Web Summit Qatar 2024: Uniting Tech Leaders for Innovation
Attendees from across the globe will attend the event, representing a diverse spectrum of industries and expertise.
Doha hosts Web Summit Qatar 2024 from February 26th to 29th, welcoming global tech luminaries, industry disruptors, and innovators. Web Summit Qatar boosts collaboration, exploration, and the exchange of groundbreaking ideas shaping the future of technology and business.
Attendees from across the globe will attend the event, representing a diverse spectrum of industries and expertise. Among the figures in attendance are:
Leaders from tech giants such as Google, Microsoft, and Amazon are offering insights into the latest advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, and digital innovation.
More than 1,100 startups from 80 countries are expected to attend the four-day event to provide solutions and pioneering technologies poised to revolutionize industries ranging from fintech and healthcare to sustainability and e-commerce.
Key policymakers and government officials from Qatar and beyond will foster dialogue on the role of technology in driving economic growth, enhancing governance, and fostering digital inclusivity.
Notable figures participating in the event include Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani and Queen Rania Al Abdullah of Jordan.
Distinguished financiers and entrepreneurs slated to attend are Huda Al-Lawati, the founder and CEO of Aliph Capital, a UAE-based fund manager; Will Ahmed, the founder and CEO of Whoop, a wearable tech company in the US; Fadi Ghandour, Managing Partner at Wamda Capital, a VC fund in the UAE; Hosam Arab, co-founder and CEO of Tabby, a fintech startup in Riyadh; and Edward Achtner, Head of AI at HSBC.
Daniyal Khan, Director of QIA's advisory group in New York, and Mohammed Al-Hardan, Head of Tech, will also prominently represent the Qatar Investment Authority, the sovereign wealth fund of Qatar.
The agenda for Web Summit Qatar will offer a comprehensive exploration of the most pressing issues and trends shaping the global tech landscape. Highlights from the event's agenda include:
Inspirational keynote speeches delivered by industry leaders offer strategic insights, and perspectives on the future of technology and innovation.
Attendees will engage in panel discussions featuring experts from diverse backgrounds deliberating on topics such as cybersecurity, digital transformation, sustainability, and the ethical implications of emerging technologies.
Interactive workshops and masterclasses offer practical insights, skill development, and actionable strategies for navigating the evolving tech landscape and driving business success.
Ample networking opportunities facilitated meaningful connections and collaborations among attendees, fostering partnerships, and sparking new ideas for innovation and growth.
