Author: M Fayiz
Doha: Technology and cyber security experts have warned that building trust and protecting user data must be treated as a strategic priority for digital platforms, amid a rise in cyber attacks and growing reliance on digital transformation and artificial intelligence. The warning came during a panel discussion on the second day of Web Summit Qatar 2026. Speakers included Thani Ali Al Malki, Chief Strategy and Digital Transformation Officer at Ooredoo; Michael Jordan, CEO of Gem Soft; and Nick Lamb, CEO of Outcode Software. The panelists said many companies still treat trust as an issue that can be postponed, arguing that…
Doha: Visit Qatar is participating in Web Summit Qatar 2026 as the Travel and Hospitality Partner, as the global technology conference opens today at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC) in Doha, Qatar. Web Summit Qatar is one of the region’s leading technology and innovation conferences, bringing together global founders, investors, startups, industry leaders and media to explore trends in technology, entrepreneurship and digital transformation. As part of its participation, Visit Qatar is sponsoring the VIP Lounge, providing an exclusive networking space where attendees can experience Qatar’s renowned hospitality. The two- story lounge serves as a premium meeting and…
Doha: Visit Qatar has successfully concluded the Sealine Nights concert series, held across three evenings in January, reinforcing Qatar’s position as a distinctive winter destination for cultural and entertainment experiences.The performances brought together audiences at Sealine Circuit Sports Club (Mawater), set against Qatar’s desert landscape. Across the three concert nights, more than 8,000 attendees were recorded, reflecting strong interest from both residents and international visitors. The concerts featured a line-up of the region’s most prominent artists, with performances by Moudi and Sultan Khalifa, in addition to Khalid Abdulrahman headlining a dedicated evening. Additionally, Samri Night was a highlight with a…
Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser delivered a keynote on recentering ethics in the age of artificial intelligence during the first day of the third edition of Web Summit Qatar, which runs until 4 February. She emphasised the importance of human values, ethics, and accountability in the face of rapid advances in artificial intelligence, calling for responsible, human-centred leadership. Her Highness highlighted linguistic diversity as essential to building technologies that reflect different cultures, underscoring that language goes beyond communication to serve as a foundation for judgment, justice, empowerment, and shared values. She added that the Arab world is experiencing a…
Doha: The Third Qatar University (QU) Book Fair 2026 was launched Sunday, organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, with wide participation from local and international publishing houses and the attendance of university officials, academics, students, and the general public. The fair reflects QU’s continued commitment to supporting knowledge, promoting a culture of reading, and reinforcing scientific research as a cornerstone of its academic mission and community role, highlighting the University’s position as a leading national academic institution that actively contributes to enriching the country’s cultural and intellectual landscape. It serves as an integrated knowledge platform bringing together local,…
Doha: Ahead of the third edition of Web Summit Qatar, the Government Communications Office (GCO), in partnership with Web Summit, held a press conference today attended by Sheikh Jassim bin Mansour bin Jabor Al Thani, Director of the GCO and Chairman of the Permanent Web Summit Organising Committee, and Paddy Cosgrave, Founder and CEO of Web Summit, in the presence of local, regional, and international media. As part of the strategic partnership between the GCO and Web Summit, discussions focused on the main themes of the third edition and its significant progress in scale, global participation, and content. The press…
His Highness The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani visited the Web Summit Qatar 2026 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center this afternoon. Having toured the booths of the participating national and international companies, HH The Amir was apprised of the latest innovations and cutting-edge technological systems in the areas of technology and artificial intelligence, as well as entrepreneurship and digital transformation. HH The Amir listened to an explanation about the position of this summit as a global forum to share expertise through holding panel discussions and specialized workshops, solution platforms and modern technologies, in addition to public…
Doha: His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, inaugurated Web Summit Qatar 2026, the fastest growing tech event in the MENA region, at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center. The opening ceremony drew the participation of ministers, senior officials, innovators, decision-makers, investors, and technology leaders from across the globe. In his opening remarks, HE the Prime Minister affirmed that Qatar is committed to playing an active role in shaping the future of global innovation by strengthening international partnerships and supporting the technology and startup ecosystem. “We meet at a moment…
Doha: HH Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development attended the opening day of Jadal, Al-Mujadilah Center and Mosque for Women’s annual research summit which is designed to build and extend research networks on topics related to the contemporary challenges and lived realities of Muslim women around the world. Jadal was also attended by HE Buthaina bint Ali Al Jabr Al Nuaimi, Minister of Social Development and Family, and other distinguished guests and dignitaries. Held at Al-Mujadilah, Jadal has welcomed over 100 delegates from North America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East,…
