Topic: Blockchain

AGENDA

9am – Registration and networking

9:15am – Introduction by Jeremy Lawrence, Editorial Director of Arabian Business Group

9:20am – Opening speech by Chairman of Baker & McKenzie Dr Habib Al Mulla, on the future of blockchain and cryptocurrencies in the UAE from a legal perspective.

9:35am – Panel discussion on the integration of blockchain into businesses:

• Muhammed Arafath, executive director of Apla, on developing blockchain-based platforms for governments and businesses
• Jihad Tayara, VP of ICT Commercial at telecoms giant Du, on blockchain in telecoms
• Imad Hammad, co-founder of CarSwitch, on exploring blockchain implementation into start ups
• Damu Winston, head of emerging technologies for BlockObi.com, on blockchain versus cryptocurrency

10:05am – Audience Q&A

BREAK

10:30am – Speech by Haytham Elmaayergi, Global Head of Transaction Banking, ADIB on the hype versus reality of cryptocurrencies

10:45am – Panel discussion on the rise or fall of cryptocurrencies in the UAE:

• Haytham Elmaayergi, Global Head of Transaction Banking, ADIB on cryptocurrency in banking
• Jan Grabski, director of enterprise scaling at Consensys, on cryptocurrency in start ups
• Osama Al Rahma, vice chairman of FERG and CEO of Al Fardan Exchange
• Tobias Young, head of hydrocarbons at Dubai Gold & Commodities Exchange

11:15am – Audience Q&A

11:40am – Closing remarks by Jeremy Lawrence

11:45pm Ends/lunch is served