du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), in partnership with Digital Dubai, is set to host the second edition of the Envision conference. Under the theme “Gathering Nation’s Leaders for Progress with AI-Driven Digitalisation,” Envision 2024 will bring together prominent industry leaders and key decision-makers to discuss and strategise on leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) for national progress and sustainability.
Envision 2024 promises an in-depth exploration of the digital future, with Hamad Obaid Al Mansoori presenting Digital Dubai’s mission to create a globally competitive AI-driven city. This objective will be further highlighted by keynotes from Fahad Al Hassawi, CEO of du, and du’s Chief ICT Officer, Jasim Al Awadi. Achilles Drettas, Research Analyst, will also provide insights on maximising cloud investments.
Jasim Al Awadi, Chief ICT Officer at du, said, “Through Envision 2024, we aim to convene global expertise and local insights in a collaborative effort to not only
visualise but actively shape a future where digital empowerment and environmental sustainability coexist harmoniously. The event aims not just at knowledge sharing but at fostering actionable strategies that align with the UAE’s visionary goals.”
Mid-morning discussions will reimagine digitalisation for an AI-first world in a CEO panel, examining the shifting landscapes of digital innovation and data privacy amidst the rise of generative AI. Critical conversations will follow on digital sovereignty with Nick Redshaw, Senior Vice President – Technology Cloud, Middle East, and Africa, and UAE Country Leader from Oracle, the reshaping of industries by AI with Dr. Shenggao Zhu, VP of AI, Huawei Cloud Middle East and Central Asia, and ethical considerations in AI deployment, highlighted by key government entities.
The agenda aims to equip attendees with practical strategies for AI implementation and navigating digital sovereignty issues before transitioning into discussions about the collaborative advantages of
AI and 6G networks, and how AI is transforming businesses for a new era of productivity and innovation. Panels and sessions will focus on the AI-driven future of data centres, workforce transformation due to AI, and the imperative role of automation in digital business growth.
‘The Envision 2024 Agenda is a comprehensive blueprint for understanding and navigating the rapidly evolving digital and AI landscape, providing attendees with valuable insights from leading technology figures and organisations, setting the tone for a transformative year ahead in the realms of AI, digital sovereignty, and cloud advancements,’ Al Awadi added.
With a packed agenda, Envision 2024 is designed to explore and maximise the potential of technological advances for societal progress. Aligning with the UAE’s long-term visions, the conference aims to set a benchmark in the innovative use of technology across sectors.
Source: Emirates News Agency
