The 4 Cs- Key Pillars for CABSAT 2026
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CREATIVE
CONTENT SOUK
Where Stories Are Created, Discovered, and Commercialized
The Creative pillar at CABSAT is the region’s leading content marketplace, bringing together creators, producers, studios, distributors, platforms, and rights holders across film, TV, digital, and emerging formats.
It is the meeting point where ideas turn into IP, partnerships are formed, and content finds its global audience.
A Commercial Hub for the Content Economy
This pillar attracts decision-makers and creatives from across the content value chain, including:
- Film & TV production companies
- Content distributors & aggregators
- Streaming platforms & OTT players
- Animation, VFX & post-production studios
- Writers, directors & independent creators
- Content financiers, buyers & commissioning editors
Why Creative Professionals Must Attend
- Pitch, buy, and sell original content and formats
- Meet regional and international content buyers
- Discover co-production and financing opportunities
- Network with studios, broadcasters, and platforms shaping future storytelling
- Showcase new IP, trailers, formats, and creative talent
Exclusive Creative Features
- Content Souk
- Co-Production Salon
- Pitching Sessions
- Creators & Producers Networking Programme
- Screenings & Showcases
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CONNECTED
BROADCASTING
Powering the Distribution of Content to the World
The Connected pillar represents the broadcasting backbone of CABSAT, bringing together the technologies, platforms, and service providers that enable content to be delivered seamlessly across satellite, terrestrial, IP, and cloud-based networks.
It is where traditional broadcast meets next-generation delivery.
The Region’s Broadcast & Transmission Ecosystem
This pillar attracts global and regional leaders across:
- Satellite operators & service providers
- Broadcast networks & media houses
- Playout, uplink & transmission solutions
- IP, cloud & hybrid broadcast workflows
- Media distribution & contribution technologies
- Network infrastructure & connectivity solutions
Why Broadcast Stakeholders Must Attend
- Explore the future of broadcast and hybrid distribution
- Connect with satellite operators, broadcasters, and network owners
- Evaluate next-gen playout, monitoring, and transmission technologies
- Understand the shift from linear to IP-based delivery
- Build partnerships across regional and international markets
Exclusive Connected Features
- Broadcast Technology Zone
- Satellite & Connectivity Showcase
- Future of Broadcast Conference
- Live Tech Demonstrations
- Broadcasters & Operators Networking Programme
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CONVERGE
MEDIA TECHNOLOGY
Building Smarter, More Responsible Media Ecosystems
The Conscious pillar focuses on media technology innovation—highlighting how AI, cloud, data, automation, and sustainability are reshaping how content is produced, managed, monetised, and governed.
It reflects the industry’s shift towards efficiency, responsibility, and future-ready operations.
Driving the Next Generation of Media Tech
This pillar brings together solution providers and innovators across:
- AI & automation for media workflows
- Cloud-based production & asset management
- Media analytics, data & audience intelligence
- Cybersecurity & content protection
- Sustainable broadcast & green production technologies
- Workflow optimisation & media management systems
Why Media Tech Leaders Must Attend
- Discover intelligent, scalable media technologies
- Learn how AI and automation are transforming production and distribution
- Explore sustainable and cost-efficient media operations
- Engage with technology providers shaping the future of media
- Gain insights into regulatory, security, and compliance trends
Exclusive Conscious Features
- AI & Media Tech Zone
- Future Media Technology Conference
- Tech Innovation Showcases
- Sustainability & Green Media Sessions
- Media Tech Leaders Roundtables
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CONSCIOUS
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