GITEX Global 2025, held October 13-17 in Dubai, was the 45th edition of the tech and AI event, featuring over 6,800 companies and 2,000 startups to showcase innovations in areas like AI, cybersecurity, and quantum computing. The event highlighted advancements such as brain-computer interfaces, AI-driven gene editing, and smart contact lenses, focusing on moving AI from concept to practical application to build a future AI economy.