced the AI Film Award, offering a $1 million grand prize. Over 30,000 participants from 116 countries entered, with five shortlisted films to be screened before the winner is announced on Day 2.

The summit will also reveal winners of the Creators Ventures Accelerator, a world-first initiative supporting content creators and start-ups with investment opportunities and mentorship worth AED 50 million.

Global Influencers and Key Sessions-
The Summit convenes executives and creators from Snapchat, X, YouTube, TikTok, Meta, Disney+, and TWITCH, tackling topics such as IP protection, combating misinformation, AI in content, analytics, and community building.

Highlights include:

• Day 1: Launch of the 1 Billion Acts of Kindness campaign, featuring MrBeast, Saeed Al Eter (MBRGI), and Sunny Varkey. Candid conversation with Max Amini, exploring his creative journey.

• Day 2: Live comedy performance by Max Amini, fireside chats with Lara Trump, Will Smith, Mohamed Alabbar, and Rio Ferdinand, exploring media, entrepreneurship, and legacy-building.

• Day 3: Announcement of Creators Ventures Accelerator winners and a book signing by Simon Squibb, highlighting real-world impact of content creation and social responsibility.

Mohammad Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs, emphasized that the Summit reinforces Dubai’s status as a global media hub, fostering creativity, collaboration, and innovation in the content industry.

With its combination of global thought leadership, creativity, and social impact, the 1 Billion Followers Summit 2026 promises to inspire creators, investors, and audiences worldwide.