MWC26 Doha brought together senior industry leaders, policymakers and regulators for three days of exhibition, discussion, networking and dealmaking in Doha
DOHA, Qatar, Nov. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- MWC26 Doha closed today as over 10,000 attendees from 100 countries and territories convened in Qatar, proving the scale and ambition of the Middle East and North Africa's digital growth and transformation. Across three days of keynote sessions, conferences, and summits, and hosted in partnership with the State of Qatar's Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), delegates explored how embedded intelligence, next-generation infrastructure and national digital strategies are reshaping the Middle East and North Africa's role in the global connectivity ecosystem.
In a first-of-its-kind co-location, MWC26 Doha ran alongside the opening days of the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference (PP-26).
Sianne Ryder, CEO, Events and Industry Services, GSMA Ltd, said: "This week at MWC26 Doha, policymakers and regulators sat side by side with industry leaders and innovators to debate, connect and shape MENA's digital future. Co-locating with the opening days of ITU PP-26 created something unique: a place where those setting the global digital agenda could engage directly with the operators, technology companies and investors bringing it to life. The result was sharper conversations, stronger connections and a clearer path from policy to progress. We look forward to seeing the partnerships forged in Doha deliver impact across the region and beyond. Thank you to everyone who joined us - and especially to our hosts at MCIT."
MWC26 Doha in numbers:
- Over 10,000 unique attendees from 100 countries and territories
- 14% C-suite attendees, 37% director level and above
- 62% of attendees representing industries adjacent to the core mobile ecosystem
- GSMA Ministerial Programme convened 86 delegations, including 36 Ministers and 34 Heads of National Regulatory Authorities. In total, 74 countries and 12 intergovernmental organisations were represented
- 195 speakers across keynote sessions, summits and partner programmes
- ~100 exhibitors, sponsors and partners across the show floor, parallel to ITU PP-26
- 42 partnerships and announcements signed in the Announcement Lounge
- More than 220 media, content creators and industry analysts on-site
GSMA now turns its attention to MWC27 Barcelona on 1-4 March 2027, with registration now open. We look forward to welcoming the region's connectivity ecosystem back to Doha, from 15-17 November 2027.
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GSMA MWC26 Doha welcomed over 10,000 attendees, as world-first ITU co-location puts MENA at the centre of global connectivity policy and innovation
The global lifestyle technology brand is celebrating the holiday season with savings of up to 42% on its best-selling hair dryers and more.
NEW YORK, Nov. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Laifen, the global personal care technology brand redefining everyday routines through innovation, design and performance, is making holiday shopping brighter with Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals across its growing beauty and personal care ecosystem. From November 1 through December 2, U.S. shoppers can enjoy exclusive Black Friday and Cyber Monday savings across Laifen's official website and major retail partners, including Amazon, Target, and Costco.
Designed to bring together cutting-edge technology, sleek design and everyday functionality, Laifen's innovations make thoughtful gifts for beauty lovers, tech enthusiasts and anyone looking to elevate their daily routine. This holiday season, shoppers can discover savings across the brand's highly popular high-speed hair dryers, with additional deals on innovative styling tools, advanced electric toothbrushes and precision grooming devices, with standout offers available throughout the Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping period.
The Special hairdryer deals available on LaifenTech.com and Amazon include:
Laifen will also be offering Black Friday savings at the following retail partners:
- Costco | November 1-30
- 20% off the Laifen SE Hair Dryer in pink, white and purple, offering members savings on essential high-speed hair care.
- 20% off the Laifen SE Hair Dryer in pink, white and purple, offering members savings on essential high-speed hair care.
- Target | November 22-28
- 30% off select Laifen products, including:
- AutoCurl Curling Iron
- SE Lite Hair Dryer
- SE 2 Hair Dryer
- Mini Hair Dryer + Bag
- Swift Premium Hair Dryer + Bag
- 30% off select Laifen products, including:
- AutoCurl Curling Iron
- SE Lite Hair Dryer
- SE 2 Hair Dryer
- Mini Hair Dryer + Bag
- Swift Premium Hair Dryer + Bag
- AutoCurl Curling Iron
- SE Lite Hair Dryer
- SE 2 Hair Dryer
- Mini Hair Dryer + Bag
- Swift Premium Hair Dryer + Bag
This Black Friday, Laifen is making innovative personal care technology more accessible than ever. With a growing portfolio spanning hair care, styling, oral care, and men's grooming, Laifen offers thoughtful holiday gifts that combine advanced technology, exceptional performance, and great value.
Shop the sales now and for more information on Laifen, please visit www.laifentech.com or follow @laifen_tech and @laifentech on social media.
About Laifen:
Founded in 2019, Laifen is a global personal care technology brand redefining everyday routines through high-performance engineering and thoughtful design. Guided by the belief that exceptional personal care should be within reach, Laifen combines proprietary technology with thoughtfully considered design to create products engineered to perform, built to last, and designed to be loved.
With a growing portfolio across hair care, beauty, self-care, and grooming, Laifen brings the same precision, performance, and intention to every aspect of daily life. Recognized by Euromonitor International as the World's No. 1 High-Speed Hair Dryer Brand, Laifen is built on proprietary ultra-high-speed brushless motor technology and supported by 600+ patents and 100+ international design and technology awards. Today, Laifen is trusted by more than 35 million households across over 60 countries.
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Laifen Brings Innovation Within Reach to U.S. Shoppers This Black Friday with Up to 42% Off Award-Winning Personal Care Tech
Laifen Brings Innovation Within Reach to U.S. Shoppers This Black Friday with Up to 42% Off Award-Winning Personal Care Tech
Laifen Brings Innovation Within Reach to U.S. Shoppers This Black Friday with Up to 42% Off Award-Winning Personal Care Tech
