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Learn how seamless access, multi-currency wallets, carrier billing and advanced security measures can boosting player convenience, expanding global reach, and strengthening protection on both sides.

Anita Kalergis

Global Brand and Communications Manager

Xprizo

Egin Govender

CEO

AI TPL

Ana Schulz

COO

FinchPay

Jamie Elkaleh

Marketing Director

Bitget Wallet

Konstantin Vasilenko

CBDO

Paybis

Supported by:

Unlike the usual crypto rollercoaster of value volatility, stablecoins bring an alleged dose of stability to the digital currency game - how will it change digital assets and payments landscape?

Torben Friis

Managing Director

Match Liquidity DMCC

Anton Golub

Venture Partner

Full Stack VC

Matthew Felice Pace

CEO

Simply Staking

Aleksander Borowski

CEO

xremit.io

Mark Berkovich 

CEO

Keabank

As technology evolves, the critical intersection of regulatory frameworks and innovative technologies emphasizes the need for robust security measures to protect users and uphold ethical standards.

Cal Evans

Managing Associate

Gresham International

Dr Joseph Borg

Partner

WH Partners

Miroslav Duric

Solicitor & Attorney at law

Taylor Wessing

Joseph Collement

CLO

Bitcoin.com

The UAE's regulatory framework is growing and transforming, reflecting a bold vision for economic diversification and innovation and ensuring sustainability, integrity, and responsible growth in dynamic sector of digital economy.

Gordon Einstein

Founder

CryptoLaw Partners

Seyed Mohammed Siam Husseini

CEO

H.H. Sheikh Zayed Bin Maktoum bin Rashed Al Maktoum Group Companies

Vardan Khachatryan

CLO & Board Member

Fastex

With its strategic initiatives, collaboration opportunities, Dubai and Europe cultivate an innovative AI ecosystem -- learn how government, industry, and stakeholders foster sustainable growth and ethical advancements in artificial intelligence.

Torben Friis

Managing Director

Match Liquidity DMCC

Neil Micallef

AI Supervision and Market Surveillance Manager

Malta Digital Innovation Authority (MDIA)

Saqr Ereiqat

Secretary General

Dubai Digital Asset Association

Explore how the UAE has emerged as a pivotal hub for innovation in cryptocurrency and web3, driving economic growth and attracting global talent through regulatory advancements and strategic investments.

Belal Jassoma

Director of Ecosystems

Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC)

RAK Digital Assets Oasis (RAK DAO), the world’s first and only Free Zone with Common Law features dedicated to digital assets companies,  has become a global hub for digital assets and convenient sandbox for tech companies settling in the UAE.

Dr Sameer Al Ansari

CEO

RAK DAO (Ras Al Khaimah Digital Asset Oasis)

Famous entrepreneur and inspirational figure Sara Al Madani talks about how global community of business owners, KOLs and entrepreneurs across multiple industries develop an effort to bring attention to important issues and social impact challenges.

Dr Sara Al Madani

The Emirati Entrepreneur

Discover how AI is reshaping sustainable investing by analyzing ESG data, identifying opportunities, and optimizing portfolios for financial returns and positive global impact.

Dr Jane Thomason

Emeritus Chair

World Metaverse Council

Learn more about groundbreaking AI-driven innovations that help scale infrastructure for blockchain networks.

Jarek Bialek

CEO

Revenue Capital

Fabio Zammit

Founder & CEO

Root Codex

Igor Bershadsky

Co-Founder & CEO

Phron.ai

Ida Pandur

CEO

Altonomics

Identifying the best cutting-edge tools that can enhance operational efficiency, drive innovation, and unlock new avenues for growth.

Rudy Shoushany

Founder

DxTalks

Kate Hancock

Founder

Global AI Council

Seif El Hakim

Founder & CEO

Alpha Global Enterprise

Azhar Khan

CEO

LAILA Labs

Decentralized AI agents are redefining the future of artificial intelligence. Marcello Mari will take a deep dive into the latest AI agents and this emerging meta that’s driving breakthroughs and are shaping the next chapter of AI in the crypto and blockchain space.

Marcello Mari

Founder

SingularityDAO - SingularityNET Founding Team

From analyzing browsing patterns, to  social media interactions, to delivering tailored recommendations and targeted advertisements -- explore how AI & machine learning disrupt the world of marketing.

Bob Wazneh

Managing Partner & COO

IBC Ventures

Daniel Robbins

Founder

IBH Media

Colin Fitzpatrick

Chief Business Development Officer

GriffinAI

Rola Diab

High Performance Expert

Malta's approach to achieving the right balance between innovation and sound regulatory frameworks.

Alan Decelis

Head of Supervisory ICT Risk and Cybersecurity

Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA)

Neil Micallef

AI Supervision and Market Surveillance Manager

Malta Digital Innovation Authority (MDIA)

Exploring how media platforms can enhance consumer security and protect personal data, while fostering trust within their communities.

Oliver De Bono

CEO

Quantum Gaming

Nadim Bardawil

Partner

BSA LAW

Yuliya Khrenova

Head of Compliance

IGA

Joe Pisano

Founder & CEO

Jade Entertainment Technology

Examine key audience insights, industry trends, and the compliance pathways businesses must navigate to thrive.

Fieldman Robinson

Co-Founder & Co-Managing Director

Vertical Voyage FZC

Katerina Shepetenko

Managing Partner

Legal Pilot

Dr Joseph Borg

Partner

WH Partners

Tony Petrov

General Counsel

Sumsub

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How server-to-server postbacks enhance transparency, tracking accuracy, and fraud prevention while unlocking new possibilities for seamless integration and performance-driven insights.

Marcin Kumięga

Business Development Director

Voluum

Mex Emini

CTO

SiGMA Group

Milica Delevic

Director

Becfin GmbH

Discover how mindset, leadership, and tools like personal branding and productivity strategies can transform influencers into authentic ambassadors aligned with your brand’s values.

Seif El Hakim

Founder & CEO

Alpha Global Enterprise

Get behind the scenes of influencer campaigns and uncover the often-overlooked metrics that can make or break your marketing strategy.

Jose Vargas

Director EU APAC

Basher Agency

Dylan Exeter

Digital Creator

Dylz7

Sidon Farris

Founder & CEO

C4N2

Vitaliia Pohrebniak

Influence Marketing Manager

PIN-UP Traffic

Unveil how to stay compliant, ethical, and transparent in influencer marketing to avoid legal pitfalls and reputational damage.

Dr Sara Al Madani

The Emirati Entrepreneur

Taleen Marie

Tech Entrepreneur & TV Reality Star

Nouraldin TV

Media Personality & Content Creator

Caroline Alice Stanbury

Entrepreneur & Reality TV Star

Fatima Bahman

Former Miss Universe UAE Beauty & Women Empowerment Advocate

Boost performance with Allaoua Gaham’s transformative Mindful Power Break. This interactive session combines seated stretches, breathwork, and mental clarity techniques to relieve tension, sharpen focus, and enhance endurance. Elevate your engagement, improve decision-making, and cultivate balance for optimal performance—both physically and mentally. A refreshing reset for peak productivity.

Allaoua Gaham

Yoga Master, TEDxSpeaker & Guinness World Record Holder

Discover the simple recipe for a successful display campaign — metrics, creatives, and traffic sources — through a real-world case from Azerbaijan that proves it works.

Leonid Pudov

CEO

mr.Booster Agency

Dive into how using machine learning, chatbots, and predictive analytics to optimize consumer journeys and boost engagement.

Christian Hodges

Head of Partnerships

Lift

Alexis Wicén

CEO

Unibo

Dan Morrison

Director of New Business

Fast Track

Adam Mateja

Co-Founder & CEO

Blurify

Explore how interactive strategies transform industries like education, tech, and AI, creating lucrative opportunities for investment and startup growth.

Julian Goffin

Co-Founder & CEO

Alunafi

Mona Motwani

Founder & CEO

Ixia Capital

Sardar Ahmed Durrani

Head of Investments & Global Partnerships

Scalo Technologies

Mikhail Gavrilov

VC

Cristina Najera

Founder

Najera Ventures

An eye-opening discussion on how cryptocurrencies, blockchain innovations, and new payment tech are transforming the consumer experiences and driving digital evolution in MENA.

Markose Chenthitta

MENA Lead

OORT

Dr Theodoros Christodoulou

Co-Founder & CEO

Lab4crypto

Sheikh Muhammad Noman

Founder & CEO

Pegasus Capital Investments

Jaguar-Adva Gal

CEO

Jaguar Reg&Comp

Alexander Borutskiy

Co-Founder

iMe Lab

How brands can create seamless shopping experiences within platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube to boost conversions and drive sales.

Conor O'Donovan

Africa Partner

Tekkorp Capital

Ben Cove

CMO

Logifuture

Haris Mumtaz

Group Head of Marketing & Growth

AlRais Group

Vladimir Klepikov

Industry Manager

Google

We´re championing up-and-coming startups with the exciting Pitch competition. Held live on stage, it's your chance to connect with investors and VCs—don't miss this golden opportunity!

Esports industry in the MENA region, particularly in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, is remarkably promising as both countries invest heavily in infrastructure, sponsorship, and events, positioning themselves as emerging global hubs in the competitive landscape.

Wadih Al Sayah

Co-Founder & CEO

Al Musaed

Paul "The Profit" Dawalibi

CEO

Holodeck Ventures

Edward Kondrat

Business Development Manager

Gen.G Esports

Artem Merkulov

COO

True Gamers

Pavel Dergachev

Co-Founder

4H Agency

The essence of esports goes beyond mere entertainment; it's a form of cultural expression. In the MENA region, diverse backgrounds create unique narratives in esports.

Arshiya “xArshyy” Faraghat

Esports Host & Co-Founder

Pixel Perfect

Lucy Chow

Investor & Author

Stefania Genesis

COO

EStars MENA FZ

Madiha Naz

Ex Professional Player & Streamer

Expert insights from business owners and thought leader on how to enhance fan engagement through digital elements, driving deeper emotional connections, participation, and loyalty through interactive experiences both in-stadium and via digital platforms.

Andreas Tsindos

CEO

MWAN

Toli Makris

CEO

EX Sports

Jay Greene

CEO

The Sports Playmaker

In today's fast-paced digital landscape, global sports fans' interests, expectations, and opportunities are undergoing a transformative shift. The report delves into the current state of sports fandom and explores how fans navigate the digital landscape.

Pascal Haider

CEO

Cheeer

The play-to-earn space has encountered a number of obstacles, with over 30% of announced blockchain platforms being either cancelled or discontinued in 2023. Community engagement, asset ownership, and hybrid approaches that bridge the Web2 and Web3 worlds could dictate potential future success.

Sam Shami

Senior Partnership Manager

Cointelegraph

Gleb Kostarev

Co-Founder & CEO

Blum.io

Pavel Antohe

Chief Product Officer

Funtico

The discussion aimed at exploring the transformative potential of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) for various industries. As businesses increasingly recognize the value of digital assets, this discussion will provide insights into how NFTs can revolutionize ownership, engagement, and monetization strategies across diverse sectors.

Hayk Azaryan

Head of Operations

ftNFT

Rahim Mahtab

Investor & Advisor

Amrita Sethi

NFT Artist

Art.By.Amrita

There are innovative marketing strategies and user-centric onboarding techniques tailored to engage and empower the next billion blockchain users and entrepreneurs -- let's dive deeper into unlocking the full potential of decentralized ecosystems.

Lana Makhzoumi

Managing Director

Luna PR

Hrish Lotlikar

Co-Founder & CEO 

SuperWorld

Ryan  Rivera

Head of Web3 Operations

Myco

Faisal Zaidi

President

Exscape

Hear from blockchain OGs and explore how to pick a perfect theme, understand the market sentiment and leverage the right tech for maximum engagement.

Maurizio Pedrazzoli Grazioli

Founder

Mr M Podcast

Assad Dar

Co-Founder & Chief Visionary Officer

Medieval Empires

Carl Runefelt

CEO

The Moon Group Investment LLC

Driven by technological advancements, increased consumer engagement, and the rise of new platforms and competitive formats esports prompt investors globally to explore diverse avenues such as development, streaming services, esports teams, and innovative monetization strategies.

Paul "The Profit" Dawalibi

CEO

Holodeck Ventures

Lucy Chow

Investor & Author

Klen-Kristofer Kaljulaid

Principal

Yolo Investments

Klaus Kajetski

Founder & CEO

YaLLa Esports

Join VC funds, accelerators and investors to explore latest trends and practices that drive sustainable growth, foster innovation, and attract investment in the tech space.

Mary Pedler

Founder

INPUT Comms

Jarek Bialek

CEO

Revenue Capital

Vinícius Moraes De Carvalho

Investment Partner

Ikigai Ventures

Asal Alizade

Co-Founder & CEO

Blocklogica Labs

Adrian Niculescu

Founder & CEO

TOMORROWerse Capital

DYOR, or trust an influencer? Explore the dynamic interplay between investors and influencers, examining how each group shapes market trends, consumer behavior, and the future landscape of industries through their distinct yet interconnected roles.

Andres Meneses

Founder

Crypto OGs

Anton Golub

Venture Partner

Full Stack VC

Mr. KEY (Karnika E. Yashwant)

Founder & CEO

KEY Difference

Malak Albaw

Director of Abu Dhabi

VNTR

We´re championing up-and-coming startups with the exciting Pitch competition. Held live on stage, it's your chance to connect with investors and VCs—don't miss this golden opportunity!

Unlock the secrets to sales success by tailoring your approach to different personality types, with practical insights on building stronger relationships and closing more deals, especially in diverse markets like MENA.

Ewa Gadomska

Owner

Behind Labels Marketing

Learn how AI tools are reshaping recruitment processes, employee experiences, and personalized training pathways, while e-commerce innovations unlock new talent pools.

Alec Gehlot

Solutions Engineer

Optimove

Alina Vernikovskaya

Strategic Partnership Manager

Private inc.

Ida Stjernström

Co-founder & CCO

Silo Team

Ellen Frojd

CEO

SmartRecruitment.com

Cordelia Morgan Cooper

Founder

CMC Consulting

Explore how MENA’s ecosystem, funding, accelerators and education can empower regional talent to create globally impactful interactive businesses.

Farzad Peyman

Founding Partner

Virya Group

Charles Herisson

International Investor

Charles Herisson Ltd

Christopher Grech Bonett

Founder

r77 Elite Talent

Uncover how investing in employee growth and internal talent development can be the key to company's success.

Elvira Lan

CBDO

1win Partners

Emotional mastery is the key to success. This TEDx-inspired masterclass by Allaoua Gaham explores powerful techniques to conquer fear, stress, and frustration. Learn to build resilience, manage emotions effectively, and foster clarity in high-pressure situations. A transformative session designed to enhance emotional intelligence and self-awareness for lasting personal growth.

Allaoua Gaham

Yoga Master, TEDxSpeaker & Guinness World Record Holder

Join us for an exciting and fast-paced session designed to spark new partnerships and test your industry knowledge! Kick things off with Speed Connections, where platform providers and affiliates will engage in 2-minute rounds of speed networking, exchanging insights and contacts. After 20 minutes of Speed Connections, we’ll move on to the Clash of Alliances Quiz, where two teams (each team is a mix of affiliates and platform providers) will compete in three rounds of lighthearted trivia, testing their industry expertise in a fun and engaging way.

Delve into how to recruit high-impact affiliates, tailor campaigns to their strengths, and scale your program like a pro.

Charles Herisson

International Investor

Charles Herisson Ltd

Ben Cove

CMO

Logifuture

Eli Desatnik

Co-Founder

Pushub.net

Jon Barritt

Senior Marketing Manager – Media & Affiliates

Exinity

Yancy Naughton

Founder

Has Traffic

Unlock the secrets to outperforming competitors and driving affiliate success with advanced digital research and SEO strategies. 

Daniel Stanica

CEO

Competico

Learn how to adapt your app strategy to capitalize on the unique opportunities presented by Ramadan, a period of heightened user engagement and cultural significance across MENA.

Daria Iakovleva

Analytical Consultant

Google

How to guide affiliates on selecting the right platform providers to partner with, focusing on evaluating professionalism, licensing, platform stability, and financial health.

Jon Barritt

Senior Marketing Manager – Media & Affiliates

Exinity

David Arutinyan

Head of Affiliates

1xSlots Partners

Yaroslav Babych

CCO

ZM Team

Paul Jarczynski

COO

SportsBroker Group

Explore essential tech that gives brands an edge as tracking software, fraud detection, and data analytics to empower affiliates and brands alike to streamline their programs.

Nemanja Lazarevic

Founder & CEO

Teamwork

Tal Itzhak Ron

Lawyer & Notary

Tal Ron, Drihem & Co., Law Firm

Aleksandar Tolsuzov

Key Account Manager

Raketech

Maxim Ryzhkov

Industry Manager

Google

Discover practical strategies to leverage affiliate promo codes in MENA, enhancing customer acquisition and boosting ROI through targeted, mobile-friendly promotions.

Line Ho Young Peteri

Senior Consultant - Affiliation

Exinity

Panelists will share examples of successful campaigns and practical steps to implement affiliate tactics as well as how to balance brand integrity with affiliate partnerships and make data-driven decisions.

Harmen Brenninkmeijer

Managing Partner

NYCE International

Demos Katsis

Deputy Mayor

Limassol, Cyprus

Danylo Diachenko

CBDO

Traffic Devils

Unveiling actionable strategies for businesses and policymakers to unlock the vast potential of MENA's female tech market transforming inclusion into economic and cultural success.

Dr Jane Thomason

Emeritus Chair

World Metaverse Council

Rosi Bremec

COO

Game Lounge

Rahaf AlNajjar

Head of AI

HAQQ Network

Alexandra Voronetskaya

CMO

EvenBet

Eva Berkova

COO

BETBY

Hear the success stories of women trailblazers driving change across eSports, digital art, media, FinTech and leadership roles in the region.

H.E. Laila Rahhal El Atfani

Founder & CEO

Woman Business Circle

Joanna Ufniak

Co-Founder & Head of Client Relations

Magic Mondayz

Amrita Sethi

NFT Artist

Art.By.Amrita

Line Ho Young Peteri

Senior Consultant - Affiliation

Exinity