Event Overview
The 3rd Edition of the Future Tech Event is taking place in November 2023, at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman
Future Tech is Sultanate of Oman’s foremost B2B and B2G bespoke Technology Event. It is a definitive meeting place facilitating multi-stakeholder dialogue with power packed networking opportunities among C-Level executives, leading industry experts, decision makers, policy makers and government officials from across the value chain to foster collaboration, discuss current challenges, business opportunities, develop market strategies, share knowledge and identify solutions shaping the future of technology.
Download the 3rd Future Tech Event Agenda 2023
Executive Meet
250+ carefully selected senior leaders and decision makers (C Level and CISOs) responsible or influencing IT and Technology strategy at their organizations, are invited. At Future Tech Event, meet the people who matter, with over 1000 industry experts, decision makers, technologists, entrepreneurs, investors, academia and more, in attendance.
Future Tech Event, is the ideal platform to engage with the industry leaders and make the connections you need to drive business growth and stay ahead of the curve. There are a multitude of opportunities for you to engage and collaborate with key stakeholders under one roof. The Event will facilitate unparalleled networking and business matching-making, providing a catalyst for investments, partnerships, business growth and development in the Sultanate of Oman’s propitious technology sector.
Vision 2040
Oman’s Vision 2040 Digital Transformation will play an integral role, boost and nearly double to OMR 2.2 billion (USD 5.6 billion) by 2024, up from OMR 1.2 billion (USD 3.2 billion) in 2019, according to a recent report by the market research firm Global Data.
Future Tech Event remains committed to close collaboration with government entities and the private sector to deliver innovative solutions.
Future Tech Event aligns with Vision 2040 which highlights - A Diversified and Sustainable Economy that is based on Technology, Knowledge and Innovation, operates within Integrated Frameworks, Ensures Competitiveness, Embraces Industrial Revolutions and Achieves Fiscal Sustainability.
UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES
1-2-1 Meetings
Knowledge Expansion
Networking
Exhibition Booth
Generate New Leads
Product Showcase
The Summit
On-Demand
Health & Safety Protocols - ALL SECURE
During these challenging times, our commitment to delivering exceptional live in-person events that support economic growth and recovery, will be reinforced by us.
Your health and safety is our top priority.
All Secure protocol is intended to protect our partners, exhibitors, visitors, delegates, colleagues and contractors.
We're Accredited!
Get a free CPD Certificate & CPD Credits, when you attend our Conferences.
Advisory Board
Mahmood Al-Zadjali
Payment Systems Administrator
Central Bank of Oman
Mahmood Al-Zadjali
Payment Systems Administrator
Central Bank of Oman
Dedicated Payment Systems Administrator and Red hat Certified Specialist at the Central Bank of Oman. With a background in Fintech and a focus on managing the critical infrastructure of the National Payment Systems, where consistently ensuring its security, efficiency, and availability contributes significantly to the financial sector's stability.
Ahmed Abdullah Al Salmi
Head of Digital Transformation Program
Oman 2040 Vision Implementation Follow-up Unit
Ahmed Abdullah Al Salmi
Head of Digital Transformation Program
Oman 2040 Vision Implementation Follow-up Unit
Ahmed Al-Salmi is Change & Continuous Improvement Expert with 18 years’ experience in the Oil & Gas industry in both Technical & leadership.
Ahmed has BSc from Sultan Qaboos University and MBA from Frankline university. Has Master Blackbelt Lean Six Sigma , and Coach Several projects on Lean and Six Sigma. Assertive and enthusiastic, with knowledge of lean and continuous improvement principles. A strong belief that self-improvement is an ongoing process and has no limitations. Lead by example with excellent interpersonal skills to motivate and encourage others. He Has more than six international papers on different Oil & Gas topics. He currently seconded partially to Oman Vision 2040 Unit leading the Nation digitization Program and Future technologies.
Rawiya Rashid Al Barwani
Head of Information Security
Ministry of Energy & Minerals
Rawiya Rashid Al Barwani
Head of Information Security
Ministry of Energy & Minerals
Rawiya Al Barwani is leading the information security team at the Ministry of Energy & Minerals with over 14 years of experience in the Oil & Gas sector in Oman. She is also a member in the advisory group for the Industrial Digitalization Strategy. She is a Master Degree holder in IT & Management. During her career, she has worked in different positions at the banking and the Government sectors taking various IT and Information Security roles and responsibilities with hands-on experiences. She was in the 2021 IDC list of the female achievers in the category of Business & Digital Transformation Leaders of the year.
Abdullah Juma Musabah Al Breiki
Head of Information Security
Civil Aviation Authority (CAA)
Abdullah Juma Musabah Al Breiki
Head of Information Security
Civil Aviation Authority (CAA)
Abdullah Al Breiki is an Information Security/IT professional with 16 years of experience in ICT systems, risk management, compliance, data management, database, networking, IT infrastructure, project management, and team management. He is currently leading the Aviation Cybersecurity Committee for the Civil Aviation Sector in the Sultanate and is a member of the Cybersecurity team at Arab Civil Aviation Commission. He is also a steering committee member for CAA Digital Transformation and Information Security in CAA. He has a proven track record of leading and implementing successful security projects, and is passionate about building a secure and resilient cyber environment for the Civil Aviation.
Ibrahim Alamri
Head Networks and Applications Section
Ministry of Economy
Ibrahim Alamri
Head Networks and Applications Section
Ministry of Economy
Ibrahim is the Head of the Networks and Applications Department, Ministry of Economy, Sultanate of Oman.
He has vast experience in the field of information technology and cybersecurity and holds a Master’s Degree in Information Technology and Cybersecurity Management. He is also a certified member of the Government Digital Transformation Team.
He works to improve, implement and drive the ICT strategic and projects, including partnerships and annual plans in order to achieve growth and share objectives related to ICT. He is also responsible to manage, coordinate and evaluate long, medium and short-term plans, programs and budgets, and to provide support in achievement of Enterprise Business Unit strategic and business plan.
Mubarak Salim Ali Al Zakwani
Head of Operations, Communications and IT Department
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Mubarak Salim Ali Al Zakwani
Head of Operations, Communications and IT Department
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Khalid Al-Nofli, Head of Communications Department, Information Technology Department in Ministry of Information.I holds a certificate from the Industrial Technical College. I work on developing communication technologies in various fields in the ministry. Communicating with telecom service providers to reduce costs and find new technical solutions that contribute to the development and facilitation of work.
Khalid Mohammed Al Nofli
Telecommunication Head Section
Ministry of Information
Khalid Mohammed Al Nofli
Telecommunication Head Section
Ministry of Information
Khalid Al-Nofli, Head of Communications Department, Information Technology Department in Ministry of Information.I holds a certificate from the Industrial Technical College. I work on developing communication technologies in various fields in the ministry. Communicating with telecom service providers to reduce costs and find new technical solutions that contribute to the development and facilitation of work.
Saleh Saif Al Hashmi
IT Director
Capital Market Authority
Saleh Saif Al Hashmi
IT Director
Capital Market Authority
Saleh Al Hashmi currently leading digital transformation significant initiatives at the forefront of the Capital Market Authority (CMA). With a strong background in programming and project management. He is known for his innovative approach to leveraging technology for business advancement, and his track record includes successfully driving complex digital transformation projects that have reshaped the landscape of the financial industry. Saleh's dedication to staying ahead of the curve in technology trends, combined with his adept project management skills, has positioned him as a key influencer in driving organizational growth and efficiency. His commitment to driving positive change through digital transformation sets him apart as a leader who is shaping the future of capital market and technology integration.
Maitha Ali Jaffar
Senior Manager
Performance and Excellence Department
Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA)
Maitha Ali Jaffar
Senior Manager
Performance and Excellence Department
Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA)
A senior regulatory economist with 20 years of experience in telecom, postal and aviation sectors. As a member of the founding team of the Oman Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, is actively involved in developing and implementing regulatory policies and frameworks. Experienced in leading teams of multidisciplinary nature in areas of economic regulation, competition policy, governance, organisational design, strategy design and implementation, and digital transformation.
During her recent 18-month tenure as the head of the digital transformation executive team at the TRA, the Authority achieved a top ranking among 49 government entities participating in the digital transformation program for the year 2022.
Adil Al Raqadi
IT Director
The Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones
Adil Al Raqadi
IT Director
The Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones
Adil Al Raqadi boasts a remarkable 19-year career in IT and Digital Transformation. His journey, initiated nearly two decades ago, epitomizes exceptional leadership and expertise. Proficient in designing and executing transformative IT and Digital Transformation strategies, Adil has led complex projects to successful outcomes. His pivotal role as an IT Director at The Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones (OPAZ) underscores his visionary leadership and deep industry knowledge. Adil remains an invaluable asset for organizations seeking to navigate the ever-evolving digital landscape, with an unwavering commitment to excellence. His dedication and expertise continue to shape a digitally transformed future, setting industry standards.
Moreover, Adil is continually seeking new and future technologies, keeping him at the forefront of innovation in the field. His passion for staying updated with the latest technological advancements further enhances his ability to drive digital transformation and provide forward-thinking solutions to the organizations he serves.
Mataz Al Kharusi
Information Security Officer
Authority for Public Services Regulation
Mataz Al Kharusi
Information Security Officer
Authority for Public Services Regulation
Mataz is an adept Information Security Officer with a solid foundation in computer engineering. Having graduated in computer engineering, He possesses a unique blend of technical proficiency and an astute understanding of digital systems and their vulnerabilities. Currently, Mataz is actively engaged in numerous projects that are pivotal to achieving digital transformation. His expertise ensures that as organizations transition to more advanced and interconnected digital platforms, the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of their data and systems remain uncompromised. His comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience make him a valuable asset in the realm of information security, particularly in this age of rapid digital evolution.
Hamed Al-Abri
Senior Corporate Technology Advisor
Petroleum Development Oman (PDO)
Hamed Al-Abri
Senior Corporate Technology Advisor
Petroleum Development Oman (PDO)
Hamed Al Abri is a Senior New Technology Advisor at Petroleum Development Oman LLC (PDO) with over 13 years of experience in the Oil and Gas sector in Oman. He has a Bachelor degree in Electronic Instrumentation & Control Engineering and a Master degree in Control & Automation Engineering. He has worked in different positions at PDO taking various key roles and responsibilities with many hands-on experiences. He has vast knowledge in multi-engineering roles and experience in all phases of project delivery from, Concept, Pre-FEED, FEED, detail design, and Procurement through to Construction execution including project handover and commissioning with a wealth experience in project engineering, stakeholder management, engineering management and contract management capabilities.
Hamed has a rich on-hand experience in problem solving and developing new ways of working entailing corporate planning, energy transition, new technology implementation and digital transformation. He has also worked in skill pool management and organization design with an in-depth experience in developing capability strategies and resource planning along with addressing people issues.
Ahmed Al Hajri
Senior Manager Technology Shared Operations
Asyad Group
Ahmed Al Hajri
Senior Manager Technology Shared Operations
Asyad Group
Ahmed Al Hajri is the Senior Manager of Technology Operations , Asyad Group.
With over 18 years of experience in the IT field with a demonstrated history of working in Banking, Aviation, Logistics industries., He is a technology leader and strategist who develops and drives IT strategies, leverages the latest technology trends, Solutions, and policies that propel organizational growth and success.
Keynote Speaker
Eng. Maqbool Al Wahaibi
Chief Executive Officer
Oman Data Park (ODP)
YEng. Maqbool Al Wahaibi
Chief Executive Officer
Oman Data Park (ODP)
Eng. Maqbool Al Wahaibi is the Chief Executive Officer of Oman Data Park (ODP), the first Managed & Cloud Service Provider in Oman. He is part of the Executive Management and the Founding team member to establish ODP in 2012 and has been instrumental in developing solutions tailored to address the banks, financial institutions, oil and gas sector, healthcare, government, education, and professional services sectors.
Eng. Maqbool has more than 25 years of diversified experience in ICT engineering, Software Development, Business Start-ups, and Leadership. He holds a Master’s Degree in Computer Software Engineering from the University of York, and an MBA from Strathclyde University, UK.
Eng. Al Wahaibi was named as Technology Person of the Year at the Annual AIWA Awards in 2018, which also gave Oman Data Park the Excellence for Global Cloud-Based Services in 2019. Eng. Al Wahaibi was also named as one of the world's most inspiring CEOs for 2023 published by the renowned international magazine World's Leaders. ODP is currently serving more than 800 corporates ranging from large to mid-sized and small companies.
Speakers
1 - Tech Track
Hamdan Al Alawi
Director of Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Technology Development Program
Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology
Hamdan Al Alawi
Director of Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Technology Development Program
Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology
TOPIC : Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Development in Oman
Hamdan bin Mohammed Al-Alawi specializes in the field of artificial intelligence and advanced technologies. Hamdan works as director of the Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Technologies Program Development Department at the National Center for Space, Advanced Technology, and Artificial Intelligence. One of the members of the team that worked on formulating the executive program for artificial intelligence and advanced technologies, which is considered the strategy of the Sultanate of Oman in the field of artificial intelligence and advanced technologies. Hamdan holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Bedfordshire in the United Kingdom and a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology from the University of Technology and Applied Sciences in the Sultanate of Oman. He has over 13 years of experience in IT project management and has participated in numerous AI-related conferences and events.
Dr. Margarete Schramboeck
Board Member of Aramco Digital
International Strategic Advisor & CEO of MSCH Management
Former Minister of Digital & Economic Affairs, Austria
Aramco Digital, MSCH Management
Dr. Margarete Schramboeck
Board Member of Aramco Digital
International Strategic Advisor & CEO of MSCH Management
Former Minister of Digital & Economic Affairs, Austria
Aramco Digital, MSCH Management
TOPIC : Digital Transformation: A Human Centric Approach
Dr. Margarete Schramboeck is an experienced business leader and politician in the Digital sector. Before joining the Austrian Government as a Minister for Digital and Economic Affairs she has been 15 years CEO of different European IT and Telekom companies, including A1 Telekom Austria, central Europe‘s largest Telekom operator. Dr. Margarete Schramboeck is Board Member of Aramco Digital and acts an international advisor, with a focus of building technology bridges between MENA and EUROPE. In her time as a minister her focus was on digital transformation of societies, private sector companies and public authorities.
MODERATOR
Sameer Hashmi
Middle East Business Correspondent
BBC News
Sameer Hashmi
Middle East Business Correspondent
BBC News
MODERATOR
PANEL DISCUSSION : Future of Telecom
Sameer Hashmi is an award-winning international journalist working for the BBC. Currently, he is the BBC’s Middle Business Correspondent based in Dubai. He reports on business, current affairs, and geopolitics from the Gulf region across all news platforms of the BBC – TV, digital and radio. After taking up the role in 2019, Sameer set up the BBC News bureau in Dubai to ramp up news coverage from the region. Since then, he has reported on a range of stories from the impact of Covid-19 on the region to the historic UAE-Israel peace deal, the rise of Mohammed Bin Salman and Saudi Arabia, and the escalating tension between Iran and its neighbours. He also keeps a close watch on the oil markets and their impact on global geopolitics.
Dr. Yousuf Salim AlHinai
General Manager, ICT & Digital Solutions
Omantel
Dr. Yousuf Salim AlHinai
General Manager, ICT & Digital Solutions
Omantel
PANEL DISCUSSION : Future of Telecom
Dr. Yousef Al-Hinai is a distinguished strategic leader who enjoys a diverse and rich professional journey spanning 23+ years in various sectors, including the government sector, the academic sector, the security sector, the private sector, the voluntary sector, and the youth work sector. This journey gave him a wide spectrum of skills in research, strategic planning, team leadership, and community participation. Dr. Yousef has many notable professional achievements, as he held several leadership positions, including, for example, Assistant Dean of the College of Economics and Political Science for Training and Community Service, Dean of Student Affairs at Sultan Qaboos University, founding expert of the National Risk Register as a national project, and currently General Manager of Information and Communications Technologies at Omantel. Dr. Yousef holds a Bachelor's degree in ICT/IS (Sultan Qaboos University), Master's degree in ICT/IS (University of Rochester, New York), and PhD in ICT/IS (University of Melbourne, Australia), in addition to a recent Master's degree in Disaster & Crisis Management (United Kingdom). Based on his demonstrated exceptional ability to lead multi-faceted responsibilities in various fields and develop and manage strategies, he serves on the board of directors of a number of firms.
Pramod Chinchunsure
Head of Technology Operations
Vodafone Oman
Pramod Chinchunsure
Head of Technology Operations
Vodafone Oman
PANEL DISCUSSION : Future of Telecom
Technology Operations transformation and Automation (Digital Transformation) Leader, Head of the converged technology operation of a fully Containerized / virtualized, cloud native Digital Service Provider.
Visionary and results-oriented technology leader with distinguished experience in shaping the future of Telecom IT & Networks. Renowned for orchestrating operational transformations, driving digital initiatives, and optimizing processes to achieve unparalleled excellence in end-to-end assurance, application performance management, service delivery, analytics, customer experience management, and automation.
Sheeraz Khateeb
Channel Manager - Information Solutions
Rockwell Automation
Sheeraz Khateeb
Channel Manager - Information Solutions
Rockwell Automation
PANEL DISCUSSION : Future of Telecom
Sheeraz Ahamed Khateeb is a distinguished professional with nearly two decades of expertise in advanced software, PLC, DCS, IoT, and AI. Sheeraz holds both a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Instrumentation and Control Engineering and is currently pursuing an Executive MBA at the renowned London Business School, His credentials extend further with certifications from esteemed institutions like INSEAD and Harvard X, emphasizing his commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
In his current role as the Leader for Software Partners in the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa at Rockwell Automation, Sheeraz is instrumental in driving innovation and progress in the field. Notably, he is a certified Digital Transformation Assessor accredited by MOIAT (Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology). His credentials extend further as he actively collaborates with the governments of Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and the UAE to foster the development of IoT and AI ecosystems within these countries. He has actively assisted and motivated multiple manufacturing firms to embark on their digital transformation journeys. Through his guidance and expertise, these firms have navigated the challenges and celebrated the tangible results of their transformations, enhancing their competitiveness and efficiency.
Sheeraz's remarkable blend of academic prowess, hands-on experience in various roles at Rockwell Automation, Siemens, ENOC, and government partnerships position him as a prominent thought leader in the industry. His insights and contributions have a significant impact on shaping technological landscapes, making him an invaluable asset for initiatives related to advanced technology, automation, and digital transformation in the Middle East and beyond.
In his personal life, Sheeraz is blessed with a loving family. He has two wonderful daughters and a son, all of whom inspire and motivate him. He is supported by an understanding and patient wife, whose unwavering support has been a cornerstone of his success.
Outside of his professional endeavors, Sheeraz is passionate about travel and exploring new cities and cultures. He has set a personal goal to visit all of the world's man-made wonders and tallest towers and has already covered half of them. This pursuit of cultural enrichment and exploration demonstrates his curiosity and zest for experiencing the diversity our world has to offer.
As Helen Keller once said, 'Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much.' Sheeraz embodies this spirit of collaboration not only in his professional life but also within his loving family, where unity and support have been key to his achievements.
Yahya Nasser Al Hajri
Licensing and Compliance Manager
Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA)
Yahya Nasser Al Hajri
Licensing and Compliance Manager
Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA)
TOPIC : Enabling IoT Services Through Regulation
Yahya is Licensing and Compliance Manager at Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) in the Sultanate of Oman, responsible for facilitating the entry of new telecom service providers into the Omani market.
In addition, Yahya works on developing regulatory frameworks and guidelines to enable the provision of telecommunications services in the Sultanate of Oman.
Yahya is an engineer with over 21 years of experience in the ICT sector in the Sultanate of Oman.
Roberto Croci
Director, Transformation Office
Public Investment Fund (PIF)
Roberto Croci
Director, Transformation Office
Public Investment Fund (PIF)
Roberto Croci is currently the Director of Value Creation & Transformation at the Public Investment Fund (PIF) in Riyadh-KSA. Prior to this role, he was the Managing Director of Microsoft for Startups in the MEA region with a vision to drive innovation and develop market-defining ideas in the Middle East. He previously served as Regional Head, Google Marketing Platforms - EMEA Emerging Markets (Middle East, Turkey, Israel, Russia, Africa), having started in Google Milan & London (6 months each), then promoted and transferred to Paris & Singapore and then to Dubai. He has been Awarded and Nominated twice by Google for “Best Coaching Manager” and “Best Googler Inspiring Hero” in 2018 and 2016, respectively.
He is also an active conference speaker and panelist, especially around VC Investing and MENA Growth. He regularly speaks at prominent universities and within local school systems. Roberto is passionate about mentoring young people and helping them develop an entrepreneurial mindset to find solutions to problems they see in their community, country, or across the globe.
In his personal world, Roberto enjoys reading hardcover books, hiking, running, and spending time with his family, and he has summited K2, the second-highest mountain in the world.
Roberto has earned his Industrial Engineering Degree from Politecnico di Milano. He also did his Master in Business and Management from Duke University in 3 locations (US, UK, Singapore). Along with this, he has earned EMBA from Harvard Business School as well focused on leadership, change, and innovation.
Ahmad Halabi
Managing Director (MENA)
Resecurity
Ahmad Halabi
Managing Director (MENA)
Resecurity
TOPIC : Disrupting Criminal Underground Operations via DarkWeb Intelligence
Hall-of-Fame hacker, widely recognized vulnerability and offensive cybersecurity researcher who discovered over 2,000 vulnerabilities and helped secure over 200 private, public and government organizations worldwide.
Mr. Halabi is a well-known thought leader in the penetration testing and bug bounty field, ranking as one of the Top 50 Hackers in the World and top ethical hacker by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and IBM.
Dinesh Varadharajan
Chief Product Officer
Kissflow
Dinesh Varadharajan
Chief Product Officer
Kissflow
TOPIC : ERP Orchestration With the Power of Low-Code and No-Code
Dinesh leads the product team at Kissflow, a unified low-code/no-code platform built for both business users and developers to create enterprise applications. With an illustrious experience working with bleeding-edge technologies, Dinesh has become a recognized product strategy and development authority at Kissflow. He has a keen eye for identifying and translating industry trends into practical, scalable solutions that address real-world challenges. Dinesh was recently named one among the Top 100 Great People Managers 2020 by the Great Manager Institute and Forbes India.
Ahmed Saleh
Senior Sales Engineer, META
Recorded Future
Ahmed Saleh
Senior Sales Engineer, META
Recorded Future
TOPIC : MFA is not Enough
Ahmed has spent 14+ years in various information security domains, such as Professional Services, Pre-sales, and SOC Analysis. He also holds multiple information security certifications like CISSP, CEH, and CCNP Security, among others.
Ahmed has over 15 years of information security experience and worked at a number of information security companies, including Nexthink and Qualys.
As a Senior Sales Engineer covering the META region, Ahmed helps organizations move from an active to a proactive state by choosing the right threat intelligence tools.
Ahmed holds multiple information security certifications like CISSP, CEH, and CCNP Security, among others.
Rameez Khan
Head of Operations Middle East
Planisware
Rameez Khan
Head of Operations Middle East
Planisware
TOPIC : Digitalization of the PMO
Involved in the operations of Planisware in the UAE from day 1, Rameez looks after the entire Middle East region for the organization. He has extensive experience of delivering complex business transformations in large entities in UAE and UK. With over 13 years of experience in the field, he has led teams through all stages of business and technology transformation initiatives with an emphasis on stakeholder engagement and management. He is currently involved in Planisware’s on-going engagements in UAE and KSA.
Hyunmin Shin
Business Development and Strategic Manager
Kiwontech
Hyunmin Shin
Business Development and Strategic Manager
Kiwontech
TOPIC : Email Security and International Standardisation
Ms. Shin is responsible for overseeing comprehensive global business operations in the field of email security for the past five years at Kiwontech. She has recently been actively involved in several key international initiatives: Leading the planning and development of a global email security consultant training program based on the revised Korean domestic standard (TTAK.KO-12.0379), with a specific focus on targeted email attacks / Collaborating as a Co-editor and developer for the ITU international standard "X.1236: Security requirements and countermeasures for targeted email attacks." / Acting the roles of the main editor and presenter for the new ITU project "Security framework for detecting targeted email attacks."
Marco Maglio
CEO
Piratech
Marco Maglio
CEO
Piratech
TOPIC : Using Software to Tackle the Energy Storage Challenge
Dr. Marco Maglio earned a degree in Aerospace Engineering at University of Padua in Italy and a PhD in Computational Fluid Dynamics from the Institut de Mécanique des Fluides in Toulouse, France. Maglio has spent over a decade in the fields of Energy and IT culminating in the foundation of Piratech, an IT consulting firm specializing in enabling creators and innovators to transform their ideas from concept to reality, and to assist companies in navigating their digital transition. Piratech furthermore develops solutions to world challenges with the aid of technology.
Ghulam Qadir
Senior Solutions Architect
Alibaba Cloud
Ghulam Qadir
Senior Solutions Architect
Alibaba Cloud
TOPIC : Alibaba Cloud Powers Up Future Business
Ghulam Qadir is an experienced Senior Industry Solution Architect with more than 15 years of experience in the International Market, A Diamond Tier MVP (Most Valuable Professional), Expert in Cloud Computing, Big Data, Security and AI.
He is responsible for Cloud Intelligence International’s Solutions across multiple industries and technologies including IaaS, PaaS, Big Data, Security, and AI. His mission is to enable the customers to achieve success in Digital Transformation & Data Intelligence.
Michel Salloum
Cloud Solutions Architect
Oracle
Michel Salloum
Cloud Solutions Architect
Oracle
TOPIC : Trusting the Cloud
Senior cloud solution architect in Oracle with 25-years-experience in cloud and legacy on-premise IT, networks and cybersecurity systems integration. With 13 years in Oman, he has contributed to the success of multiple key networking and ICT projects in the sultanate from solution design, consultancy and implementation aspects, in addition to the training of Omani IT personnel to help them make the cloud leap and support their organizations in the digital transformation journey. Currently supporting cloud migration, adoption and data center exit endeavors in the data-sovereign Oracle Cloud Dedicated Region of Oman
Karthik Ananda Rao
Chief Technical Evangelist
ManageEngine
Karthik Ananda Rao
Chief Technical Evangelist
ManageEngine
TOPIC : Future-fit Technology Strategy for Sustainable Growth
Karthik Ananda Rao has over 20 years of IT experience. Today, he is the Chief Technical Evangelist for ManageEngine and heads the Technical Research team for MENA region. He has hands-on experience in all IT domains - vis-a-vis - IT/Enterprise Service Management, IT Operations Management, Active Directory and Identity Management, Security and Information Event Management, Unified Endpoint Management, Privileged Access Management, and Data Analytics. He has had the privilege to deliver guest lectures at quite a few educational institutions across UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Malaysia, India, France, Morocco, Belgium, UK and the US.
Daniel Markić
Director
Security and Intelligence Agency (SOA)
Republic of Croatia
Daniel Markić
Director
Security and Intelligence Agency (SOA)
Republic of Croatia
TOPIC : Digital Transformation as a Driver of Change in Security-Intelligence World
Daniel Markić is the Director of the Croatian Security-Intelligence Agency. He holds a master's degree in international and European law.
He started his professional career in the Special Operations Forces of the Croatian Army, followed by posts in the intelligence services and diplomacy.
In the Security-Intelligence Agency, he headed operations, education and international cooperation units until 2016, when he became its director.
He participates as a speaker at technology conferences where he talks about the role of security and intelligence agencies in the protection of cyberspace and the transformation of intelligence work in the digital age.
Islam Al Aarag
Director of AI & ML infrastructure
Talabat Regional Office
Islam Al Aarag
Director of AI & ML infrastructure
Talabat Regional Office
TOPIC : talabat AI: Transforming the Customer Journey
Islam Alaarag is a seasoned leader in the world of Machine Learning and AI with more than 10 years of experience, currently serving as the Director of Machine Learning and AI at Talabat, a part of the global food delivery giant, Delivery Hero. With a strong academic foundation in computer science and engineering, Islam's journey has taken him from the vibrant tech hubs of Silicon Valley to his current role in the Middle East.
Islam spent five years at Quora focusing on personalization and ranking algorithms. Subsequently, he joined Pinterest where he led a talented team specializing in deep learning models for ad retrieval. He later took on a leadership role at Google, where his team focused on the intricate domain of video understanding.
Haider Al-Lawati
Senior Manager - Artificial Intelligence
Oman Data Park (ODP)
Haider Al-Lawati
Senior Manager - Artificial Intelligence
Oman Data Park (ODP)
TOPIC : How to Chat with Your Data
Haider Al-Lawati is a Senior Manager – Artificial Intelligence at Oman Data Park, drawing upon more than 13 years of dedicated experience within both the telecom industry and academia. Throughout his career, he has spearheaded diverse projects encompassing network planning, strategic and operational planning, project management, and innovative network solutions. His academic journey led him to achieve a Ph.D. from the prestigious University of Toronto in Canada. Following his Ph.D., Haider delved into cutting-edge AI research, contributing to both academia and industry in Canada. His recent transition to Oman Data Park reflects his commitment to driving AI initiatives and projects.
Furthermore, Haider shares his knowledge and passion of AI by teaching machine learning courses at the Modern College of Business and Science.
Saqar AlMaskari
Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Tatweer Cyber Security
Saqar AlMaskari
Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Tatweer Cyber Security
TOPIC : R&D AT TCS
Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Tatweer Cybersecurity, leading the Research & Development team. With a strong foundation in software research engineering, specializing in designing sustainable solutions to complex, real-world problems, particularly in the realm of cybersecurity and cloud computing.
Rashid Al Salmi
CEO
Insight Information Security LLC
Rashid Al Salmi
CEO
Insight Information Security LLC
He worked in the aviation and banking sectors until 2010.
Specialized in information security since 2003, and before that in the field of programming since 1998
He currently holds the position of CEO at Insight Information Security Company
He has many contributions to the information security sector in the Sultanate, especially in the field of awareness work
Waqas Nakhwa
CEO
Smart Chain
Waqas Nakhwa
CEO
Smart Chain
Experienced professional in the emerging technology industry with varied exposure across the globe. Firstgeneration entrepreneur and founder of 3 startups; professionally qualified MBA and Green Belt Lean Six Sigma. Has dynamic over 18 years of experience in varied Industries like Banking, Telecom and Real Estate.
Through his strong business acumen and vast international exposure, he has developed community, markets and business growth in India, Singapore, UAE and KSA.
He has exceptional experience in emerging technologies like Blockchain, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence where he has used his special skills to start Smart Chain which is a technology development company focusing on projects and services. Smart Chain is operational since 2018 in UAE and KSA.
Has spearheaded developments to market launch and specializes in digital strategy and marketing. He has vast expertise in international structuring and investment policies worldwide.
He is a public speaker and thought leader, with specialized branding strategy he possesses the perfect formula for growth success. Dynamic reach and business ethics, professionalism and passion for work make him a team player and joy to work.
Krishnadas
Co-Founder & Partner
Securado
Krishnadas
Co-Founder & Partner
Securado
TOPIC : Dark SOC
An experienced cybersecurity technology advocate with over 18 years of expertise, this individual stands out as a pioneering leader in crafting advanced technological solutions and platforms. They are distinguished for their strategic thinking, which has been instrumental in making cybersecurity measures affordable and thus more accessible to a broad range of companies in different locations. Their work has democratized the security landscape, enabling businesses, regardless of size or location, to safeguard their digital assets effectively. This leader's vision has significantly impacted the industry, ensuring robust security protocols are within reach for diverse markets.
Karim Ibrahim
Presales Country Lead
SAP
Karim Ibrahim
Presales Country Lead
SAP
TOPIC : SAP Generative Business AI
Leading the Solution Engineering practice for SAP Oman and serving as a Business Architect for SAP applications, Karim Ibrahim plays a major role on advocating SAP Omani customers across different industries including O&G, Group Companies and Services to drive a Business Transformation initiatives and innovation roadmaps.
Karim comes with more than two decades of IT experience across different roles, technologies, and geographies. Prior joining the SAP Oman team, he was advocating SAP customers in Canada and UAE. He kicked off his business carrier as Technology consultant for multiple technologies providers across the MENA region.
In addition, he holds a bachelor’s degree in Electrical & Communication Engineering and holds multiple certificates in the applications software space.
Ahmad Qarout
Director - Digital Infrastructure Solutions
GBM Oman
Ahmad Qarout
Director - Digital Infrastructure Solutions
GBM Oman
TOPIC : Embracing Cyber Chaos
Serving as the Digital Infrastructure Solutions Director of GBM Oman, Ahmad Qarout plays a major role in leading and strategizing comprehensive solutions to help clients achieve newer levels of business performance and enable them to derive more revenue. He has led an impressive career in the digital solutions since 2008.
Prior to his current role at GBM Oman, Ahmad was Intelligent Network Solutions, Security & Mobility (INS) Manager at GBM Bahrain. He was known for driving aggressive growth unlocking more opportunities in offering secure, scalable, and cost-efficient solutions and maintained a competitive edge for the organization. Before joining GBM Bahrain, he was Regional Business Development Consultant responsible for increasing the regional revenue of GBM-INS with the strategic vendors such as F5, Juniper, Riverbed, Paloalto, Fortinet and many others covering UAE, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain.
Pavel Vishnyakov
Senior Cloud Solution Architect
Huawei
Pavel Vishnyakov
Senior Cloud Solution Architect
Huawei
TOPIC : Unleash Digital with Everything as a Service - Diving Into All-Intelligent Cloud
Senior Cloud Solution Architect, 20 years in Huawei, more than 25 years of experience in IT, 15 years in Telecom, 10 years in Cloud technologies.
Dr. Maryam Ketait
Regional Lead at Aerospace Xelerated
Boeing
Dr. Maryam Ketait
Regional Lead at Aerospace Xelerated
Boeing
TOPIC : The digital divide and the value of listening
Mariam is the Regional Lead (MENA) for Aerospace Xelerated, Boeing’s startup accelerator, Aerospace Xelerated, which is managed by the Global Accelerators & Innovation Programs Strategy team at Boeing.
Mariam has extensive experience across government, healthcare and private sector, focusing on establishing public-private partnerships, developing innovative health and well-being strategies, and driving digital transformation initiatives. In addition to her professional accomplishments, Mariam is deeply committed to philanthropy, having served as the CEO of the UAE National MS Society, supporting individuals and families living with multiple sclerosis.
Currently in her role at Aerospace Xelerated and Boeing, Mariam is focused on driving aerospace innovation whilst championing initiatives that prioritise health and well-being.
2 - Banking Track
Aasiya Mulji
Installments Lead for GCC
VISA
Aasiya Mulji
Installments Lead for GCC
VISA
TOPIC : Visa Installment Solution
I am part of the product and solutions team to ensure technical enablement of VIS and work with partners (issuers, acquirers, merchants, payment facilitators, regulators) to enable VIS for wider reach and greater financial benefits. I have over 10 years’ experience in product & portfolio management with last 5.5 years working for a UAE based bank in the Cards & Payments team as a Portfolio Manager developing and driving portfolio management activities with a primary focus on the installment ecosystem.
Christian Kunz
Chief Strategy, Innovation & Ventures Officer
Dubai International Financial Centre Authority
Christian Kunz
Chief Strategy, Innovation & Ventures Officer
Dubai International Financial Centre Authority
TOPIC : MENA Growth Opportunities for Fintech Firms
In his capacity as Head of Group Strategy and Innovation at DIFC, Christian is responsible to develop and continuously evolve the strategic agenda and initiatives of DIFC, in line with the UAE’s commitment to innovation and development of future economies. As part of this vision, Christian also furthers in developing DIFC’s core and future of finance proposition and leading a number of initiatives to move the innovation agenda towards a broader conversation about the future of finance.
Christian’s previous experience lies at the intersection of financial services, technology and innovation. He led the Fintech and New (Digital) Business Building practice for McKinsey & Company in the Middle East.
Besides developing future of finance strategies, Christian has built-up several digital FinTech ventures, following a build-operate-transfer model and applying Agile, Design Thinking and Lean Start-up principles. He has also led several digital and analytics transformations of large banks and insurance businesses across the Middle East and Europe.
Fares M Alsaleh
Manager of FinTech Development
Saudi Central Bank (SAMA)
Fares M Alsaleh
Manager of FinTech Development
Saudi Central Bank (SAMA)
TOPIC : From Vision to Action: Fintech and Policymaker Strategies for Financial Inclusion
Mr. Fares Alsaleh is the Manager of Fintech Development within the Saudi Central Bank, where he is leading the strategic initiatives aimed at developing the Fintech sector and ecosystem in the Kingdom. He also heads the Regulatory Sandbox which is playing a pivotal role in exponential growth of the Fintech sector, in alignment with the national Financial Sector Development Program under Vision 2030. Mr. Alsaleh holds a BS degree in Financial Technology from the US, and also completed executive education in Master’s of Central Banking from MIT Sloan School of Management
Ali Hamed Al Jabri
Manager, Payment Systems Operations Department
Central Bank of Oman
Ali Hamed Al Jabrii
Manager, Payment Systems Operations Department
Central Bank of Oman
TOPIC : Payment Trends in Oman
Nooriya Al Bulushi
Technical Innovation Specialist
Central Bank of Oman
Nooriya Al Bulushi
Technical Innovation Specialist
Central Bank of Oman
TOPIC : Oman Fintech Landscape
13 years of diverse expertise in Innovation, Fintech , Technology and Information Security.
Kedar Muley
Lead, Middle East & Africa
NPCI International Payments Limited
Kedar Muley
Lead, Middle East & Africa
NPCI International Payments Limited
TOPIC : Growth of Real-time payments in India and its impact on Financial Inclusion
Mr. Kedar Muley is Lead, Business Development for Middle East and Africa (MEA) region working for National Payments Corporation of India, International (NIPL). His responsibility is formulating business strategies, creating business opportunities, nurturing partnerships and leading business development in MEA region by deploying NPCI's technology and solutions. Mr. Kedar Muley holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration with specialization in Marketing and Operations. He has over 11 years of work experience with expertise in areas of sales and marketing success in Technology & BFSI Domain along with Channel Partners & Alliances Management and Partner Marketing. His previous stints include working with Worldline, a global leader in payments and Tata Consultancy Services, a global leader in IT services and consulting.
MODERATOR
Abdallah Al Jouaid
Finance Reporter
CNN Business Arabic
Abdallah Al Jouaid
Finance Reporter
CNN Business Arabic
MODERATOR
PANEL DISCUSSION : Future of Banking
Finance Reporter. His financial news coverage has appeared on CNN Business Arabic, Forbes, IProspect, Annahar Newspaper, and more.
He covers well-known billionaires, wealth, cryptocurrency markets, Fintech, and stock markets. With seven years of media experience, Abdallah has attended numerous events such as, the IAA Mobility in Munich, the World Government Summit, Dubai Fintech Summit, Standard bank Summit, Crypto Forex Dubai, Investopia, and others. Abdallah has interviewed prominent public figures such as Binance’s Richard Teng, Litecoin’s CEO Jay Milla, Lebanon’s Prime Minister, Minister of Economy, Minister of Energy, and others. He graduated with a journalism degree from the Lebanese International University, and a master’s in investigative journalism from the University of Saint Joseph.
Abdallah is currently working at CNN Business Arabic. His role entails covering market news, conducting special interviews, and presenting shows and segments.
Dr. Ali Salim Said Al Shekaili
Head - Digital & E-Channel
National Bank of Oman
Dr. Ali Salim Said Al Shekaili
Head - Digital & E-Channel
National Bank of Oman
PANEL DISCUSSION : Future of Banking
Dr Ali Salim Al Shekaili heads the Digital Banking and e-channels division in National Bank of Oman. He is spearheading the digital transformation journey and is responsible for the fintech initiative in the bank. He has published several papers, presented in various conferences and holds a PhD in Digital Banking Management from Malaysia.
Dr. Khalid Salim Ali Al Hamadani
CHROO
Bank Dhofar
Dr. Khalid Salim Ali Al Hamadani
CHROO
Bank Dhofar
PANEL DISCUSSION : Future of Banking
Nitin Swarup Sokhey
SSVP & Head of Digital Banking
Sohar International
Nitin Swarup Sokhey
SVP & Head of Digital Banking
Sohar International
PANEL DISCUSSION : Future of Banking
Nitin Swarup Sokhey, a seasoned banking executive with extensive experience in Digital Transformation and Emerging Technologies, currently at Sohar International as SVP & Head of Digital Banking. With over two decades of experience in the industry including roles at Standard Chartered Bank, DBS and Deutsche Bank, he focuses on user-centric digital products that enhance customer experience and leverage technologies to meet business needs. His mission is crafting innovative solutions that simplify and enrich customer lives.
MODERATOR
Natalie Lindo
International Journalist
Natalie Lindo
International Journalist
MODERATOR:
PANEL DISCUSSION : Future of Banking
I’m an accomplished journalist with over 20 years of experience. I started my career at the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) as a radio and TV reporter in the UK and Ireland and progressed to becoming a presenter. In the United Arab Emirates, I have covered regional news and hosted business programmes for Dubai Eye 103.8. I have also covered news, current affairs and anchored a business show for International rolling news channel Euronews. As a broadcaster and producer, I have interviewed many high-profile government bodies, CEOs, entrepreneurs and celebrities and in 2020 I covered the US Presidential Election live from Florida. As an event host, I bring warmth and passion and specialise in distilling complex subjects and breathing life into discussions. My previous work includes The National Bank Fujairah knowledge series, Transform MENA awards, Women Leaders in Sport & Health Forum and since 2018 I’ve had an ongoing working relationship with Dubai Cares. With deep knowledge and experience in the UAE, I can deliver to any audience, from presenting, interviewing, hosting and moderating to script writing and collaborating with companies to deliver an engaging project. As a media trainer, I bring my experience to private clients with customised sessions, empowering them to speak with confidence in presentations, at events and in the media.
Nitin Bhandari
SVP & Head of Payit Digital Wallet
First Abu Dhabi Bank
UAE
Nitin Bhandari
SVP & Head of Payit Digital Wallet
First Abu Dhabi Bank
UAE
TOPIC : Curated Experiences - Transforming everyday transactions into joyful moments
Nitin has global cross-industry leadership experience of more than 25 years and held key executive roles driving digital transformation and corporate scale-ups at Financial Services, Digital Payments and Telecom businesses. He brings in a strong focus on fostering sustainable commercialization and profitable business growth through product innovation and nurturing digital ecosystems.
Nitin is currently an SVP & Head of Payit Digital Wallet at the First Abu Dhabi bank, UAE where he is responsible for driving Payit, UAE’s leading digital wallet and finstyle app. Previously, Nitin played critical roles in envisioning the strategic roadmap for the digital transformation at Access Bank in Africa, nurturing the API Banking portfolio at Standard Charted Bank in Singapore, establishing digital payments ecosystem at Reliance Jio and digital wallet-led financial services at Vodafone M-Pesa in India.
Nitin has worked and lived in the UAE, Singapore, United Kingdom, Germany, Nigeria & India and brings in deep insights into distinct cultures and business practices.
Amna Ishaq Al-Balushi
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Bank Nizwa
Amna Ishaq Al-Balushi
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Bank Nizwa
TOPIC : Integrating Cyber Security in the Digital Age
Amna Albalushi is a seasoned information security leader with a vast 18-year tenure in the realm of Banking, Private, and Government sectors. With her multifaceted roles across various organizational hierarchies, she has cultivated a holistic view of the information security landscape. Notably, she has championed organizations in their journey to achieve ISO7001-2015 certification. Currently, as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) of Bank Nizwa—the pioneering Islamic Bank in Oman—she underscores her commitment to cybersecurity excellence. A graduate of Computer Engineering from Caledonian College Oman, Amna's professional prowess is further accentuated with certifications such as CISSP, ISO27001 Lead Auditor, Cobit5, ISO38500 Lead IT Corporate Governance Manager, and PMP-Prince2.
Kemal Rizadi Arbi
Expert/Advisor
Capital Market Authority
Sultanate of Oman
Kemal Rizadi Arbi
Expert/Advisor
Capital Market Authority
Sultanate of Oman
PANEL DISCUSSION : Evolving Landscape of Virtual Assets in Oman
Mr. Kemal Rizadi Arbi has 30 years global experience in the banking and financial industry (both government and private sectors), involved in Islamic finance, corporate & investment banking, fund management, ESG sustainable finance, crowdfunding platforms, fintech, virtual assets, and as a regulator, policy maker and strategic developer of capital markets in the Middle East and Asian region.
He is currently an Expert/Advisor with the government of Oman and has been with the Executive President/Vice President’s Office at the Capital Market Authority (Oman CMA) for the last 10 years, which regulates and develops the financial industry in Oman relating to the capital market and insurance sectors (both conventional and Islamic).
He is involved in the development of the crowdfunding fintech industry in Oman to enhance financial inclusion and oversaw the establishment of the 1st global Islamic crowdfunding platform in Oman together with the issuance of the new Rules for Crowdfunding Platforms on 21 November 2021, for both conventional and Islamic. This new crowdfunding framework is the 1st in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region to allow global cross-border fundraisings and investments where most countries do not provide.
He has also been appointed as the Project Manager of the Virtual Assets Committee to lead the development of the virtual/digital assets industry in Oman and establishing the regulatory framework for security tokens, crypto assets, crypto exchanges and initial coin offerings, in addition to the regulatory framework for virtual assets service providers, which would include the licensing and market supervision of capital market professional licensed entities.
Prior to joining the Oman CMA, he had established strategic initiatives for the development of the Malaysian and ASEAN+3 (10 ASEAN nations with China, Japan and Korea) capital markets and evaluated corporate finance/Islamic finance transactions, through various senior management positions as Head of Department at the Securities Commission Malaysia.
He had also advised the Board of Directors of public listed companies in various industries on the structuring of corporate banking, corporate finance and Islamic finance transactions, while working as a senior corporate and investment banker.
Dr. Khalid M.W. Tahhan
Co-Founder
Easy Coins
Dr. Khalid M.W. Tahhan
Co-Founder
Easy Coins
PANEL DISCUSSION : Evolving Landscape of Virtual Assets in Oman
Dr. Khalid is a Co-Founder of Oman’s first cryptocurrency brokerage service launched under the Jadara Program of the Ministry of Transport Communication and Information Technology (MTCIT) and is currently the first registered VASP with the Capital Markets Authority of Oman. Also under MTCIT’s Jadara Program, Dr. Khalid and his Co-Founders are launching Oman’s first stable coin and wallet called Hasalah.
Jad Fredrick Kharma
Founder and CEO
Exahertz International
Jad Fredrick Kharma
Founder and CEO
Exahertz International
PANEL DISCUSSION : Evolving Landscape of Virtual Assets in Oman
Jad Fredrick is a serial entrepreneur who successfully founded, scaled, and sold multiple businesses across the CC and Europe. Jad Fredrick was CIO and Strategy Advisor for several high net-worth families in the region, in addition to his role in M&A transactions he been highly invested within the Web3.0 space and infrastructure, he is leading and paving the way for mining in the region through Establishing Exahertz the fastest growing blockchain and IT infrastructure entity in the space
MODERATOR
Shane Farrell
Researcher
Coin Bureau
Shane Farrell
Researcher
Coin Bureau
MODERATOR
PANEL DISCUSSION : Evolving Landscape of Virtual Assets in Oman
Shane is a Researcher at The Coin Bureau, the wold's largest cryptocurrency YouTube channel (2.3m+ subscribers, over 1000 videos). He has written nearly 50 video scripts since joining the company in June. Previously, he worked with several companies in the Web 3 space, including security auditing firm Least Authority and Peersyst, blockchain platform.
Tim Phillips
Managing Director (Middle East and Asia)
Smart
Tim Phillips
Managing Director (Middle East and Asia)
Smart
TOPIC : Technology's Answer to the Middle East Retirement Crisis
Tim has been part of Smart’s senior leadership team since 2017 and has 20 years’ international experience in pensions and technology.
He is currently based in the UAE, where his responsibilities have included leading on the technology delivery for workplace savings and pension reforms in a number of countries throughout the MEA Region.
Tim is a former Vice President of the Pensions Management Institute in the UK. He has advised both government entities and large companies across multiple industries worldwide on pension scheme design and delivery.
Eslam Anbar
CEO
Phi Wallet
Eslam Anbar
CEO
Phi Wallet
TOPIC : Gold and the Future of Payments
Islamic Sustainable Finance advocate and technology expert. Co-author of "Strategic dimensions of Open Source and Free software".
Founded and operated technology ventures in Europe, Malaysia, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Turkey.
Eslam believes that value based economy is at the core of Islamic finance, and the direct way to fix global inequality.
Laila Amin
Business Development Manager for the MEA region
SettleMint
Laila Amin
Business Development Manager for the MEA region
SettleMint
TOPIC : Blockchain Transformation in the Public Sector
Laila Amin, Business Development Manager for the MEA region at SettleMint. A leading player in the blockchain space.
With a background as an engineer, ex-Oracle, Laila has honed her expertise in the tech industry, with a particular focus on the transformative potential of blockchain technology & revolutionizing industries.
She is dedicated to unlocking new opportunities for businesses in the region, driving innovation and fostering impactful partnerships to drive success.
Wissam Massud
Director - International Alliances and Partnerships
UAE Trade Connect
Wissam Massud
Director - International Alliances and Partnerships
UAE Trade Connect
TOPIC : Case Study - De risking trade finance
Under the Patronage
Endorsed by
Your Payment Partner
Digital Transformation Partner
Diamond Sponsor
SME Partner
Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Networking Sponsor
Exhibitors
Training Partner - Banking
Training Partner - Cyber Security
Official Airline
Exclusive Offer for the 3rd Future Tech Event
Take advantage of fantastic flight connectivity with Emirates. As the Official Airline of the 3rd Future Tech Event, Emirates would like invite to all guests traveling to / from Muscat to experience luxury at its finest, on board our cabins
Emirates - Fly Better.
Supporters
Associations
Logistics Provider
Registration Partner
Media Partners
Hotel Partners
