19–21 March 2027 · Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Where design & innovation leaders meet.
The Middle East’s #1 conference for digital innovation and UX.
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More than a conference
A full weekend, designed around you.
From the first coffee to the conversations after the final session, every hour is planned — and the gaps between them are planned too.
The weekend
A full weekend designed for you.
From the first coffee to the conversations after the final session, every part of it is built around ideas, connections and experiences.
Past speakers
A track record of bringing together the greatest minds.
Speakers from the last Dubai edition. The 2027 line-up is announced closer to the date.
The programme
Two conference days, plus the VIP Friday.
Saturday and Sunday run three stages side by side. Friday’s Business Day comes with the VIP ticket.
Connect & do business
Workshops, roundtables, Padel, Tennis and curated networking experiences run in parallel, some at external locations.
Discover & celebrate
Official Conference Afterparty
Details coming soon.
Learn & experience
Padel, Tennis and further networking experiences may run in parallel at separate locations, subject to capacity and confirmation.
Who is in it
Everyone who leads future product, brand and customer experiences.
Two minutes
The DDX experience.
What a day actually looks like — the talks, the table talks, the people.
DDX in the press
“Designers, strategists and diverse thinkers come together to bridge the gap between groundbreaking tech and the heart of what truly matters: people.”
Paqui Lizana — Global Head of Technology Strategy, IKEA
What people posted afterwards
Straight from the feed.
Unprompted, from the people who were in the room.
Three tracks
Built around why you came.
The same three tracks in every city, so you can shape the day around what you actually need.
Keynotes and panels on leading design and product teams through change.
Hands-on break-outs on research, process and the tooling that actually sticks.
Work from global brands, growing startups and innovative consultancies.
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- Connect with peers and innovation experts
- Food, coffee and drinks throughout the day
- Talks, workshops and roundtables by invited speakers
Every DDX edition so far has sold out. Seats are capped on purpose.
Questions
Before you book.
What is DDX Dubai?
DDX Dubai is a one-day conference on UX, product design, AI and digital innovation, held on 19–21 March 2027 at Dubai Silicon Oasis in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is one edition of the global DDX series, run by FastForward Global GmbH.
When and where does DDX Dubai take place?
DDX Dubai takes place on 19–21 March 2027 at Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It runs as a single full day.
Who should attend DDX Dubai?
DDX is built for UX and product designers, product managers and strategists, researchers, innovation professionals, design leaders and founders. Across editions, 53% of guests are senior or manager level, and juniors and students are kept in the mix on purpose.
How much is a ticket for DDX Dubai, and what does it include?
Tickets for DDX Dubai start at AED 700, and a ticket covers every talk, panel, workshop and table talk, plus food, coffee and drinks throughout the day. Prices rise in stages, so booking earlier costs less.
What language is the conference in?
English. Every talk, session and workshop at DDX is held in English.
Do tickets for DDX Dubai sell out?
Every DDX edition so far has sold out. Dubai is capped at 600 guests. The cap is deliberate: the size of the room is what makes the conversations work, so seats are limited rather than scaled up.
Can I get a refund, or pass my ticket to a colleague?
Tickets are not refundable, but they are transferable. Write to office@fastforward.global with the booking details and the name of the person taking your place, and we will move the ticket over.
Where do I pick up my badge?
At the registration desk in the lobby of Dubai Silicon Oasis, on the day of the event. Bring the booking confirmation; there is nothing to print in advance.
Is there an age requirement?
No. The programme and the setting suit any age, and students are part of the room by design.
Can I apply to speak at DDX Dubai?
Yes, and applications are open year-round. Submit your topic and a short outline at ddxconference.com/speak, or write to office@fastforward.global. A talk is 20 minutes on stage plus 10 minutes of questions; panels run 45 minutes, workshops 60 and table talks 30.
How can my company partner with DDX?
Partnership runs from booths and branding to hosting a table talk. The formats and what each one includes are at ddxconference.com/partner, or write to office@fastforward.global.
Can I volunteer at DDX?
Yes. Volunteers help run the day and attend the programme. Apply at ddxconference.com/join-volunteer or write to office@fastforward.global.
Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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