Marwan Al Zahrouni is the CEO of Dubai Blockchain Centre, a leading blockchain technology hub in the Middle East. He is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor with a passion for blockchain technology and its potential to revolutionize the way we do business. Marwan has a strong background in finance, technology, and business development, and has been involved in the blockchain space since its early days. He is a frequent speaker at blockchain events and conferences, and is a strong advocate for the adoption of blockchain technology in the region. Marwan is also a mentor and advisor to several blockchain startups in the region.
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For many the Metaverse (MV) is more than the future of the internet and gaming: It has the potential to reshape digital goods and services and to become the new backbone of core business and customer applications. Who and what will shape the emergence of the Metaverse? How might you turn the Metaverse into an enterprise platform? What do investors need to consider before investing in what could be the next big thing, or just a new toy?
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Globalization is moving into a new era. While cross-border digital flows are set to grow exponentially, the world is also becoming more multipolar and the engines of growth more diverse. Geopolitical competition is playing an ever-greater role across industries, affecting trade as well as global cooperation on standards and licenses to operate. How might these forces impact investors and markets? Which sectors are most exposed and what signals should investors watch?
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In this session, industry leaders Arjun Sethi, Noor Sweid, and Ahmed Al Nowais discuss private growth investing and offer insights on untapped markets, venture building, and sustainable businesses.
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In this session, Medea Nocentini, Founder of C3, and Noor Sweid, General Partner of Global Ventures, discuss the role of ESG and governance in the venture. They share their experiences building an impact-focused venture capital firm and the importance of merging operations and thinking for the benefit of early-stage founders.
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