ABC Conclave Dubai 2024: Pioneering the Next Wave of AI, Web3, and Gaming
ABC Conclave Dubai 2024, the world’s leading Web3 conference, was a huge success on 11-12 October 2024 at SO/Uptown Dubai, attracting over 3,500 attendees, including over 100 industry-leading speakers, over 1,000 blockchain developers and over 500 Web3 founders. The event created a unique platform to explore the latest trends in blockchain, AI, Web3 and gaming.
Themed “Future Fusion: Uniting AI, Web3 And Gaming”, this year’s conference focused on integrating cutting-edge technologies to reshape the digital landscape. Supported by the Private Office of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Ahmed Al Maktoum and the Private Office of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin Faisal Al-Qasimi, the event highlighted the importance of cross-industry collaboration and innovation.
Attendees were treated to a diverse program of over 25 insightful workshops, inspiring keynotes and panel discussions on the potential of decentralized technology, artificial intelligence and immersive gaming experiences. The prestigious awards night honored individuals and organizations who have made outstanding contributions to the industry.
The event also focused on the integration of Web3 technologies into gaming, illustrating how decentralized gaming platforms are revolutionizing user engagement and ownership. Discussions highlighted the role of AI in enhancing user experience, with live demonstrations of innovative gaming applications powered by AI and blockchain. The rich networking opportunities helped many attendees make valuable connections, paving the way for future collaborations in the ever-evolving technology landscape.
Dunston Pereira, CEO of the Private Office of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Faisal Al Qassimi, emphasized: “Shaping the future of blockchain and digital assets in Dubai is a collective effort that requires collaboration, innovation and commitment. The journey we embark on today is not just about technology; it is about building a better future for our people.”
Mat Milbury, CEO of Tenset, shared in his speech: “I have seen projects fail because they did not understand the context, and I have seen projects succeed beyond expectations because they knew exactly the small mistakes to avoid.”
Yat Siu, Co-founder and Chairman of Animoca Brands, commented: “The world is currently experiencing significant growth in the token space, with projects such as Bitcoin, Ethereum and altcoins achieving significant growth. This trend is evident in the Web3 industry and other digital currencies.”
Steve Good, CEO of Dreams Quest, shares: "Dreams Quest is creating content that combines dreams and reality to help people see the world differently. We believe that all humans have a purpose and mission, and we are focused on helping people achieve true freedom of spirit and deeper connection of soul.
The event also focused on key topics such as:
- Tokenization and its impact on capitalism
- The future of gaming in the UAE
- AI meets DeFi and the future of crypto trading
- Next-gen wallets and mass crypto adoption in Dubai
- Meme economy and internet culture in Dubai’s digital marketplace
- CBDCs and digital currencies: Dubai’s role in shaping the future of money
ABC Conclave Dubai 2024 set a new standard for industry collaboration and innovation, cementing Dubai’s position as a global tech hub.