Dubai: Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial hub in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) region, will host the inaugural ‘Dubai AI & Web3 Festival’ from September 11 to 12, 2024, at Madinat Jumeirah.
The festival complements the strong momentum of the ‘Dubai AI and Web3 Campus,’ which has received significant attention since its establishment earlier this year.
The first-of-its-kind festival reflects the emirate’s steadfast commitment to showcasing future-forward technologies on a global stage while serving as a catalyst for tech-driven growth and innovation. The event is expected to address an array of topics, ranging from ethical considerations in AI to Web3’s transformative potential.
DIFC is committed to providing a future-forward environment that nurtures creativity, fosters collaboration, and empowers individuals to drive meaningful change. The ‘Dubai AI & Web3 Festival’ will explore the limitless potential at the intersection of AI and Web3 technologies by unlocking new avenues for value creation and economic prosperity, which resonates deeply with DIFC’s Strategy 2030 and the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33). In doing so, we are not only shaping the future of talent, technology, and finance but also reaffirming our commitment to pioneering innovation in the global financial landscape.
Ms. Essa Kazim, Governor of DIFC, shared.
The festival will encourage global tech discussions to drive investment, collaboration, and innovation regarding the future of technology. The event is expected to attract more than 100 exhibitors and 5,000+ global industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators who will drive conversations on the future of AI and Web3 technologies.
Mr. Arif Amiri, Chief Executive Officer, DIFC Authority, commented that “the inaugural ‘Dubai AI & Web3 Festival’ represents DIFC’s ambition to future-proof the Center’s standing as the leading hub for FinTech and Innovation companies. Growth and innovation require a strong inflow of high-quality human capital, policymakers, tech disruptors, and investors. By creating a platform for global collaboration, we are not only advancing the dialogue on AI and Web3, but also paving the way for a digitally empowered future for all.”