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Show the future in action at MWC Doha 2026

Bring your demo to the heart of MENA’s digital future

MWC Doha returns on 8–10 November 2026 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center, bringing together leaders across telco, tech and policy to turn MENA’s digital vision into action.

The GSMA Foundry is inviting member organisations to submit bold, interactive demo ideas for the GSMA Pavilion at MWC Doha 2026.

We are looking for real-world innovation. Not slideware. Not concepts. Demos that show how advanced connectivity, AI, data, platforms and digital services are solving practical problems across industries.

The GSMA Pavilion is where operators, enterprises, startups, governments, investors, and technology leaders come together to discover the innovations redefining industries and accelerating digital transformation worldwide.

Why Exhibit at the GSMA Pavilion

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MWC Doha is where the region’s digital ambition meets global technology leadership. The 2026 event will explore areas including 5G, AI, smart cities and digital transformation, aligned with Qatar’s National Vision 2030.

Selected demos will gain the opportunity to:

Showcase innovation on the GSMA Pavilion
Engage senior decision-makers from across MENA and beyond
Build visibility with operators, partners, policymakers and enterprise leaders
Demonstrate practical impact through a live, hands-on experience
Position your organisation as part of the GSMA Foundry innovation ecosystem

What We’re Looking For

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We welcome demos that are:

Interactive, visual and easy to understand
Relevant to MENA’s digital transformation priorities
Built around real use cases, measurable impact or live deployments
Strongly connected to mobile, connectivity or digital infrastructure
Suitable for a high-profile event environment

Priority themes include:

AI for networks, services and enterprise transformation
5G Advanced and next-generation connectivity
Smart cities and digital infrastructure
Fintech, identity, fraud prevention and trust
Satellite, NTN and hybrid connectivity
IoT, automation and connected industries
Digital health, education and public services

Please note: purely screen-based demonstrations or presentation-only concepts will not be considered.

Who Should Apply

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This opportunity is open to GSMA members, partners, start-ups, scale-ups, technology providers, operators, public sector innovators and ecosystem collaborators with a strong story to tell.

What Makes a Strong Submission

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The best demos will clearly answer three questions:

What problem does it solve?
Why does mobile or advanced connectivity matter?
What impact could it have for people, businesses, industries or society?

Important Information & How to Apply

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Submission Deadline: Friday, 14 August 2026
Eligibility: Current GSMA Members or partner organisations working with a GSMA Member.

Apply to showcase your demo

Submit your proposal for the chance to be featured within the GSMA Pavilion at MWC Doha 2026.

How to apply

Applications for the GSMA Pavilion at MWC Doha 2026 are now open.

To be considered, complete the application form below and provide as much detail as possible about your technology, demo experience, business impact, and showcase requirements.

Early submissions are strongly encouraged due to limited availability.conversations, showcase innon-only concepts will not be considered.

Apply to showcase your demo

Event: MWC Doha 2026

Dates: 8-10 November 2026

Venue: Doha Exhibition and Convention Center, Doha, Qatar

Application Deadline: Friday, 14 August 2026

Eligibility: Current GSMA Members or partner organisations that include a GSMA Member.

Expression of Interest Form

If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to us on foundry@gsma.com.

First Name

Last Name

Job Title

Company Name

Industry Description

Country / Region

Are you a GSMA Member?

What would you like to showcase at the GSMA Pavilion during MWC Doha 2026?

Name of the Solution / Showcase and Description (Please provide a concise overview of your solution, including what it does and the problem it addresses)

Unique Value Proposition (What makes your solution unique or innovative? Why is it relevant and valuable to GSMA Pavilion attendees?)

Target Audience

Demo / Showcase Experience Description (Please describe the visitor journey step-by-step, if possible. What will attendees see, hear, and do when they engage with your showcase?)

Please describe how attendees interact with your demo and the technologies involved (e.g. devices, sensors, AR/VR, real-time data, etc)

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I understand that I will be liable to contribute funding to GSMA to cover the build costs and services associated with constructing my demo (AV, demo design and structure, internet, electricity, graphics design and production, lighting, etc.); floor space in the GSMA Pavilion is provided by GSMA without charge.