October 2026 in KSA
Tech & AI
Oct 12–14 · CST Headquarters, Riyadh
Global Space Connectivity & Sustainability Events.
A combined event that merges ITU's 'Connecting the World from the Skies' forum with the Space Sustainability Forum under the theme 'Connected Earth, Sustainable Space'. Regulators, satellite operators, telecom companies and researchers meet to discuss non-terrestrial networks, direct-to-device connectivity and the responsible use of space.
What to expect
- Speakers include ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin, CST Governor Haytham AlOhali and SES CEO Adel Al-Saleh
- Winners of the IEEE Non-Terrestrial Networks 2026 research competition announced
- Onsite and virtual participation, with a masterclass on 11 October
Why it matters for marketers
Satellite, telecom and tech brands can reach global regulators and operators at a Saudi-hosted, UN-backed space-connectivity event.
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