Schedule

This session will explore the crucial role of policy and regulatory frameworks in shaping the development of AI infrastructure across the MENA region. As AI continues to transform industries and economies, regulatory bodies must balance innovation with security, data protection, and ethical concerns. The discussion will focus on how governments and policymakers can create supportive environments for AI while ensuring compliance with national laws and global standards.

Discussion on the importance of robust fiber networks for AI advancements and the challenges faced by carriers in building scalable, efficient AI-ready infrastructure.

A forward-looking keynote on how carriers can stay competitive as AI technologies continue to evolve.

Speaker: Cloud Infrastructure Specialist
Can or will AI help redesign FTTX or Mobile Networks?
How AI is transforming network operations, enhancing automation, and optimizing carrier services.

Networking lunch followed by a visit to exhibition stands showcasing the latest innovations in fiber and carrier technology.

This session will address the growing importance of sustainability in the development and deployment of AI infrastructure. As AI and data-driven technologies expand, so does their environmental impact, particularly in terms of energy consumption and resource use. The discussion will focus on how the fiber and telecom industries, along with AI leaders, can adopt greener practices, reduce carbon footprints, and promote responsible innovation.

Speakers: Sponsors

Speaker: Dr. Ala’a President of Fiber Connect Council MENA
Final thoughts and a call to action for the fiber and telecom industries.

Networking lunch followed by a visit to exhibition stands showcasing the latest innovations in fiber and carrier technology.