function1 AI Conference & Exhibition 2025

/function1 is the premier AI conference & exhibition where minds from diverse disciplines converge to deconstruct the grand visions and challenges of our time, exploring how AI can transform industries, address societal needs, promote sustainability, and drive innovation for both present and future generations. Why Attend? Discover discussions and insights on the most relevant AI topics: AI & Employment, Security, Creativity & Arts, Decentralized AI, Future of AI & Latest Developments, Human & AI Collaboration, Industry AI Applications, Robotics, AI Agents Find buyers & investors in the Founders Lounge Build AI projects or find developers at the Largest AI Hackathon in the Middle East Make deals & build partnerships in the Networking App and Lounge Find young talents or showcase your idea at the AI Futures Lab for youth and students Showcase your AI solution in the Exhibition Hall Learn from leading AI voices across 3 Stages Pitch your AI Startup at the AI Startup Competition Network privately with selected attendees only at the VIP Lounge and Events

Speakers

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Jeanie Fang

Crunchbase Director of Data & AI Management Pioneering data and AI innovator shaping platforms that power global industries. With a background in strategy consulting for top financial…

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Yuki Shirato

Techstars Managing Director Three-time VC-backed founder and active investor, having supported 60+ startups as an angel and Managing Director at Techstars. Brings a decade of experience as a…

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Omnia Mohieldine Mohamed Ali Hamed

Seed Group & The Private Office of Sheikh Saeed bin Ahmed Al Maktoum Senior Director A distinguished executive specializing in tech-driven partnerships and investments, this speaker brings a robust background in information technology and

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Ankit Lathigara

Nasdaq AVP Client Services A visionary FinTech leader with 15+ years of global experience driving innovation and transformation. Honored with the Excellence in Finance Technology Innovation…

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Tiago Henriques

Google Cloud EMEA Head of AI/ML Technology Practice Tiago is an AI Technology Executive with 16+ years of experience in Cloud Computing, specializing in Distributed Systems, Big Data, and AI. As Google Cloud EMEA's Head…

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Casper Guldager

KPMG Denmark Director is a leading voice in Generative AI in the Nordics and a founding member of KPMG NewTech, where he helps businesses unlock and maximize the value of their

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Faisal Iqbal

Amazon Web Services Head of Innovation Programs leads the innovation practice in the MEA region for the Public Sector organization. For over 15 years, he was transformung tier-1 enterprises, building…

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Azamat Zhamangulov

Kyrgyz Republic Minister of Digital Development and Innovative Technologies Driving Kyrgyzstan’s digital transformation, he champions citizen-focused e-services, AI integration, open data adoption, and international…

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Lydia Andresen

Invisible Technologies Executive Director of AI Research is an AI researcher, strategist, and statistician with nearly a decade of experience at the intersection of frontier AI research and enterprise AI transformation

Rana Gujral

Rana Gujral

Behavioral Signals CEO is a visionary builder at the frontier of Artificial Intelligence, spanning Cognitive AI, voice intelligence, and the path toward AGI. As CEO of Behavioral Signals, he transforms

Maciej Mazur

Maciej Mazur

Dell Technologies Ex. CTO Artificial Intelligence (AI) A recognised expert and industry blogger, Maciej works with the C-Suite and IT leaders in EMEA to leverage AI across their organisations, breaking down silos…

Will Hayes

Will Hayes

Oxford Insights Commercial Director Leading global strategy and client partnerships with deep expertise in public sector reform, he brings over a decade of experience advising governments and…

Peter Zemsky

Peter Zemsky

INSEAD Professor of Strategy and Innovation Combining deep expertise in strategy, innovation, and AI, he develops platforms that enhance leadership and communication through…

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Ayaz Baetov

Kyrgyz Republic Minister of Justice, Professor of Law A distinguished legal scholar and Doctor of Law, serving as Minister of Justice, Director of the National Institute of Strategic Initiatives, and…

Omar Aloyoun

Omar Aloyoun

Techstars NYC Global Startup Advisor is a global startup advisor, Techstars mentor, and former CRO of Foodics, where he helped scale one of Saudi Arabia’s leading fintech unicorns. With over 20 years of

Tudor Coman

Tudor Coman

Adobe Machine Learning Engineer Having worked at Adobe for the past 7 years, Tudor is a software engineer, well-versed in developing complex AI-driven distributed applications in the fields of…

Priyanka Vijayan

Priyanka Vijayan

SEED Ventures Director A venture builder and growth leader, she brings extensive expertise in business development, investment strategy, and strategic partnerships across the UAE and MENA. As Director

Jose Ignacio Fontecha

Jose Ignacio Fontecha

Lufthansa Group Senior Data Scientist An accomplished Aerospace Engineer and Senior Data Scientist, he applies his expertise in data analysis and problem-solving to drive innovative solutions. Beyond his professional

Luke Tobin

Luke Tobin

Tobin Capital CEO A visionary entrepreneur with a track record of engineering multiple seven- and eight-figure exits, including one of the fastest agency growth-to-exit stories in UK history. Recognized as a

Nidhima Kohli

Nidhima Kohli

The AI Accelerator CEO A dynamic serial entrepreneur and investor, this trailblazer has scaled ventures to over 32M users and guided global startups with strategic investments backed by a $250M fund

Amr Hussein

Amr Hussein

Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Digital Media Manager Leveraging global sports broadcasting and major event experience, he leads the creation of innovative digital narratives ahead of the museum’s 2027 opening. Focused on AI…

Pavel Sokolov

Pavel Sokolov

AI/ ML API Founder With a visionary approach to artificial intelligence, Pavel has positioned AIMLAPI as a transformative force in democratizing AI access. The company’s unified API platform…

Naomi DSouza

Naomi DSouza

xNDigitize CEO & Founder Featured in UAE’s Top 30 Blogs with 3.5M views Visionary leader in digital marketing, AI-powered content strategy, and influencer engagement. With a talent for disrupting traditional marketing approaches…

Ishank Gupta

Ishank Gupta

KGeN Co-Founder Ishank is an IIT-Bombay & Wharton alum with over a decade of expertise in operating and advising consumer firms in China, the UK, South Africa, and India. During his stints…

Laura K. Inamedinova

Laura K. Inamedinova

Gate Chief Global Ecosystem Officer is an award-winning entrepreneur, investor, and keynote speaker who has been shaping the Web3 ecosystem since 2016. She serves a dual role within the Gate

Denis Rossiev

Denis Rossiev

AR/AI artist, Meta Official AR partner, Snapchat EU Ambassador, TikTok Ambassador Denis began his journey in AR at the end of 2018, bringing with him over a decade of experience in graphic design and creative coding. Today, he is an official…

Addy Crezee

Addy Crezee

function1, FORKED, CREZEE Founder & CEO is a product builder, Web3 pioneer, and event innovator excited about the power of communities & events, innovative technologies and longevity. Creating products since…

Daniel Heywood

Daniel Heywood

Circles Project Director e& Ex. Technical Director, Digital JV Reknown seasoned technology leader and entrepreneur with 20+ years of experience driving innovation across startups, enterprises, and…

Chantel Elloway

Chantel Elloway

CEPR President & Founder An award-winning entrepreneur and Angel Investor recognized for her transformative impact in AI, Blockchain/Web3, FinTech, and high-growth sectors. She is celebrated as

Russel John Cailey

Russel John Cailey

Elham Studio Founder & CEO A globally recognized education visionary, he has led award-winning progressive curricula and consults internationally with schools, governments, and organizations. Passionate about reimagining education…

Nikola Petrovic

Nikola Petrovic

AVM (Agents Virtual Machine) CEO Entrepreneur and strategist with 16+ years in banking and 7+ in crypto, Nikola is a 3x founder and former Compliance PMO Lead at Binance, where he led 200+ IT projects across

Mohammad Arshad

Mohammad Arshad

Decoding Data Science Founder & CEO A Data Science leader with 21 years of experience, Mohammad is associated with the Ministry of UAE AI and a keynote speaker at Leap, Gitex, Dubai AI Festival, and more

Roberto Pernicone Miranda

Roberto Pernicone Miranda

Antal Capital, Inc. CEO A visionary leader in AI-powered real estate innovation, this speaker brings expertise across real estate, fintech, and product management. Blending private

Victoria Neiman

Victoria Neiman

function1, FORKED, CREZEE Co-Founder & COO Victoria is a seasoned business management professional with an extensive academic background, including an MBA from TU Braunschweig, Germany. Since 2017…

Hamad Odhabi

Hamad Odhabi

Abu Dhabi University Vice Chancellor Over his 25-year career, Dr. has pioneered cutting-edge learning solutions, including AI-powered education hubs, while holding key leadership roles such as…

Mohammad Raza

Mohammad Raza

OCO Global Managing Director A multidisciplinary advisory leader helping companies develop global trade and investment strategies. He works with both public and private sector clients to create long-term value across

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