Nahyan bin Mubarak Inaugurates XPANSE Forum 2024 in Abu Dhabi
Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, inaugurated XPANSE Forum 2024 today at ADNEC Abu Dhabi.
XPANSE Forum is the first global forum dedicated to exploring exponential technologies and their impact on the future of humanity.
In his opening speech, Sheikh Nahyan highlighted that XPANSE 2024 is a global gathering of leaders, thinkers, and innovators.
So they can explore the transformative potential of exponential technologies across various sectors.
Pushing Technology to New Horizons
Under the wise leadership of President “Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan” innovation has become a cornerstone for national progress.
By fostering an environment that nurtures bold ideas and pushes the boundaries of technology to new horizons.
He added: “As we gather today in Abu Dhabi, the hub of pioneering innovations and global dialogue, we recall our shared responsibility.
This is to ensure that rapid technological advancements contribute to the greater good of humanity.
This forum is not just a celebration of achievements but a call to action to guide innovation in line with ethical, inclusive, and sustainable values.”
Sheikh Nahyan emphasized that the discussions and meetings at the forum will undoubtedly shape a future where technology improves individual lives.
High Focus on Knowledge Transfer
H.E. Alya bint Abdullah Al Mazrouei, Minister of State for Entrepreneurship, highlighted the emergence of Abu Dhabi as a major center for finance and technology in the region.
She also noted the rapid technological changes and the need to adapt to the latest advancements.
Stressing the importance of harnessing these transformations to reshape and develop this crucial sector and pointing out the UAE’s focus on knowledge transfer.
Besides nurturing the tech environment for social benefit, while encouraging further innovations and new industries.
In the same context, Dr. Zeina Jarrah Sinkar, the main founder of XPANSE Forum and Director General of Mater, stated:
“XPANSE Forum 2024 is a vital platform bringing together thought leaders from around the world to discuss the future of exponential technologies.
With over 250 prominent global speakers presenting visions for a future full of limitless possibilities.
The forum is a technical composition gathering some of the brightest minds globally.
In order to explore how human knowledge has led the way in various fields such as genomics, materials science, artificial intelligence, and space.”
Fields of Exponential Technologies Discussed at XPANSE Forum 2024
“XPANSE Forum 2024 Abu Dhabi” will bring together over 2,500 participants from global thought leaders.
Including Nobel laureates, industry leaders, CEOs, ministers, scientists, and international thinkers.
Participants will discuss various fields of exponential technologies such as:
- Quantum computing
- Embodied intelligence
- General artificial intelligence
- Genomics
- Unconventional computing
- Advanced 2D materials
- Organic intelligence
- Fusion energy
- Brain-machine interfaces
- Conscious smart cities
- Next-generation G
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XPANSE Forum 2024 Abu Dhabi is hosted by ADQ and organized by ADNEC Group in collaboration with the global think tank Mater from November 20 to 22, 2024.
The forum activities include four innovative interactive platforms designed to enhance innovation and collaboration.
Making it a unique platform that brings together the world’s leading thinkers to explore bold and innovative horizons.
