BRIDGE Summit drives $200 million deal to boost UAE's media sector

A $200 million investment multi-dimensional partnership deal has been outlined at BRIDGE Summit 2025 that will position the UAE as the world’s new epicentre for compute, advanced media production and next-generation education.

The partnership was formalised between Archeo Futurus, Trillium Technologies and Daywalker Global during a press conference titled "UAE: The New Hub of Compute, the Engine Powering the Evolution of Global Media, Tech and Education".

At the heart of the announcement is a commitment to establish a Media and Technology Innovation Centre in Abu Dhabi beginning in 2026, a facility centred on hyper-efficient advanced computing, cloud technologies, AI infrastructure and cutting-edge media production capabilities.

The group also revealed its intention to film at least two major motion pictures in the UAE next year, anchoring new creative industries and talent pipelines in the region.

The agreement reflects the growing confidence global innovators are placing in Abu Dhabi as a base for technological and creative expansion.

The announcement was delivered by Kyle Barnette, CEO of Archeo Futurus, joined by his partners Wesley Snipes, the legendary superstar and CEO of Daywalker Group; John Al Mansour, CEO of Treasures Petroleum North America and Partner at Archeo Futurus, and Danial Kluss, Chairman of Archeo Futurus.

To support this effort, they created Trillium Technologies and launched the first bond ever securitised by compute and currently listed in the US and the Vienna Stock Exchange.

Speaking during the Summit, Kyle Barnette, CEO of Archeo Futurus, highlighted that they  "view the UAE as one of our most important global hubs for deploying our advanced computing technologies and expanding our major film, media and education initiatives".

Barnette described why the group selected Abu Dhabi and UAE as the centre of this global platform, stating that their "full intention is to support the UAE as it strengthens its position as a global leader in efficient computing, film, digital media and education". He added that the partnership is "committed to investing in the development of local talent across technology and the arts. Our mission aligns with the UAE’s national vision for science, technology and innovation."

John Al Mansour, CEO of Treasures Petroleum North America and Partner at Archeo Futurus also commented that "the UAE is not just keeping pace with global technological change - it is defining it. What we are witnessing today is the emergence of a nation that understands the power of compute, the limitless potential of AI, and the transformative impact of next-generation media ecosystems".

He added that the partnership is "proud to contribute to an environment where groundbreaking ideas become industries and where global talent comes to create what’s next".

The UAE strengthened its position as a global connector for media, technology and culture as BRIDGE Summit 2025 closed on Wednesday with a wide-ranging roster of new agreements, underscoring its scale as the world’s largest debut media event.

The Summit marked a major expansion of the UAE’s strategic influence, unveiling partnerships that span content, artificial intelligence, robotics, youth development, global distribution, digital culture and future-ready media ecosystems.

More than 30 MoUs were signed across three days, reflecting the Summit’s ability to generate new commercial pathways and cross-border collaborations.