18 – 19 November 2026

Abu Dhabi, UAE

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09:00

REGISTRATION & COFFEE

10:00

WELCOME TO GLOBAL AI SHOW

LEADERSHIP-AI

10:10

OPENING KEYNOTE

The InfraAI Era: Leading in the Age of Intelligent Infrastructure
The next era won’t be built on roads, ports, or data centers alone-it will be built on intelligence. Discover how leaders are creating AI-powered infrastructure that drives resilience, innovation and national competitiveness.

10:30

PANEL DISCUSSION

Who Gets the Compute? The New Race for AI Capacity

As AI becomes critical infrastructure, compute becomes a national advantage. Explore how leaders are shaping sovereign capacity, global partnerships and the infrastructure powering tomorrow’s economies.

  • How access to compute capacity, GPUs, and advanced infrastructure is becoming a key driver of national competitiveness.
  • How governments, enterprises, and technology leaders can balance sovereign AI ambitions with global collaboration.
  • The role of investment, energy, data centers, and strategic partnerships in scaling AI ecosystems for the future.

Panelists:

  • Dr. Hakim Hacid, Chief Researcher & Executive Director of the AI & Digital Science Research Center, Technology Innovation Institute (TII)
  • Taimoor Labib,Founding Partner,Affirma Capital
  • Hasnae Taleb, Managing Partner, Mintiply Capital

09:00

REGISTRATION & COFFEE

10:10

WELCOME TO GLOBAL AI SHOW

ENERGY-AI

10:10

OPENING KEYNOTE

AI in Power Systems: From Insights to Deployment

Learn how AI is enabling smarter grids, predictive operations and real-time optimization to build a more resilient, efficient and sustainable energy future.

10:30

PANEL

The Future of Energy Is Intelligent: From AI Foresight to Enterprise Transformation

As AI reshapes the energy industry, the challenge is no longer identifying what AI can do, but anticipating what comes next and translating emerging opportunities into enterprise-scale impact.

  • What AI trends and emerging technologies will fundamentally reshape the energy sector over the next 5-10 years?
  • How can strategic foresight help energy companies prepare for technologies before they reach mainstream adoption?
  • How do organizations turn emerging AI opportunities into scalable, high-value deployments?
  • What does an AI-first energy enterprise need to build today to remain competitive tomorrow?

Panelists:

  • Eng. Mozah Mohamed Alnuaimi, Chief AI Officer, Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MOEI), UAE

09:00

REGISTRATION & COFFEE

10:00

WELCOME TO GLOBAL AI SHOW

ROBOTICS-AI

10:10

OPENING KEYNOTE

The Age of Physical AI: When Intelligence Meets the Real World

AI is moving beyond screens and into the physical world. Discover how intelligent machines, autonomous systems and robotics are transforming industries, infrastructure and the way we live and work.

10:30

PANEL

Moving Away from Waypoints – Making Industrial Robots Truly Autonomous

Industrial robots are moving beyond programmed tasks to become adaptive-intelligent systems. Explore how AI is enabling robots to perceive, learn and operate autonomously across next-gen manufacturing environments.

  • How AI is transforming industrial robots from rule-based machines into adaptive systems capable of perception, reasoning, and autonomous decision-making.
  • The role of computer vision, edge AI, and advanced robotics in enabling safer, smarter, and more flexible manufacturing operations.
  • How industries are overcoming deployment challenges to scale autonomous robotics across factories, supply chains, and industrial ecosystems.

Panelists:

  • Mohamed Al Ali, Director of AI Enablement & Innovation, Etihad

09:00

REGISTRATION & COFFEE

10:00

WELCOME TO GLOBAL AI SHOW

GOV-TECH-AI

10:10

OPENING KEYNOTE

The Algorithmic State: Reimagining Public Service Delivery Through AI

AI is redefining the relationship between citizens and public institutions. Explore how intelligent platforms, data-driven decision-making, and automation are creating the foundations for future-ready public services.

10:30

PANEL

Women in AI: Architecting the Future Talent Workforce

AI transformation requires a workforce ready to lead it. Examine how leaders are investing in skills, mentorship and talent ecosystems to unlock greater participation and impact in the AI era.

  • How can organizations create stronger pathways for women to enter, advance and lead in AI-driven industries?
  • How are leaders empowering women through mentorshi and access to opportunities across the AI ecosystem?
  • How can businesses and institutions build the skills, networks and inclusive environments needed to close future AI talent gaps?

Panelists:

  • Dr. Amina Abdulrahim, Executive Director of ICT and IT Security, American University of Sharjah
  • Latifa Saleh Alshehhi, Ambassador, Women in AI, UAE Government

Moderator:

  • Daria Lipatova, Founder and Managing Director, Offsetted Venture Partner, Atlas Ventures

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