Disney+ has been announced as a Strategic Partner for the fourth edition of the 1 Billion Followers Summit, further expanding its global collaborations within the digital media and entertainment sector. The event, organized by the UAE Government Media Office, is scheduled to take place from January 9 to 11, 2026, across Emirates Towers, the Dubai International Financial Centre, and the Museum of the Future.

This year’s Summit will focus on the theme “Content for Good”, emphasizing the importance of purposeful and impactful digital storytelling. The partnership with Disney+ highlights the Summit’s commitment to attracting major international companies, enhancing digital content creation, and strengthening the global creator ecosystem.

Through collaborations like this, the Summit aims to empower creators by providing access to world-class expertise, helping them reach broader audiences and build sustainable careers. These efforts also reinforce the UAE’s position as a leading global hub for digital media and the creative economy.

Tamim Fares, Director of Disney+ Middle East, commented, “We are proud to take part in the 1 Billion Followers Summit—an important global platform that brings together leading creators and storytellers from around the world. Content creation is a fundamental pillar of the entertainment industry, and at Disney+, we see the impact talented creators have in shaping how audiences discover and engage with stories. Our collaboration with the Summit opens new pathways for Disney+ to work with and support creators in the Middle East, reinforcing our commitment to fostering meaningful, culturally resonant content.”

Her Excellency Alia AlHammadi, Vice Chairperson of the UAE Government Media Office and Director of the 1 Billion Followers Summit, stated, “Our collaboration with Disney+ is a valuable addition that reflects the global stature achieved by the Summit and marks a strategic step toward building alliances with leading international companies in content creation and entertainment. Disney+ brings extensive expertise in creative content production and talent development. Through this partnership, we aim to enhance the capabilities of Summit participants, equipping them with the tools, knowledge, and experiences needed to create purposeful content that meets global standards.”

She further emphasized the Summit’s ongoing efforts to integrate global expertise with local talent, enabling content creators to expand their reach across diverse markets and adapt to the rapidly evolving digital media landscape.

The fourth edition of the 1 Billion Followers Summit builds on the success of its previous event in January 2025, which attracted over 15,000 content creators and influencers, 420 speakers, 125 CEOs and global experts, and recorded more than 30,000 in-person attendees and 1.5 billion digital interactions.

In preparation for the upcoming edition, the Summit has announced several major global initiatives, including:

• The world’s largest AI-generated film award, valued at $1 million, launched in collaboration with Google
• The Creators Ventures Accelerator, part of the second edition of the Creators Ventures programme, organized and supported by Creators HQ in collaboration with 500 Global, with up to AED 50 million allocated to support creators and startups
• The introduction of a dedicated pavilion for content creation companies, a first for the Summit, aimed at advancing the content creation economy and empowering young creators

These initiatives are designed to inspire and support the next generation of content creators, providing them with opportunities to learn from leading influencers and establish their own successful ventures.

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