Proponent: Polkadot Now India: 16G7wZerqxib8YMDn3FKVfSMp1hky159JdhcGqHzy65F6RXE

Date: 8th March, 2024

Requested DOT: 32393.20 DOT (USD $270,710) (Rate: $8.357 / DOT based on an EMA30 rate on Subscan on 8th March, 2024)


Short description:

[Polkadot Pulse: Dubai Edition ](https://lu.ma/Polkadot_Pulse_Dubai)is designed to coincide with [Token2049 in Dubai](https://www.dubai.token2049.com/), positioning itself as a prominent side event to harness the global blockchain community's presence. This iteration aims to replicate the success of [Polkadot Pulse Bangalore Edition,](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vn2DAdyl3dU) bringing together an anticipated 1000+ attendees, including ecosystem parachain teams, to spotlight projects and engage deeply with the international blockchain community. This event will offer a platform for knowledge exchange, networking, and showcasing the Polkadot ecosystem's innovations.

Our team recognises the potential synergy between the Polkadot ecosystem and the dynamic blockchain community gathering for Token2049, Dubai. By hosting Polkadot Pulse: Dubai Edition and Polkadot Networking Night alongside this highly anticipated “Token2049, Dubai”, we aim to educate, engage, and inspire developers, investors, and industry leaders about the remarkable capabilities of Polkadot.

Our team is composed of enthusiastic members who are deeply engaged in the Polkadot community. We are passionate about creating an event that leverages the energy of this blockchain epicenter in Dubai to further expand Polkadot's reach.

The event's goal is to attract developers, researchers, media, investors, and other stakeholders, fostering knowledge sharing and forging new collaborations within the Polkadot ecosystem.

Team 

Rish Kumar  - Growth Head, KILT Protocol, Lead, Polkadot Now India

Sohail Shaikh - Senior Marketing Manager, Cointelegraph, Ex-Astar, Ambassador

Event Registration Link - [https://lu.ma/Polkadot_Pulse_Dubai](https://lu.ma/Polkadot_Pulse_Dubai)


Link to the full proposal can be found [here](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1BzzCzQRA3RijCnNbZZL1Q6_uGA6OvPLyb_da8mVJ30M/edit?usp=sharing) 

- **Problem Statement:** Organizing Polkadot Pulse: Dubai Edition to engage the global blockchain community during Token2049 in Dubai.
- **Significance:** Showcasing Polkadot projects, fostering collaborations, and educating attendees about Polkadot's capabilities.
- **Proposed Solution:** Hosting Polkadot Pulse: Dubai Edition alongside Token2049 to attract developers, investors, and industry leaders.
- **Expected Outcomes:** Increased awareness, knowledge sharing, and collaborations within the Polkadot ecosystem.

#554 Polkadot Pulse Dubai Edition & Networking Night @ Token2049, Dubai

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