8:00 Registration, Refreshments and Networking
09:00 Chairman’s welcome and opening remarks
09:05 Thought leader address- State of Blockchain globally: joining the race for excellence Bilal Hussain, CEO, Digital Transformation LLCSmart Government Roadmap: 4.0 Digitized Economy
09:10 Government Keynote addressVision 2030: How Saudi Arabia will lead the digital economy globallyBlockchain boot camps: starting strong by setting the right blueprint, protocol and foundational componentsHarnessing the full potential of blockchain technology in government entities
09:30 Ministerial panel discussion: Empowering Smart Governments with BlockchainUnderstanding how blockchain will deliver more seamless, safe, efficient and impactful city experiences for citizens and residentsIncreasing operational efficiency, accountability and financial transactionMazen Al Dawood, Advisor to the Minister, Ministry of Commerce
10:15 Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority’s blockchain roadmap: setting blockchain as key enabler for economic growth Defining blockchain as the driver for Trade and InvestmentUnderstanding benefits and challenges while setting a blockchain infrastructure in public and private entitiesFaisal Aljuwaidi, Head of Sandbox, Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority
10:45 Fostering digital transformation in the SME ecosystem: the vision of the General Authority for Small and Medium EnterprisesAligning to the 2030 strategy: how to create a strong ecosystem of digitally advanced SMEs in KSAUnveiling the benefits of accelerating digital transformation: generating job opportunities through the development of digital solutionsEng. Sami AlHussayen, Vice Governor for SME Support, General Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises
11:05 Awards Ceremony: Recognizing Blockchain Pioneers in the Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaRibbon Cutting – Exhibition Tour
11:30 Prayer Break
12:00 Hackathon: The first look into Smart Contract Scripting: Tools & ApplicationsWhat is Blockchain and how will it impact the business world in KSAUnderstanding the foundations of Blockchain: a decentralized and accountable technologySafety in Blockchain: understanding the incorruptible storage of data for your businessAbel Maciel, Director, Construction Blockchain Consortium – University College London
12:30 Investing in blockchain: a regional overviewInvesting in the region: assessing investment appetite and return investment in cutting edge blockchain technologyThe role played by Institution Investment Groups and Sovereign Wealth Funds: winning investment for your organizationFahad AlSharekh, CEO, TechInvestGovernance and Data Management
12:50 Regional Case Uses: Engineering 4.0 cities – Dubai Silicon Oasis AuthorityFrom Tech-Utopia to reality: creating a thriving blockchain ecosystem for SMEsRace of for excellence: setting the most competitive blockchain blueprint globallyHans Christensen, Vice President, Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority
13:15 General use of blockchain in Healthcare: creating risk proof data managementUsing blockchain to securely share data generated by clinical trials, such as patient demographics and information about adverse reactionsLevveraging blockhcain’s decentralized consensus protocols to help enable providers and health plans to update listings more quicklyProf Arwa Al Aama, Professor and Certified Blockchain Consultant, King Abdulaziz UniversityDr Mustafa Hasan Qurban, CIO, King Fahd Military Medical Complex
13:45 CXOs Panel DiscussionThriving in the Blockchain era: what industries will benefit the most from Blockchain in KSA?Understanding the foundation of Blockchain for different industriesPreparing to thrive: analysing key steps to implement in your organisationThe Aggregating Economy: harnessing the benefits of blockchainBilal Hussain, CEO, Digital Transformation LLC
14:00 Lunch break and Asr PrayerSecurity
15:00 Panel discussionGovernance and Blockchain: understanding benefits and implementation challengesHow can Blockchain ensure full transparency to the governance of your business?Accountability in the 4.0 era: managing digital assets, equity and sensitive dataJohn Hargrave, CEO, Media ShowerMohanned Halawani , CEO,
15:20 Industry specific roundtable discussions: discussing about the impact of Blockchain in KSAGovernmentHealthcareOil & GasShared services15:45 Chairman’s closing remarks
16:15 End of conference Day 1
