The Abu Dhabi Media Summit is a gathering of people and companies driving the transition to a more fully networked new world. The three-day event features a combination of high-profile public sessions and closed-door discussions, bringing together global media players and their emerging-market counterparts.

This year's Summit will take place from October 9-11.

Focus sectors include mobile, television, print, entertainment, news, music, advertising & marketing, venture capital & equity finance, with special emphasis on the Middle East, the Indian Subcontinent, East Asia and China.

Selected entrepreneurs and start-up companies are also featured, bridging the gap between both established and disruptive entrants.

To check out the program, click here.