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  • Tuesday 10th
  • 08:00 - 09:20
    REGISTRATION
  • 09:00 - 09:10
    WORLD AI SUMMIT OPENING AND CREATIVE SHOW
  • 09:10 - 09:15
    WELCOME Inspired Minds Sarah Porter, Founder & CEO, InspiredMinds!
    • Sarah Porter, Founder & CEO, InspiredMinds!

  • 09:15 - 09:18
    FANAR LAUNCH
  • 09:18 - 09:30
    OPENING REMARKS Dr Ahmed K Elmagarmid, Founding Executive Director, Qatar Computing Research Institute
    • Dr Ahmed K Elmagarmid, Founding Executive Director, Qatar Computing Research Institute

  • 09:30 - 09:45
    WELCOME and Chairperson’s opening remarks Jonathan McCrea, Founder, Whipsmart Media
    • Jonathan McCrea, Founder, Whipsmart Media

  • 09:40 - 10:00
    HEADLINER: Should I be thinking about AI in the shower? Robustness automation and new science in innovation Samantha Samaras, Global Vice President Science & Technology, Beauty and Personal Care R&D, Unilever

    To compete at the forefront of research and development, Unilever is developing automation and digital tools to unlock and advance science across their research. This includes high performance computing to access vast amounts of biological and formulation data which allows us to compress decades of lab work into days. Using AI and machine learning, Unilever is driving novel insights that will power the products of tomorrow.

    • Samantha Samaras, Global Vice President Science & Technology, Beauty and Personal Care R&D, Unilever

  • 10:00 - 10:20
    HEADLINER: Scaling AI for business: Driving productivity and innovation with responsible governance Shukri Eid, VP and General Manager, IBM Gulf, Levant and Pakistan

    The time for widespread business adoption of generative AI is now. But how can businesses fully leverage this technology to create unique value, achieve sustainable growth, and gain a distinctive advantage in the age of AI? Join this session to learn how AI can boost productivity, why maintaining strong governance is crucial to ensuring ethical, transparent, and responsible AI use, and how businesses can position themselves to thrive in this rapidly evolving landscape.

    • Shukri Eid, VP and General Manager, IBM Gulf, Levant and Pakistan

  • 11:00 - 11:40
    REFRESHMENTS, NETWORKING AND MEET-UP
  • RESPONSIBLE AI AND GOVERNANCE - MAIN STAGE
    • 11:40 - 12:00
      KEYNOTE: AI: Unexplainable, Unpredictable, Uncontrollable Dr. Roman V. Yampolskiy, Author; Associate Professor of Computer Science and Engineering, University of Louisville

      Many scientists, futurologists and philosophers have predicted that AI will enable humanity to achieve radical technological breakthroughs in the years ahead. In his talk, Dr. Yampolskiy will cover current progress in artificial intelligence and predicted future developments, including artificial general intelligence and superintelligence. The talk will address some obstacles to progress in development of safe AI as well as ethical issues associated with advanced intelligent machines. The problem of control will be covered in the context of safety and security of AI.

      • Dr. Roman V. Yampolskiy, Author; Associate Professor of Computer Science and Engineering, University of Louisville

    • 12:00 - 12:40
      PANEL DISCUSSION: Navigating the AI regulatory landscape to ensure organizational readiness for AI adoption and encourage technological innovation Moderator:
      Dr Jon Truby, Artificial Intelligence Law Professor, National University of Singapore
      Panellists:
      Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Ali, Director, Centre for Fourth Industrial Revolution, Ministry of Finance, Qatar
      Ram Kumar, Chief Data & Analytics Officer, Cigna International Health & Head of Cigna Global Centre of Excellence
      Faisal Hamady, Managing Director and Partner, BCG
      Sarah Wyer, PhD Researcher, Durham University
      • What challenges and opportunities do AI and data governance pose?
      • Best practice for establishing robust digital governance frameworks
      • Moderator:

      • Dr Jon Truby, Artificial Intelligence Law Professor, National University of Singapore

      • Panellists:

      • Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Ali, Director, Centre for Fourth Industrial Revolution, Ministry of Finance, Qatar

      • Ram Kumar, Chief Data & Analytics Officer, Cigna International Health & Head of Cigna Global Centre of Excellence

      • Faisal Hamady, Managing Director and Partner, BCG

      • Sarah Wyer, PhD Researcher, Durham University

    • 12:40 - 13:00
      KEYNOTE: Responsible AI and Governance: Navigating the Ethical Frontier Umer Jamal Syed, Customer Success Manager, Qatar Datamation Systems (QDS)

      Join us at the World Summit AI Qatar 2024 as we delve into the critical aspects of Responsible AI and Governance. We’ll explore real-world examples to understand the ethical implications of AI, from bias and fairness to transparency and accountability. Learn how to harness these technologies responsibility to drive growth, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

      • Umer Jamal Syed, Customer Success Manager, Qatar Datamation Systems (QDS)

    • 13:00 - 13:20
      HEADLINER: Responsible AI & Governance: How to navigate the changing environment JoAnn Stonier, Mastercard Fellow of Data and AI, Mastercard

      Join JoAnn Stonier, Mastercard Fellow of Data & AI, as she discusses elements of a responsible AI program, assisting organizations to prepare for their next phase of the Gen AI journey. She will discuss methods to navigate our constantly evolving world including the political,  economic & social changes that all organizations are facing.

      • JoAnn Stonier, Mastercard Fellow of Data and AI, Mastercard

  • ACCELERATING AI ADOPTION - TRACK 1 Chair:
    Daniel McCrea, Head of Partner Services , Adaptemy, AI for Learning
    • 11:40 - 12:00
      USE CASE: Augmenting, Upskilling, and Reskilling: Building Your AI-Ready Workforce Dr. Kevin J. Jones, Director, IU Columbus Centre for Teaching and Learning Associate Professor of Management, Division of Business Indiana University Columbus
      • Dr. Kevin J. Jones, Director, IU Columbus Centre for Teaching and Learning Associate Professor of Management, Division of Business Indiana University Columbus

    • 12:00 - 12:20
      USE CASE: Accelerating Qatar’s AI readiness from data centre efficiency to infrastructure and skillset Dr. Eng Fadi Nasser, Chief Commercial Officer, MEEZA
      • Dr. Eng Fadi Nasser, Chief Commercial Officer, MEEZA

    • 12:20 - 12:40
      USE CASE: The power of AI in enabling smart and sustainable living in Qatar and beyond Dr. Hamid Menouar, Principal R&D & Innovation Lead, Qatar Mobility Innovations Center (QMIC)
      • Dr. Hamid Menouar, Principal R&D & Innovation Lead, Qatar Mobility Innovations Center (QMIC)

    • 12:40 - 13:00
      USE CASE: Accelerating AI adoption: From proof of concept to production Dr. Chawki Tawbi, Senior Partner Sales Engineer, Google Cloud

      In today’s data-driven world, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to revolutionize industries and drive unprecedented growth. However, many organizations struggle to move beyond AI pilots and proof of concepts.

      This talk will explore the key challenges and best practices for accelerating AI adoption:

      • Data Strategy: Unlocking the value of data through effective data management and preparation.
      • Model Development and Deployment: Building and deploying robust AI models efficiently and at scale.
      • MLOps: Implementing robust MLOps practices to streamline the AI development lifecycle.
      • Ethical AI: Ensuring fairness, transparency, and accountability in AI systems.
      • Business Impact: Measuring and maximizing the return on AI investments.

      By addressing these critical areas, organizations can accelerate their AI journey and unlock the full potential of this transformative technology.

       

       

      • Dr. Chawki Tawbi, Senior Partner Sales Engineer, Google Cloud

    • 13:00 - 13:20
      USE CASE: Banking the unbankable: Applying AI in low literacy settings Seema Prem, CEO & Founder, FIA Global
      Biju Balakrishnan, Chief Technology Officer, FIA Global

      13:00

      • Seema Prem, CEO & Founder, FIA Global

      • Biju Balakrishnan, Chief Technology Officer, FIA Global

  • INTELLIGENT HEALTH - TRACK 2 Chair:
    Hannah Claus, PhD student in AI and low-resource LLMs, University of Cambridge
    • 11:40 - 12:00
      HEADLINER: Promise and peril of AI in healthcare Kevin Kiley, President, Airia

      AI holds substantial opportunities in the way that healthcare is administered. We will highlight the latest examples of how AI is being leveraged in healthcare around the world. We will also offer an insider view into early concepts where AI will revolutionize the way care is provided to patients. Lastly, we’ll offer insight into the new dangers that AI will also bring to healthcare.

      • Kevin Kiley, President, Airia

    • 12:00 - 12:20
      USE CASE: Revolutionizing healthcare: The transformative impact of robotic surgery Rajesh Sivaprakasam, Consultant in Transplant, Access and General Surgery, Lead for Robotic renal failure Surgery, Barts Health NHS Trust
      • Rajesh Sivaprakasam, Consultant in Transplant, Access and General Surgery, Lead for Robotic renal failure Surgery, Barts Health NHS Trust

    • 12:20 - 12:40
      HEADLINER: Exponential technologies boosting a new future for healthcare Sofia Couto da Rocha, Head of Innovation & Head of Virtual Client, Lusíadas Saúde

      Unleash the power of exponential technologies to revolutionize healthcare as we know it. Dive into an exhilarating exploration of how breakthroughs in artificial intelligence in all its forms – genomics, X-realities, robotics, and blockchain – are not just transforming, but redefining patient care, diagnostics, and treatment paradigms. Discover how these cutting-edge innovations promise to deliver unprecedented precision, efficiency, and accessibility, propelling us into a future of healthcare that is smarter, faster, and radically more effective. What does the hospital of the future look like? 

      • Sofia Couto da Rocha, Head of Innovation & Head of Virtual Client, Lusíadas Saúde

    • 12:40 - 13:20
      PANEL DISCUSSION: Integrating AI and innovative technology into existing workflows whilst balancing risk and opportunity effectively Moderator:
      Adhari Alzaabi, Assistant Professor, Sultan Qaboos University
      Panellists:
      Milan Bates, MD, FRCS, Associate Specialist Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Bristol Royal Infirmary
      Sofia Couto da Rocha, Head of Innovation & Head of Virtual Client, Lusíadas Saúde
      Ahmed Serag, Professor and Director, AI Innovation Centre, Weill Cornell Medicine
      Kevin Kiley, President, Airia
      Prof. Dr. Ali Al Sanousi, MD, MBA, PhD Executive Director Clinical Information Systems & Assistant Professor, Hamad Medical Corporation & Weill Cornell Medicine
      • Moderator:

      • Adhari Alzaabi, Assistant Professor, Sultan Qaboos University

      • Panellists:

      • Milan Bates, MD, FRCS, Associate Specialist Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Bristol Royal Infirmary

      • Sofia Couto da Rocha, Head of Innovation & Head of Virtual Client, Lusíadas Saúde

      • Ahmed Serag, Professor and Director, AI Innovation Centre, Weill Cornell Medicine

      • Kevin Kiley, President, Airia

      • Prof. Dr. Ali Al Sanousi, MD, MBA, PhD Executive Director Clinical Information Systems & Assistant Professor, Hamad Medical Corporation & Weill Cornell Medicine

  • WORKSHOPS - TRACK 3
    • 11:40 - 12:40
      60 MINUTE WORKSHOP: AI-powered asset development: Revolutionising the life cycle. A Masterclass. Akif Kamal, Partner, Technology Consulting and Digital Services, PwC Middle East

      Join as PwC Middle East’s AI leaders explore how AI is transforming the entire life cycle of asset development. From ideation and design to construction, operations, and maintenance, the masterclass will showcase how AI offers

      innovative solutions to optimise processes, reduce costs, and enhance decision-making. Attendees will gain insights into real-world applications, such as predictive analytics for maintenance, AI-driven design optimisation, and data integration for smarter asset management.

       

      • Akif Kamal, Partner, Technology Consulting and Digital Services, PwC Middle East

    • 12:50 - 13:20
      30 MINUTE WORKSHOP: SAP Agentic Agents in action Kevin Carlyon, Strategic Business AI Program Director, SAP
      Ton van der Greef, Chief AI and Innovation Strategist, SAP
      Anthony Laursen, AI Office EMEA, SAP

      Explore the revolutionary power of AI Agents and learn how to harness their capabilities to transform your daily work. Discover the latest advancements, gain insights into seamlessly integrating AI into your business processes, and efficiently develop innovative AI scenarios. Experience first-hand how deploying AI Agents can elevate your business operations and drive real-world results.

      • Kevin Carlyon, Strategic Business AI Program Director, SAP

      • Ton van der Greef, Chief AI and Innovation Strategist, SAP

      • Anthony Laursen, AI Office EMEA, SAP

  • 13:20 - 14:10
    LUNCH
  • HUMAN-AI CONVERGENCE - MAIN STAGE
    • 14:10 - 14:30
      KEYNOTE: How AI distorts human beliefs Celeste Kidd, Assistant Professor of Psychology, University of California, Berkeley

      In this talk, Celeste will discuss how psychology interacts with generative AI in problematic ways, outlining her research from baby humans, monkeys, and newer work with dolphins and dogs. Individual biological agents form their beliefs by sampling a small subset of all the available data in the world. Once those beliefs are formed with high certainty, they can become stubborn to revise. Generative AI models contain known racial, gender, and class stereotypes and biases, which downstream into model outputs that can be transmitted to users. Solutions are limited because of a key flaw in current AI system architectures: they cannot distinguish fact from fiction. Celeste will take a comparative approach in outlining the types of cognitive representations of uncertainty shared among biological intelligence, but lacking in artificial ones, to explain how current models cannot be trusted to disseminate information to people without problems.

      • Celeste Kidd, Assistant Professor of Psychology, University of California, Berkeley

    • 14:30 - 14:50
      HEADLINER: AI-powered surgery: Transforming healthcare through innovation and collaboration Ozanan Meireles, Vice Chairman of Innovation, Department of Surgery, Duke University School of Medicine; Director, Surgical Artificial Intelligence and Innovation Laboratory (SAIIL)

      Artificial intelligence is transforming surgical care, offering unprecedented opportunities to enhance precision, safety, and patient outcomes. This session explores the Surgical Operating System (S.OS), a cutting-edge framework that integrates surgical teams, patient data, and AI tools aiming to enable real-time clinical decision-making, optimize workflows, and ensure safety in the operating room.

      Central to this innovation is the creation of foundational models for surgical videos, which use annotated, high-quality datasets to train AI systems capable of analyzing and improving surgical techniques. These models will enable unlocking new applications, from detecting deviations to guiding personalized procedures.

      The development of the S.OS is a testament to the power of collaboration. It brings together data scientists, physicians, regulators, med-tech industry, and other stakeholders to create a unified platform that addresses technical, clinical, and ethical challenges. Additionally, the SAIIL Network, a global collaborative initiative, promotes sharing surgical data, expertise, and resources to democratize surgical knowledge, reduce costs, and improve patient outcomes worldwide.

      Join Ozanan to learn how these efforts are transforming surgery and setting new benchmarks for innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration in healthcare.

      • Ozanan Meireles, Vice Chairman of Innovation, Department of Surgery, Duke University School of Medicine; Director, Surgical Artificial Intelligence and Innovation Laboratory (SAIIL)

    • 15:10 - 15:30
      HEADLINER: Ethical vigilance required: Navigating the blurred lines of Human AI Convergence Renée Cummings, Professor of Practice in Data Science, University of Virginia

       

      • Renée Cummings, Professor of Practice in Data Science, University of Virginia

    • 15:30 - 15:50
      HEADLINER: Harnessing the power of human-AI convergence: A new era of innovation Nacho Floristan, Director Generative AI Solutions Architecture, EMEA/APAC Google Cloud

      The convergence of human ingenuity and artificial intelligence is ushering in a new era of innovation. This talk will delve into the transformative potential of human-AI collaboration, exploring how it can revolutionize industries and solve complex challenges. We will discuss:

      • Augmenting Human Capabilities: How AI can enhance human creativity, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
      • Ethical Considerations: The importance of responsible AI development and deployment to ensure fairness, transparency, and accountability.
      • Real-world Applications: Case studies showcasing how human-AI partnerships are driving innovation in healthcare, finance, and other sectors.
      • The Future of Work: The impact of AI on the workforce and the need for upskilling and reskilling to adapt to the changing landscape.

      Join us as we explore the exciting possibilities of human-AI convergence and its implications for the future.

       

      • Nacho Floristan, Director Generative AI Solutions Architecture, EMEA/APAC Google Cloud

  • INNOVATION INSIGHTS - TRACK 1 Dr. Raul V. Rodriguez, Vice President, Woxsen University
    • 14:10 - 14:30
      INNOVATION INSIGHT: Transforming Efficiency with Collaborations Between Cobots and Humans Dr. Raul V. Rodriguez, Vice President, Woxsen University

      14:10

      • Dr. Raul V. Rodriguez, Vice President, Woxsen University

    • 14:30 - 14:50
      INNOVATION INSIGHT: AI Agents: Shaping the future and transforming finance Catherine Kurt, CEO, AQ22

      From global industries to local businesses, AI agents are revolutionizing technology interactions and automating complex processes. This session highlights the prior and latest global developments in AI agents and their applications. In banking, we’ll explore how AI agents streamline manual tasks such as transaction processing and compliance monitoring while enhancing capabilities with advanced analytics and personalized services. Learn how AI agents are enabling banks to achieve greater efficiency and deliver superior customer experiences

      • Catherine Kurt, CEO, AQ22

    • 14:50 - 15:10
      INNOVATION INSIGHT: Farming in the Digital Age: Can AI solve the issue of water scarcity? Gabriele De Propis, Co-Owner, Growa.ai

      AI and deep tech are revolutionizing agriculture by tackling global challenges such as resource scarcity and food security. This interactive talk explores how these technologies are applied to precision farming, both locally and globally, and it will showcase real-world applications driving the future of agriculture and affiliate industries.

      • Gabriele De Propis, Co-Owner, Growa.ai

    • 15:30 - 15:50
      INNOVATION INSIGHT: Navigating the future of how AI is transforming businesses Jesper Schleimann, EMEA AI Officer, SAP

      In today’s evolving digital landscape, the synergy between AI and humans is a game-changer for transformative growth. This session will delve into how the integration of AI in business not only drives innovation and optimizes operations but also redefines the relationship between technology and people. Explore how this dynamic partnership is solving the current challenges of our time and shaping the future of work, business, and society.

      • Jesper Schleimann, EMEA AI Officer, SAP

    • 15:10 - 15:30
      INNOVATION INSIGHT: The future of Enterprise AI: Working side-by-side with AI agents Firas Sleiman, Founder & CEO, TENN.ai: The Enterprise Neural Network; KAIC: Khwarizmi Artificial Intelligence Center
      • Firas Sleiman, Founder & CEO, TENN.ai: The Enterprise Neural Network; KAIC: Khwarizmi Artificial Intelligence Center

  • INTELLIGENT HEALTH - TRACK 2 Chair:
    Hannah Claus, PhD student in AI and low-resource LLMs, University of Cambridge
    • 14:10 - 14:30
      KEYNOTE: Lab to Life: Generative AI Innovations in Healthcare at Weill Cornell Qatar Ahmed Serag, Professor and Director, AI Innovation Centre, Weill Cornell Medicine

      14:10

      • Ahmed Serag, Professor and Director, AI Innovation Centre, Weill Cornell Medicine

    • 14:30 - 14:50
      INNOVATION INSIGHT: NAZARE: A New Wave in Global Health Milan Bates, MD, FRCS, Associate Specialist Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Bristol Royal Infirmary

      14:30

      • Milan Bates, MD, FRCS, Associate Specialist Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Bristol Royal Infirmary

    • 14:50 - 15:10
      USE CASE: AI Integration in Healthcare: Myths, Realities, and Breakthroughs Amr Metwally, Director of Clinical Simulation & Innovation, Itqan Clinical Simulation & Innovation Center, Hamad Medical Corporation
      • Amr Metwally, Director of Clinical Simulation & Innovation, Itqan Clinical Simulation & Innovation Center, Hamad Medical Corporation

    • 15:10 - 15:30
      INNOVATION INSIGHT: From data to discovery: How GenAI is changing bioinformatics Iris Lam, Co-founder and CEO, Genie TechBio, Inc.

      The explosive growth of biological data—spanning genomics, proteomics, and transcriptomics—has created a critical bottleneck in bioinformatics, where traditional tools struggle to keep up with the complexity and scale of analysis. Generative AI (GenAI) is emerging as a transformative solution, capable of not only analyzing data but also generating novel outputs such as proteins, genomic sequences, and even testable hypotheses. In this talk, Iris will explore how GenAI is revolutionizing bioinformatics by enabling automation, creativity, and scalability in data analysis.

      • Iris Lam, Co-founder and CEO, Genie TechBio, Inc.

  • WORKSHOPS - TRACK 3
    • 14:10 - 15:10
      60 MINUTE WORKSHOP: Accelerate your AI journey with Vertex AI Tiago Henriques, EMEA Head of AI/ML, Customer Engineering, Google Cloud
      Dr Rafael Sanchez, Head of GenAI-ML EMEA South Practice Team, Customer Engineering, Google Cloud
      Beslan Atabaev, GenAI Product Development Lead, Deloitte AI Institute Middle East

      Join us for an interactive workshop to learn how Vertex AI can help you accelerate your AI initiatives. We’ll explore:

      Core Features: A deep dive into Vertex AI’s core capabilities, including data labeling, model training, and deployment.

      Real-world Use Cases: Practical examples of how organizations are leveraging Vertex AI to solve real-world problems.

      A demo where you’ll get to experiment with Vertex AI and build your own AI models.

      Whether you’re a data scientist, machine learning engineer, or business leader, this workshop will provide you with the knowledge and skills to start building and deploying AI solutions today.

       

      • Tiago Henriques, EMEA Head of AI/ML, Customer Engineering, Google Cloud

      • Dr Rafael Sanchez, Head of GenAI-ML EMEA South Practice Team, Customer Engineering, Google Cloud

      • Beslan Atabaev, GenAI Product Development Lead, Deloitte AI Institute Middle East

    • 15:20 - 15:50
      PANEL DISCUSSION: Quantum Utility: The New Era of Innovation Moderator:
      Ahmed Al-Qatatsheh, IBM Quantum Ambassador, IBM
      Panellists:
      Hamad D Al-Rewaily, Information Systems Manager, Qatar Chemical Company Ltd.
      Dr Saif Al-Kuwari, Associate Professor, College of Science and Engineering, Hamad Bin Khalif University
      Steve Suarez, CEO, Horizonx Consulting, Former Global Head of Innovation, HSBC

      The panel will delve into the transformative potential of quantum technology and computing, bringing together experts from academia, regulatory bodies, and industry. The discussion will focus on key areas:The Potential of Quantum Technology and Computing:Building a Quantum Ecosystem:Ethical Considerations and Societal Impact:

      Quantum Workforce and Education. This panel aims to provide a comprehensive overview of quantum technology and computing, inspiring discussions and fostering collaborations among experts and stakeholders.

      • Moderator:

      • Ahmed Al-Qatatsheh, IBM Quantum Ambassador, IBM

      • Panellists:

      • Hamad D Al-Rewaily, Information Systems Manager, Qatar Chemical Company Ltd.

      • Dr Saif Al-Kuwari, Associate Professor, College of Science and Engineering, Hamad Bin Khalif University

      • Steve Suarez, CEO, Horizonx Consulting, Former Global Head of Innovation, HSBC

    • 16:10 - 16:40
      30 MINUTE WORKSHOP: Building sustainable AI skills Nizar Hneini, Middle East Managing Director, Roland Berger
      Frederick Van Gysegem, Partner, Digital, Roland Berger
      Hugo Carreira, Principal, Digital, Roland Berger
      • Nizar Hneini, Middle East Managing Director, Roland Berger

      • Frederick Van Gysegem, Partner, Digital, Roland Berger

      • Hugo Carreira, Principal, Digital, Roland Berger

  • 15:50 - 16:10
    REFRESHMENTS, NETWORKING AND MEET-UP
  • 16:10 - 16:30
    HEADLINER: Best practice for accelerating your AI journey with secure and powerful agents Kevin Kiley, President, Airia

    Embark on a transformative AI journey with our session focused on deploying AI agents that deliver immediate ROI while ensuring robust data security. We’ll delve into advanced AI orchestration techniques that not only enhance system efficiency but also improve employee productivity. By incorporating TRiSM principles, you’ll learn how to develop AI applications that are both trustworthy and risk-managed. Whether you are just beginning your AI journey or seeking to expand your existing framework, this session offers practical insights to transform AI potential into meaningful business outcomes.

    • Kevin Kiley, President, Airia

  • 16:30 - 17:10
    PANEL DISCUSSION: Is interdisciplinary collaboration the key to understanding AI's impact and potential to provide a better future for humanity? The importance of taking a multi-disciplinary approach to developing human-centred AI Moderator:
    Dr. Kevin J. Jones, Director, IU Columbus Centre for Teaching and Learning Associate Professor of Management, Division of Business Indiana University Columbus
    Panellists:
    Renée Cummings, Professor of Practice in Data Science, University of Virginia
    Ozanan Meireles, Vice Chairman of Innovation, Department of Surgery, Duke University School of Medicine; Director, Surgical Artificial Intelligence and Innovation Laboratory (SAIIL)
    Dr Salim Al-Shuaili, Director, Artificial Intelligence & Advanced Technology, Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, Oman
    Eman Al Kuwari, Director of the Digital Innovation Department, Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, Qatar
    Jihad Abi Saleh, President, East Gulf, ICT
    • Moderator:

    • Dr. Kevin J. Jones, Director, IU Columbus Centre for Teaching and Learning Associate Professor of Management, Division of Business Indiana University Columbus

    • Panellists:

    • Renée Cummings, Professor of Practice in Data Science, University of Virginia

    • Ozanan Meireles, Vice Chairman of Innovation, Department of Surgery, Duke University School of Medicine; Director, Surgical Artificial Intelligence and Innovation Laboratory (SAIIL)

    • Dr Salim Al-Shuaili, Director, Artificial Intelligence & Advanced Technology, Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, Oman

    • Eman Al Kuwari, Director of the Digital Innovation Department, Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, Qatar

    • Jihad Abi Saleh, President, East Gulf, ICT

  • 17:10 - 17:30
    IN CONVERSATION: Taming Silicon Valley Gary Marcus, Scientist, Author (5 books, including Rebooting AI (Forbes 7 Must Read Books About AI), and Founder (Geometric Intelligence. Acquired by Uber, and Robust.AI). Professor Emeritus, NYU
    Host:
    Monique van Dusseldorp, Content Director, InspiredMinds!
    • Gary Marcus, Scientist, Author (5 books, including Rebooting AI (Forbes 7 Must Read Books About AI), and Founder (Geometric Intelligence. Acquired by Uber, and Robust.AI). Professor Emeritus, NYU

    • Host:

    • Monique van Dusseldorp, Content Director, InspiredMinds!

  • 17:30 - 17:50
    HEADLINER AGI: The Quest for Human-Level Machine Intelligence Janet Adams, Chief Operating Officer (COO), SingularityNET & Board Director, ASI

    In our pursuit of developing sentient technology, we encounter profound ethical and philosophical dilemmas. These range from understanding consciousness and the implications of AI agency to reevaluating our concepts of self and identity. During this session, we will delve into the path towards AGI, exploring how its development intersects with ongoing ethical discussions. Our focus will be on how AGI can collaborate with humanity to address and solve global challenges effectively.

    • Janet Adams, Chief Operating Officer (COO), SingularityNET & Board Director, ASI

  • 17:50 -
    CLOSE OF SUMMIT DAY ONE
  • Wednesday 11th
  • 08:00 - 09:20
    REGISTRATION
  • 09:20 - 09:30
    WELCOME Inspired Minds Sarah Porter, Founder & CEO, InspiredMinds!
    • Sarah Porter, Founder & CEO, InspiredMinds!

  • 09:25 - 09:30
    WELCOME and Chairperson’s opening remarks Jonathan McCrea, Founder, Whipsmart Media
    • Jonathan McCrea, Founder, Whipsmart Media

  • 09:30 - 09:50
    HEADLINER: AI and the art of decision making Kaveh Vessali, Partner, Cognitive Cities Lead, PwC, Middle East

    How can we use AI to make better decisions and improve our world? From Big Data and Machine Learning to Natural

    Language Processing, Generative, and now Agentic AI, advancements in AI technology – much like other

    technologies before it – are far outpacing our ability to operationalise them. Join us for a discussion on the state of AI and how to use it effectively in our decision making at a personal, organisational, and global scale to improve our work, our cities, our planet, and ourselves.

    • Kaveh Vessali, Partner, Cognitive Cities Lead, PwC, Middle East

  • 09:50 - 10:30
    HEADLINE PANEL: What drives successful AI adoption? How do successful leaders operationalise AI to build an AI- Powered Organisation Moderator:
    Dr Hanan Alhaddi, Guest Lecturer on Strategy/Director of Integrative Cases on AI, Saïd Business School, University of Oxford: Board Director and Chair, Automotive AI Committee, Connected Vehicle Trade Association
    Panellists:
    Kevin Ferguson, Senior Systems Technical Advisor, Center of Excellence & Development (CoE), UAE Armed Forces
    Nikita Gordeev, Chief Technology Officer, Snoonu
    Edeltraud Leibrock, Senior Partner Digital and Global Managing Director, Roland Berger
    Kevin Kiley, President, Airia
    • Moderator:

    • Dr Hanan Alhaddi, Guest Lecturer on Strategy/Director of Integrative Cases on AI, Saïd Business School, University of Oxford: Board Director and Chair, Automotive AI Committee, Connected Vehicle Trade Association

    • Panellists:

    • Kevin Ferguson, Senior Systems Technical Advisor, Center of Excellence & Development (CoE), UAE Armed Forces

    • Nikita Gordeev, Chief Technology Officer, Snoonu

    • Edeltraud Leibrock, Senior Partner Digital and Global Managing Director, Roland Berger

    • Kevin Kiley, President, Airia

  • 10:30 - 10:50
    HEADLINER: "Trust Me, I'm an Algorithm”: The Missing Link in AI Governance" Professor Sue Black, OBE, Professor of Computer Science and Technology Evangelist, and Director of EDI, Computer Science Dept, Durham University

    This session delves into the complexities of AI governance, tackling the challenges of trust, bias, and the black-box nature of AI systems. With real-world examples and a provocative perspective, we’ll uncover what’s truly missing in the race to regulate AI responsibly.

    • Professor Sue Black, OBE, Professor of Computer Science and Technology Evangelist, and Director of EDI, Computer Science Dept, Durham University

  • 10:50 - 11:20
    REFRESHMENTS, NETWORKING AND MEET-UP
  • GENERATIVE AI & LLMs - MAIN STAGE
    • 11:20 - 11:40
      KEYNOTE: Own your AI. Own your future. Cihangir Kocak, Business Strategist & AI Advisor, HP

      In this keynote, we will explore the implications of AI on the economy, workforce, and our lives. Emphasizing why adopting AI is critical for staying competitive and relevant. We’ll break down how to get started, from building AI capabilities in your organization to where AI and your data should reside to maximize efficiency and security, supported by real-world case studies. By the end of this session, you will have a stronger understanding of why owning your AI is not just a technical choice but a strategic move that will shape your future.

      • Cihangir Kocak, Business Strategist & AI Advisor, HP

    • 11:40 - 12:00
      HEADLINER: Good AI vs. Evil AI: How the UN is Leading the Fight Against Cybercrime Amr El Rahwan, Cybercrime Forensic Expert, United Nations Regional Centre for Combating Cybercrime
      • Amr El Rahwan, Cybercrime Forensic Expert, United Nations Regional Centre for Combating Cybercrime

    • 12:00 - 12:20
      KEYNOTE: Generative AI: Hype Meets Reality Mohannad Abuissa, CTO, Cisco Middle East & Africa, Turkey, Romania and CIS

      A new wave of AI has emerged. Generative AI fueled by large language models (LLMs) has captured not just the imagination of technologists but has directly impacted the public view of artificial intelligence. The opportunities presented by generative AI are immense and so are the risks. To address this, we conducted a a double-blind survey entitled the “Cisco 2024 AI Readiness Index” which involved nearly 8,000 senior business leaders across 30 global markets. Together, we will explore how prepared organizations are to invest in, deploy and use AI – while addressing the potential opportunities and risks.

      • Mohannad Abuissa, CTO, Cisco Middle East & Africa, Turkey, Romania and CIS

    • 12:20 - 13:00
      PANEL DISCUSSION: Discussing best practice to promote responsible and trustworthy Gen AI and LLMs Moderator:
      Sarah Wyer, PhD Researcher, Durham University
      Panellists:
      Dr. Zahra AL-Rawahi, CEO, Artificial Intelligence Academy
      Professor Sue Black, OBE, Professor of Computer Science and Technology Evangelist, and Director of EDI, Computer Science Dept, Durham University
      Corbett Hoxland, Chief Technologist, HP
      • Moderator:

      • Sarah Wyer, PhD Researcher, Durham University

      • Panellists:

      • Dr. Zahra AL-Rawahi, CEO, Artificial Intelligence Academy

      • Professor Sue Black, OBE, Professor of Computer Science and Technology Evangelist, and Director of EDI, Computer Science Dept, Durham University

      • Corbett Hoxland, Chief Technologist, HP

  • DEEP DIVE TECH TALKS - TRACK 1 Chair:
    Daniel McCrea, Head of Partner Services , Adaptemy, AI for Learning
    • 11:20 - 11:40
      DEEP DIVE TECH TALK: Degenerative AI? If GenAI has Already Hit its Limit, What is its Next Evolution? Dr. Sabri Boughorbel, Scientist, Qatar Computing Research Institute (QCRI)
      • Dr. Sabri Boughorbel, Scientist, Qatar Computing Research Institute (QCRI)

    • 11:40 - 12:00
      DEEP DIVE TECH TALK: Empowering enterprises with Arabic AI: Building smarter LLMs and SLMs to overcome regional challenges Nour Al Hassan, Founder and CEO, Tarjama

      This session delves into the transformative potential of Arabic AI for enterprises. It showcases the development of advanced Large Language Models (LLMs), and AI-trained agents designed for overcoming regional business challenges. These LLMs deliver instant, near-human contextual accuracy, helping businesses overcome linguistic challenges, streamline operations, and harness localized AI for success.

      • Nour Al Hassan, Founder and CEO, Tarjama

    • 12:00 - 12:20
      DEEP DIVE TECH TALK: Discover how AI is redefining the future of social commerce order management and sales for SMEs Rose Rwegasira, Co-founder and Head of Business Operation, Ghala

      Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) form the backbone of the Global South economy but often struggle with operational inefficiencies and order management challenges.This session introduces Ghala, a groundbreaking AI-powered platform solution designed specifically for SMEs in diverse industries across Africa. Ghala harnesses the presence of WhatsApp and the power of conversational AI to automate order-taking, boost customer engagement, and accelerate sales growth. Attendees will gain insights into the advanced algorithms that drive Ghala, its seamless integration with multilingual conversational AI for intuitive customer interactions, and its potential to scale and transform SME operations across the continent. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, entrepreneur or SME owner, the talk highlights the role of AI in enabling businesses to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital economy.

      • Rose Rwegasira, Co-founder and Head of Business Operation, Ghala

    • 12:20 - 12:40
      DEEP DIVE TECH TALK: Transforming cancer registries with machine learning and neural networks Adhari Alzaabi, Assistant Professor, Sultan Qaboos University

      National cancer registries rely on manual abstraction of free-text clinical records to collect vital information about cancer diagnosis, stage, progression and treatment. Many prior studies have demonstrated the ability of natural language processing (NLP) based on machine learning to extract information from free-text clinical records for a variety of purposes (diagnosis, adverse events discovery, clinical trial matching,…, etc.). We present in this study experimental results of applying NLP to extract information from the records of breast cancer patients for the cancer registry in Oman.

      • Adhari Alzaabi, Assistant Professor, Sultan Qaboos University

    • 12:40 - 13:00
      DEEP DIVE TECH TALK: Generative AI for Education: A Critical Multiplex Approach Junaid Qadir, Professor of Computer Engineering, Qatar University
      • Junaid Qadir, Professor of Computer Engineering, Qatar University

  • INNOVATION INSIGHTS - TRACK 2
    • 11:20 - 11:40
      INNOVATION INSIGHT: The Power of Data Readiness in AI Success Ramachandra Yermal, Advisor, Data Platforms, Department of Government Enablement (UAE)
      • Ramachandra Yermal, Advisor, Data Platforms, Department of Government Enablement (UAE)

    • 11:40 - 12:00
      INNOVATION INSIGHT: AI in building permits Sahil Bhaiwala, Director and General Manager, International Public Sector, Scale AI

      Globally, the building permit approval process is consistently one of the most laborious and time consuming government processes, yet one that is essential for meeting safety standards and building codes, and protecting occupants and the public from hazards. Scale AI will showcase how custom AI models can make the process faster, more accurate, and reduce the most tedious parts of the review process for its highly skilled engineers.

      • Sahil Bhaiwala, Director and General Manager, International Public Sector, Scale AI

    • 12:00 - 12:20
      INNOVATION INSIGHT: Metaverse for A Unified Healthtech: Aiming Physical and Virtual Integration of Qatar’s Healthtech Services Radhakrishnan Mahalingam, President & Honorary AdvisoryCommittee - Qatar for Government Blockchain Association / BLI
      • Radhakrishnan Mahalingam, President & Honorary AdvisoryCommittee - Qatar for Government Blockchain Association / BLI

    • 12:30 - 13:00
      PANEL DISCUSSION: When machines create: Managing risk, ethics, bias and privacy Moderator:
      Firas El Zaknoun, Strategic Alliances Manager, MEEZA
      Panellists:
      Joseph Abboud, Technology Consulting Partner, PwC Middle East
      Renée Cummings, Professor of Practice in Data Science, University of Virginia
      Samir Safar-Aly, Counsel, Financial Regulation, Compliance & Investigations (MENA-wide) MENA Fintech & AI Lead, Baker McKenzie
      Hassan Al-Khaja, Director of Human Resources Information System Center, Civil Service and Government Development Bureau, Qatar
      • Moderator:

      • Firas El Zaknoun, Strategic Alliances Manager, MEEZA

      • Panellists:

      • Joseph Abboud, Technology Consulting Partner, PwC Middle East

      • Renée Cummings, Professor of Practice in Data Science, University of Virginia

      • Samir Safar-Aly, Counsel, Financial Regulation, Compliance & Investigations (MENA-wide) MENA Fintech & AI Lead, Baker McKenzie

      • Hassan Al-Khaja, Director of Human Resources Information System Center, Civil Service and Government Development Bureau, Qatar

  • WORKSHOPS - TRACK 3
    • 11:20 - 12:20
      60 MINUTE WORKSHOP: Accelerate your AI projects at scale Lesley Nagle, IBM iX Go-to-Market Leader, Gulf & Levant; Customer Transformation, IBM Consulting
      Hassan El Amine, Design Director (UX/UI), IBM iX - Customer Transformation

      Calling all Chief AI Officers, CIOs and CTO’s who are looking to achieve new business outcomes. Join this workshop to learn how to create and develop an action plan for the adoption and acceleration of AI

      • Lesley Nagle, IBM iX Go-to-Market Leader, Gulf & Levant; Customer Transformation, IBM Consulting

      • Hassan El Amine, Design Director (UX/UI), IBM iX - Customer Transformation

    • 12:30 - 13:00
      30 MINUTE WORKSHOP

      12:30

  • 13:00 - 13:50
    LUNCH
  • AI ADOPTION AT SCALE MAIN STAGE
    • 13:50 - 14:10
      KEYNOTE: Estonia's vision for a data and AI driven society: leading the world in data economy Dr.Ott Velsberg, Government Chief Data Officer, Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications | Republic of Estonia
      • Dr.Ott Velsberg, Government Chief Data Officer, Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications | Republic of Estonia

    • 14:10 - 14:40
      PANEL DISCUSSION: Banking on success: Examining the impact of AI on the personalisation of the Financial Services Industry Moderator:
      Samir Safar-Aly, Counsel, Financial Regulation, Compliance & Investigations (MENA-wide) MENA Fintech & AI Lead, Baker McKenzie
      Panellists:
      Lars Gehrmann, Group Chief Digital Officer, Qatar Insurance Group
      Ashwin Naib, Associate Partner, QuantumBlack AI by McKinsey
      Seema Prem, CEO & Founder, FIA Global
      • Moderator:

      • Samir Safar-Aly, Counsel, Financial Regulation, Compliance & Investigations (MENA-wide) MENA Fintech & AI Lead, Baker McKenzie

      • Panellists:

      • Lars Gehrmann, Group Chief Digital Officer, Qatar Insurance Group

      • Ashwin Naib, Associate Partner, QuantumBlack AI by McKinsey

      • Seema Prem, CEO & Founder, FIA Global

    • 14:40 - 15:00
      HEADLINER: Data: The raw material fuelling AI Vijay Karunamurthy, Field Chief Technology Officer, Scale AI

      With Artificial Intelligence, much attention is focused on the transformative end-user applications and model performance. However, advancement in those areas is not possible without a strong data foundation. This talk will explore the role of data in building, customizing, and evaluating state-of-the-art AI models.

      • Vijay Karunamurthy, Field Chief Technology Officer, Scale AI

    • 15:00 - 15:20
      HEADLINER: Snoonu’s AI Journey: Key Metrics and Business Outcomes Nikita Gordeev, Chief Technology Officer, Snoonu
      • Nikita Gordeev, Chief Technology Officer, Snoonu

    • 15:20 - 15:50
      PANEL DISCUSSION: Ensuring data readiness and future-proof resiliency Moderator:
      Iban Garcia del Blanco, International Affairs Director of LASKER, former Member of European Parliament (co-rapporteur EU-AI Law)
      Panellists:
      Imran Chowdhury, Global Head of Data Protection & Governance, Al Jazeera Media Network
      Hariprasad Chede, Head - Information Security Risk, Risk Management, National Bank of Fujairah
      Mohannad Abuissa, CTO, Cisco Middle East & Africa, Turkey, Romania and CIS
      Dr June Park, Senior Research Fellow, Middle East Institute, National University of Singapore
      Jules De Boinville, Head of EMEA, Scale AI
      • Exploring the correlation between quality data and AI
      • Implementing tactics to leverage quality data and AI for advancing innovation
      • strategies and technologies for data protection in today’s fast-evolving digital environment.
      • Growing focus on data readiness as many businesses are transitioning towards open data practices to enhance their AI capabilities
      • Moderator:

      • Iban Garcia del Blanco, International Affairs Director of LASKER, former Member of European Parliament (co-rapporteur EU-AI Law)

      • Panellists:

      • Imran Chowdhury, Global Head of Data Protection & Governance, Al Jazeera Media Network

      • Hariprasad Chede, Head - Information Security Risk, Risk Management, National Bank of Fujairah

      • Mohannad Abuissa, CTO, Cisco Middle East & Africa, Turkey, Romania and CIS

      • Dr June Park, Senior Research Fellow, Middle East Institute, National University of Singapore

      • Jules De Boinville, Head of EMEA, Scale AI

  • ACCELERATING AI ADOPTION - TRACK 1
    • 13:50 - 14:30
      PANEL DISCUSSION: Interfaces and challenges when technology meets industry - making AI for real humans to use Panellists:
      Caner Canak, Group Director of AI & Data Science, Ooredoo Group
      Joseph Musolino, Director of Public Sector Customer Advisory, Middle East, Turkey & Africa, SAS
      Nour Al Hassan, Founder and CEO, Tarjama
      Dr Ahmad Dhaini, Principal, BCG Middle East
      Moderator:
      Monique van Dusseldorp, Content Director, InspiredMinds!
      • Panellists:

      • Caner Canak, Group Director of AI & Data Science, Ooredoo Group

      • Joseph Musolino, Director of Public Sector Customer Advisory, Middle East, Turkey & Africa, SAS

      • Nour Al Hassan, Founder and CEO, Tarjama

      • Dr Ahmad Dhaini, Principal, BCG Middle East

      • Moderator:

      • Monique van Dusseldorp, Content Director, InspiredMinds!

    • 14:30 - 14:50
      USE CASE: Harnessing AI for Precision Medicine's Next Leap Puthen Veettil Jithesh, Associate Dean for Education, College of Health & Life Sciences, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Qatar Foundation
      • Puthen Veettil Jithesh, Associate Dean for Education, College of Health & Life Sciences, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Qatar Foundation

    • 14:50 - 15:10
      USE CASE: Strategizing for AI: Driving Innovation and Business Value Dr Hanan Alhaddi, Guest Lecturer on Strategy/Director of Integrative Cases on AI, Saïd Business School, University of Oxford: Board Director and Chair, Automotive AI Committee, Connected Vehicle Trade Association
      • Dr Hanan Alhaddi, Guest Lecturer on Strategy/Director of Integrative Cases on AI, Saïd Business School, University of Oxford: Board Director and Chair, Automotive AI Committee, Connected Vehicle Trade Association

    • 15:10 - 15:30
      USE CASE: Real world examples: Unlocking the AI potential in Qatar Shams Hasan, Country Manager - Gulf, VAST Data

      This session will delve into real-world use cases demonstrating how advanced data platforms are the key to unlock the full potential of AI in Qatar, focusing on government, finance, energy, and healthcare. Discover how governments are leveraging AI to enhance services, drive operational efficiencies, and achieve strategic national objectives. In finance, learn how AI is reshaping risk management, customer experiences, and decision-making. Explore how the energy and healthcare sectors are solving complex challenges with AI-driven approaches that create unprecedented value. Join us to uncover the critical role of data ecosystems in enabling these transformations and learn how Qatar’s AI ambitions can be realized through strategic innovation and collaboration.

      • Shams Hasan, Country Manager - Gulf, VAST Data

    • 15:30 - 15:50
      KEYNOTE USE CASE: Why it takes a data-driven organization to fully leverage AI Edeltraud Leibrock, Senior Partner Digital and Global Managing Director, Roland Berger
      • Edeltraud Leibrock, Senior Partner Digital and Global Managing Director, Roland Berger

  • INNOVATION INSIGHTS - TRACK 2 Chair:
    Indica Amarasinghe, Director - Doha, Startup Grind
    • 13:50 - 15:30
      STARTUP SHOWCASE

      AI champions driving new industrial solutions 

      Five AI startups short-listed for our showcase get 7 minutes to pitch their business idea to the judges. 

      After each pitch, judges get 3 minutes to ask questions about the venture.

      14:00- 14:10
      Start Up 1

      Dragana Mujanović, Founder, AISTHESIS

      14:10-14:20
      Start Up 2

      Rose Rwegasira, Co-founder and Head of Business Operation, Ghala

      14:20-14:30
      Start Up 3: Spotnik Digital Twins AI Studio

      Ricardo Barcena, Co-Founder & CEO, Spotnik Technologies

      14:30- 14:40
      Start Up 4

      Sharmila David, CEO, Ai-2nd Opinion

      14:40- 14:50
      Start Up 5: AI Agents: Shaping the Future and Transforming Finance

      Catherine Kurt, CEO, AQ22

       

      Judges:

      Indica Amarasinghe, Director – Doha, Startup Grind

      Sahil Bhaiwala, Director and General Manager, International Public Sector, Scale AI

      Valerie Hawley, Affiliate Founding Partner, True Global Ventures: Executive Director, Sorbonne Centre for Artificial Intelligence

      Firas Sleiman, Founder & CEO, TENN.ai: The Enterprise Neural Network; KAIC: Khwarizmi Artificial Intelligence Center

       

    • 15:10 - 16:00
      PANEL DISCUSSION: For what are Investors looking? Leveraging funding opportunities Moderator:
      Indica Amarasinghe, Director - Doha, Startup Grind
      Panellists:
      Awdesh Chetal, CEO and Cofounder, HyperThink Systems & Venture Partner, Risin Ventures
      Hanan El Basha, Managing Director, Founder Institute GCC
      Valerie Hawley, Executive Director, Sorbonne Centre for Artificial Intelligence
      • Moderator:

      • Indica Amarasinghe, Director - Doha, Startup Grind

      • Panellists:

      • Awdesh Chetal, CEO and Cofounder, HyperThink Systems & Venture Partner, Risin Ventures

      • Hanan El Basha, Managing Director, Founder Institute GCC

      • Valerie Hawley, Executive Director, Sorbonne Centre for Artificial Intelligence

  • WORKSHOPS - TRACK 3
    • 13:50 - 14:50
      60 MINUTE WORKSHOP

      13:50

  • 15:50 - 16:10
    REFRESHMENTS, NETWORKING AND MEET-UP
  • 16:10 - 16:30
    HEADLINER: Unlocking AI’s potential in critical infrastructure Matthew Ferraro, Executive Director, Artificial Intelligence Safety and Security Board, US Department of Homeland Security
    Uttara Sivaram, Senior Counselor to the Secretary for Artificial Intelligence, US Department of Homeland Security

    AI will transform critical infrastructure, offering unprecedented opportunities to enhance efficiency, resilience, and security across essential sectors – including energy, healthcare, and transportation. In light of this transformative period, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security established the AI Safety and Security Board, bringing together leaders across industry, academia, and government to support AI adoption across these critical sectors while understanding, anticipating, and addressing risks that may arise. Join us as we discuss the continued importance of public-private cooperation in this space and present the Department’s recently issued “Roles and Responsibilities Framework for AI in Critical Infrastructure.”

    • Matthew Ferraro, Executive Director, Artificial Intelligence Safety and Security Board, US Department of Homeland Security

    • Uttara Sivaram, Senior Counselor to the Secretary for Artificial Intelligence, US Department of Homeland Security

  • 16:30 - 17:10
    PANEL DISCUSSION: How should we prepare for the era of an augmented workforce? Moderator:
    Dr. Kevin J. Jones, Director, IU Columbus Centre for Teaching and Learning Associate Professor of Management, Division of Business Indiana University Columbus
    Panellists:
    Dr. Zahra AL-Rawahi, CEO, Artificial Intelligence Academy
    Valerie Hawley, Executive Director, Sorbonne Centre for Artificial Intelligence
    Moussa Beidas, Partner, Ideation Lead, PwC Middle East
    Ms. Duha Al Buhendi, Director of Digital Society and Digital Competencies, Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, Qatar
    • What are the skills of the future that we must focus on today?
    • Will AI support humans to do the work they already perform, but simply with greater speed and efficiency?
    • Will authentic human creativity be drowned by a wave of algorithmically-generated content?
    • Moderator:

    • Dr. Kevin J. Jones, Director, IU Columbus Centre for Teaching and Learning Associate Professor of Management, Division of Business Indiana University Columbus

    • Panellists:

    • Dr. Zahra AL-Rawahi, CEO, Artificial Intelligence Academy

    • Valerie Hawley, Executive Director, Sorbonne Centre for Artificial Intelligence

    • Moussa Beidas, Partner, Ideation Lead, PwC Middle East

    • Ms. Duha Al Buhendi, Director of Digital Society and Digital Competencies, Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, Qatar

  • 17:10 - 17:30
    HEADLINER: Fanar: Arabic-Centric Large Language model Dr. Mohamed Ahmed Yassin Eltabakh, Principal Scientist, Qatar Computer Research Institute (QCRI)

    Fanar was launched on the opening day of World Summit AI. The new artificial intelligence model was developed by the Qatar Computing Research Institute (QCRI) of Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) sponsored by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) and in collaboration with other key stakeholders. Fanar LLM launches with six Generative AI apps, including a text and voice chatbot which is able to produce multimodal outputs

    • Dr. Mohamed Ahmed Yassin Eltabakh, Principal Scientist, Qatar Computer Research Institute (QCRI)

  • 17:30 - 17:50
    HEADLINER: Realizing Qatar's vision through advanced AI and emerging technologies H.E. Sheikh Mansoor Bin Khalifa Al-Thani, Founder and Chairman, MBK Holding; Chairman, Tamkeen

    Explore how advanced AI, Web 3.0, Web 4.0, and Industry 5.0 principles are transforming Qatar into a global hub for innovation. This session delves into practical strategies for integrating these technologies across industries to enhance operational efficiency, drive sustainable economic growth, and align with Qatar’s National Vision. Learn about pioneering initiatives that leverage AI and knowledge management systems to create human-centric, innovation-driven progress while unlocking new opportunities for businesses and governments. Join us for a comprehensive look at the future of AI, emerging technologies, and their role in shaping Qatar’s leadership in the digital age

    • H.E. Sheikh Mansoor Bin Khalifa Al-Thani, Founder and Chairman, MBK Holding; Chairman, Tamkeen

  • 17:50 -
    CLOSE OF SUMMIT