BRIDGE Media Hub

BRIDGE Summit 2025 to host 430 speakers, 1,200 CEOs, 260 agencies and 5,000 media professionals from across the globe

BRIDGE’s cross-sector diversity across Media, Tech, Creator Economy, and Picture tracks

BRIDGE Summit 2025 reveals a new wave of visionary storytellers and innovators driving the future of media, content, and entertainment

Featuring Gary Vaynerchuk, Fabrizio Romano, Andrew Zimmern, Joe Hattab, Bassam Kousa, Amit Sharma (Crazy XYZ), and Oscar-winning Blinkink, the announcement showcases BRIDGE’s cross-sector diversity across Media, Tech, Creator Economy, and Picture tracks

Abdulla Al Hamed announces BRIDGE Alliance and its global Board of Directors to advance the future of the world’s content economy

UAE-based BRIDGE Alliance launches as a global ecosystem uniting leaders from government, business, technology and culture

Global icon Idris Elba to join BRIDGE Summit 2025 alongside 400 visionaries shaping the future of media, content, and entertainment

Over 60,000 participants from six continents will gather at Abu Dhabi’s ADNEC for BRIDGE Summit 2025 — the world’s first and largest debut event for media, content, and entertainment.

Media Track at BRIDGE Summit 2025 to confront the global credibility crisis and the economics of influence

More than 100 speakers to debate who funds, owns, and verifies the world’s stories across 50+ sessions in Abu Dhabi, December 8 - 10

BRIDGE Summit 2025 to spotlight seven content tracks shaping the future of media, content, and entertainment

Seven integrated tracks mapping the modern media ecosystem — from Media and Creator Economy to Music, Gaming, Technology, Marketing, and Picture — advancing the global content industry

BRIDGE and X announce partnership to advance the future of global media and communication

Partnership will see X exhibit at BRIDGE Summit 2025 and showcase innovative experiences and cutting-edge thought leadership at the Summit

BRIDGE Summit 2025 unveils its guest lineup with a second wave of global leaders in thought, creativity, and influence

Former UK Cabinet Ministers, Global Media CEOs, and Philanthropic Leaders join the world’s largest media event; taking place from December 8–10 in Abu Dhabi

BRIDGE Summit 2025 announces first wave of global speakers for the world’s largest debut media event

Inspiring visionaries and trailblazers across media, content, and entertainment confirmed for UAE’s landmark summit from December 8–10 at ADNEC

BRIDGE and Instagram collaborate to showcase creative technology in entertainment at El Gouna Film Festival 2025

The collaboration featured an AI-led activation honouring celebrity Yousra’s five-decade career, illustrating how technology is shaping new creative experiences

BRIDGE Summit and Meta collaborate to create new opportunities for creators and innovators worldwide

Landmark collaboration will see Meta bring thought leadership, activations, and global platforms to the world’s largest debut media and content gathering in UAE - Abu Dhabi

BRIDGE Partners with LinkedIn to Connect Talent, Ideas, and Opportunities Worldwide

BRIDGE–LinkedIn partnership reflects the UAE’s investment in talent and the creation of future opportunities.

UAE to build the greatest bridge in the world

Article by H.E Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Office, and Chairman of the UAE Media Council,Chairman of BRIDGE

Abdulla Al Hamed explores future of technology and media with Elon Musk, extends invitation to BRIDGE Summit

As part of BRIDGE’s strategy to build high-impact partnerships with technology leaders, pioneers, and global innovation hubs.

UAE launches BRIDGE Summit - the world’s largest platform for media, content and entertainment - bringing together over 60,000 participants in Abu Dhabi

The inaugural edition will run from December 8 to 10, hosting 400 global speakers and featuring 300 activities and activations including 200 panel discussions and talks and 50 workshops

BRIDGE delegation meets Egypt’s leading media institutions - National Media Authority and United Media Services

As part of global preparatory roadshow for BRIDGE Summit 2025

BRIDGE official visit to Seoul strengthens UAE-South Korea media and tech collaboration ahead of the BRIDGE Summit

This visit, part of the BRIDGE Asia series, focused on advancing UAE-South Korea partnerships across media, AI, technology, and creative industries ahead of the BRIDGE Summit in Abu Dhabi this December

Abdullah Al Hamed’s visit to ChinaJoy 2025 paves the way for future Emirati-Chinese collaboration in gaming

As part of the BRIDGE Summit 2025 preparatory tour, the visit focused on China’s innovations in gaming, AI, and smart mobility

Abdulla Al Hamed meets Shanghai media leaders to advance UAE–China media cooperation

His Excellency Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the UAE National Media Office and Chairman of the UAE Media Council, conducted a high-level visit to Shanghai where he met with senior leaders of Shanghai United Media Group (SUMG) and Shanghai Media Group (SMG).

Abdulla Al Hamed visits Huawei’s Research and Development Centre in Shanghai

Abdulla Al Hamed visited Huawei’s Research and Development Centre in Shanghai as part of the preparatory tour for the "BRIDGE 2025" Summit

BRIDGE Roadshow lands in Shanghai as UAE spearheads global dialogue to redefine the future of media

The BRIDGE Roadshow continues its momentum as Shanghai, China, hosts the latest stop in its global journey, bringing together leaders from media, technology, business, finance, and public policy to explore the evolving role of media and information ecosystems.

Abdulla Al Hamed meets leading media and technology executives in Shanghai

His Excellency Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Office and Chairman of the UAE Media Council, held a series of high-level meetings with leading global executives in media, creative investment, smart education, and advanced technology during the BRIDGE Roadshow’s stop in Shanghai.

After New York and London, BRIDGE moves to Osaka in preparation for BRIDGE Summit 2025 – the world’s largest event uniting leading minds in media, arts, and cultural content creation in Abu Dhabi

Global roadshow continues momentum as Japan hosts third stop, advancing conversations on AI, media innovation, and cross-cultural collaboration in preparation for Abu Dhabi summit.

BRIDGE - Asia Roadshow

Abdulla Al Hamed explores media, tech cooperation in London

Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Office (NMO) and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the UAE Media Council, met with Michelle Donelan, former UK Minister of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, in London.

Abdulla Al Hamed meets Arab content creators in Cannes

Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Office (NMO) and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the UAE Media Council, met with a number of Arab content creators during his participation in the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity in the French city of Cannes.

Abdulla Al Hamed holds high-level meetings with global media executives in Cannes in preparation for BRIDGE Summit

Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Office (NMO) and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the UAE Media Council, held a series of bilateral meetings with top executives from global media and technology companies during his participation in the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity in France.

Abdulla Al Hamed meets Prince of Netherlands, Cannes official ahead of BRIDGE Summit in Abu Dhabi

Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Office (NMO) and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the UAE Media Council, met Constantijn Christof Frederik Aschwin, Prince of the Netherlands, Honorary President of the World Press Photo Foundation, and Jean-Michel Arnaud, President of le Palais des Festivals and Deputy Mayor for Culture in the city of Cannes, during the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity in France.

Abdulla Al Hamed attends session on media cooperation, innovation in AI era

Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Office (NMO) and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the UAE Media Council, attended a panel session on enhancing collaboration and innovation in the media and marketing sectors in the age of artificial intelligence.

Connecting Visionaries at Cannes Lions 2025

UAE National Media Office hosts roundtable in London in preparation for BRIDGE Summit

The UAE’s National Media Office (NMO) hosted a strategic roundtable in London as part of its preparatory efforts for the upcoming BRIDGE Summit.

Abdulla Al Hamed holds talks with media leaders in London ahead of 'BRIDGE'

Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Office (NMO) and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the UAE Media Council, held a series of bilateral meetings in London with several leaders from the global media sector, including institutions, companies and academic organisations.

Rebuilding Trust | BRIDGE London 2025

National Media Office Oganises Key Roundtable for Upcoming 'BRIDGE Summit'

As a significant step in preparing for the "BRIDGE" Summit, the National Media Office (NMO) convened a high-profile roundtable during the 2025 INMA World Congress of News Media in New York. The event saw the attendance of Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of both the NMO and the UAE Media Council.

Abdulla Al Hamed holds bilateral meetings in New York with leaders of institutions, media leaders in preparation for BRIDGE Summit

Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Office, and Chairman of the UAE Media Council, held a series of bilateral meetings in New York with several media and academic institutions, companies, and leaders.

NYC 2025 Meetings

NYC 2025 Roundtable

Abdulla Al Hamed attends 'Momentum AI' conference in New York

Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Office and Chairman of the UAE Media Council, attended the Reuters-hosted “Momentum AI New York 2025” in the United States from 28th to 29th April.

Momentum AI Gallery

BRIDGE Event Dubai

UAE Launches BRIDGE: A Global Initiative to Transform the Media Landscape

The United Arab Emirates has launched BRIDGE, a global initiative to transform the media landscape. The initiative is a collaboration between the UAE and the World Economic Forum, and aims to create a more connected and transparent media landscape.

BRIDGE Launch Event Gallery