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April 2027

Riyadh, KSA

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Complete Gaming Conference Schedule: Riyadh, KSA

09:00
Registration & Networking
10:00
Kickoff Address
KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA VISION 2030
A look into Saudi Arabia’s esports revolution from local talent to global opportunities
10:15
OPENING KEYNOTE
Leading Through Transformation: Technology, Innovation and the Future Generation How emergin
  • How emerging technologies are reshaping industries and accelerating digital transformation.
  • Creating opportunities through technology, innovation, and future skills development. 

Speaker:

  1. Nezar Al Turki, Chief Information Officer, Ministry of National Guard

#SaudiInnovation  #Vision2030

10:35
PANEL DISCUSSION
The Future of Digital Play: Where Gaming Meets Innovation
  • Discover how cloud gaming, AR/VR and AI are redefining how we play, connect and compete.
  • Uncover new opportunities at the intersection of gaming, entertainment and social experiences for developers, investors and players alike.
  • How XR, AR, and VR are shaping the next generation of gaming experiences
  • Active gaming and the convergence of physical movement with digital play

Speaker:

  1. Charity Joy, CEO, Mirai 
  2. Eng. Abdulaziz Alnaghmoosh, Business Development & Content Licensing Director, Manga Productions
  3. Malak AlQhtani, CEO & Founder, Valar Club
  4. Joseph van Heeswijk, CEO, 2Game Esports

Moderator:

  • Meaad Aflah, Co-Founder, CEO, Starvania Studio
#DigitalPlay #GamingEconomy #FutureofGaming
11:25
SPOTLIGHT
The Human Is the Vulnerability

Speaker:

  1. Ryan Turner, Founder & CEO, Arkonix
#Web3Economy #Humanintelligence
11:50
PANEL DISCUSSION
Vision 2030 On-Chain: How Tokenization & Web3 Infrastructure Are Reshaping Global Investment
  • Discuss how Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 is accelerating the adoption of blockchain technologies, regulated and next-generation Web3 ecosystems to position the Kingdom as a leading hub for innovation and digital economic growth.

Speakers:

  1. Meow, Co-Founder, Jupiter
  2. Abeer Alhumaimeedy, Associate Professor, Director of Web3 & Blockchain Lab, King Saud University / Advanced Era
  3. Yasser Alobaidan, CEO, Balady
Moderator:
  • Wajd Badawi, Chief Innovation Officer, Rimthan
#RWA #Tokenization #Vision2030OnChain
12:30
Prayer & Networking Break
12:35
Headliner
The Rise of Immersive Experiences

From virtual gaming through to the real world, immersive experiences are the next frontier for creative innovation.The Rise of Immersive Experiences

  • Explores what is driving this global trend
  • Shares key principles for how to create game-changing immersive experiences.
  • Looks ahead to the future as virtual and real worlds collide.

Speaker:

  1. Steven Lidbury, Creative Executive Director, Qsas- A PIF Company
#SaudiVision2030 #Creativehub
WEB3 GAMING INDUSTRY UNLOCKED
Learn how to build a career in gaming, connect with industry leaders, and explore untapped opportunities around the world.
13:00
PANEL DISCUSSION
Global Gaming Expansion: Lessons from Untapped Markets
  • Examine strategies for entering emerging gaming markets, identifying growth opportunities, and overcoming regional challenges.
  • Learn from success stories and insights on connecting with new players, investors, and communities worldwide.

Speakers:

  1. Dr. Ahad, CCO, Al Othaim Entertainment
  2. Aamal F.Zakzuk, Creative Director, BAAN Holding
  3. Stefan Mitrov, Founder and CEO, M3DS Academy

Moderator:

  • Alona Shevtsova, CEO, Sends
GlobalGaming #EmergingMarkets #GameExpansion
13:45
Keynote
The Next Billion Users: How Football, Gaming and AI Are Converging

Speaker:

  1. Andreas Christensen, Founder & Architect, SuperOne
14:10
PANEL DISCUSSION
Women in Esports: Redefining the Gaming Industry
  • Explore how women are reshaping esports through leadership, competitive play, and industry innovation.
  • Discuss key challenges, breakthrough opportunities, and the initiatives driving a more inclusive gaming ecosystem.
Speakers:
  1. Malak AlQhtani, CEO & Founder, Valar Club
  2. Rasha Alkhamis, Chairwoman, Saudi MMA Federation
Moderator:
  • Noor Binsaleh, President of Sports Club/ Athelete, Alfaisal University/ Global Shapers Community/ Ministry of sport
#WomenInEsports #EsportsLeadership #GamingEquality
14:55
PANEL DISCUSSION
Interactive session
The Future of Play-to-Earn
Discover whether Web3 can finally make play-to-earn work and create new opportunities for gamers worldwide
14:55
Prayer & Networking Break
15:10
FIRESIDE
The Business of Influence: How Gaming Content Creators Are Reshaping Entertainment
  • Discover how gaming influencers are becoming entrepreneurs, media brands, and community leaders in the digital entertainment economy.

Speaker:

  1. Xzit Thamer, Gaming Content Creator, PlayStation Playmaker, TikTok, Sony Interactive Entertainment 
Moderator:
  • Izabella Rekiel, Sports Journalist

#GamingInfluencers #DigitalEntertainment #CreatorBusiness 

Investor Essentials: Gaming & Web3
Essential insights for investors looking to back the next big opportunity in gaming and Web3
15:35
PANEL DISCUSSION
Redefining Entertainment Investment: The Kingdom’s Vision for the Future
  • Explore how emerging technologies, content models, and audience behaviors are reshaping the entertainment investment landscape.
  • Identify new global opportunities spanning gaming, streaming, immersive media, and digital IP and what investors should watch next.

Speakers:

  1. Rema Alyahya, Vice President, Merak Capital 
  2. Majed M. AlAli, Founder and CEO, M.A Sports

Moderator : 

  • Megha Merani, Senior Editor & Chief Correspondent, Arabian Gulf Business Insight

#FutureOfEntertainment #GlobalInvesting #MediaInnovation
16:15
PANEL DISCUSSION
Powering Play: How Creators Are Shaping the Future of Gaming Communities
  • Building community-first content strategies that foster loyalty and engagement
  • The growing convergence of esports, streaming, and creator-led entertainment
  • Emerging revenue opportunities and business models for gaming creators
  • The journey from gamer to creator, entrepreneur, and media brand
#CreatorEconomy #GamingCommunities #Esports #Streaming #DigitalEntertainment

Speakers:

  1. Abdulla Al Hamad, SAAF, Game Director / Content Creator, SAAF
  2. Abdulmohsen Bin Ateeq, Co-founder, Elv8
  3. Malak Al Awami, Sports Partnerships & Football Development Professional, International Sports Company (ISC)

Moderator:

  • Linda Al Faisal, Youngest Saudi presenter and host and founder of Linda and vision 2030
17:00
CLOSING REMARKS
16:40
FIRESIDE
The Rise of MENA as a Global Esports Powerhouse
CLOSING REMARKS
09:00
Registration & Networking
10:00
Kickoff Address
AUGMENTED REALITY
Discover how Augmented Reality is changing the way we play, compete, and interact with games
10:15
OPENING KEYNOTE
Gaming Beyond Screens: The Next Era of Immersive Play
  • Discover how AR, VR, and mixed reality are redefining player experiences and shaping the future of interactive entertainment.

Speaker:

  1. Johnson Yeh, Founder & CEO, Ambrus Studio
#ImmersiveGaming #ARVR #NextGenPlay
10:40
PANEL DISCUSSION
The Future of Global Tournaments: From Grassroots to International Leagues
  • Examine how grassroots initiatives are evolving into major international esports leagues.
  • Explore strategies for scaling tournaments, engaging global audiences, and attracting investors.

Speakers:

  1. Nayef BinHumaid, Chairman of the Board, Saudi Baseball and Softball Federation
  2. Nadeem Bakhsh, Chief Executive Officer, webook.com
  3. Dr. Faisal Khan, Director of IT, AlNassr Club Company
  4. Hassan Yusuf, Head of Partnerships, Real Madrid Foundation Education Football Program powered by Riyadh Schools 

Moderator : 

  • Majed M. AlAli, Founder and CEO, M.A Sports
#GlobalTournaments #EsportsGrowth #GamingIndustry
11:25
KEYNOTE
Beyond entertainment: Games and play as allies in the fight against global hunger

Speaker:

  1. Virginia Villar Arribas, Director of the Private Sector Partnerships Service, UN World Food Programme
11:50
SPOTLIGHT
Beyond Banking: How Decentralized Infrastructure Is Redefining Global Finance

Speaker:

  1. Meow, Co-Founder, Jupiter
12:10
PANEL
AI, Risk & Blockchain: Building the Next Generation of Digital Banking
  • Explore how AI-driven analytics, automation, and blockchain-based infrastructure are enhancing efficiency, security, transparency, and customer experiences across digital banking.

Speakers:

  1. Morrad Irsane, CEO & Co-founder, Takadao
  2. Frank Martinico, Partner, Roland Berger
  3. Ryan Turner, Founder & CEO, Arkonix
  4. Dr. Mohammed Abdur Rahman, Full Professor & Chairman of Cyber Security & Forensic Computing Department, College of Computer & Cyber Sciences, University of Prince Mugrin

Moderator:

  • Alona Shevtsova, CEO, Sends

#InstitutionalAdoption #Web3

GAMECONOMICS
12:45
Prayer & Networking Break
Creators, Content & Community
Explore how creators and communities are shaping the future of gaming, from streaming and content creation to fan-driven worlds
12:55
PANEL DISCUSSION
Community-Driven Gaming: Engaging Players in the Digital & Creator Era
  • Explore strategies for building strong, interactive gaming communities through content, creators, and new media platforms.
  • Discuss how player engagement, fan-driven content, digital experiences, and skill development drive growth, leadership, loyalty, and long-term value in gaming ecosystems.

Speakers:

  1. Kanessa Muluneh, CEO, Rise of Fearless
  2. Ammar Alrefaei, Dean, Director of Sports Management Programs, King AbdulAziz University
  3. Stefan Mitrov, Founder, M3DS and CG Artist
  4. Yasmina Kazitani, President, Blockchain Game Alliance

Moderator:

  • Abeer Abdalla, Managing Editor, The Saudi Times

#CommunityGaming #PlayerEngagement #DigitalGaming
13:40
KEYNOTE
Powering Peak Performance: Health, Focus, and Longevity in Gaming & Esports

Speaker:

  1. Alwaleed Alkeaid, Founder/ Secretary General, Saudi Sports Professionals Network/ Yoga Global Federation
14:00
PANEL DISCUSSION
When Intelligence Gets a Body: How AI, Blockchain and Robots Converge
  • Examine the intersection of AI, blockchain, and robotics in transforming industries.
  • Discuss real-world applications, opportunities, and challenges in this emerging ecosystem.

Speakers:

  1. Mr. Ulysses Demos, Chief Global Data Officer, Red Sea Global
  2. Nishanth Kumar Pathi, Director- Cybersecurity & Governance, Gulf Air Group
  3. Billal Yamak, Chairman and Co Founder, Web3 Alliance of Saudi Arabia (WASA)
  4. Mostafa Abusamra, CEO – Co-Founder, HealthyGaming, Saudi Arabia

Moderator:

  •  Talal Al hammad, Editor in Chief, entARABI
#ContentCreation #StreamingFuture #DigitalInnovation
Web3 & Digital Ownership
A look into the future of digital ownership, where players can earn, trade, and fully own their in-game and virtual assets
14:45
HEADLINER
Leading Organizational Transformation in the Age of Emerging Technologie
  • Insights on governance, culture, and strategy required for institutions to successfully adopt and scale digital innovation.

Speaker:

  1. Abdulghafoor Abdulhaleem, CSO, Riyadh Schools Group | Director General, Misk Foundation
#DigitalTransformation #FutureOfLeadership #EmergingTech
15:05
Keynote
Shaping the Future of Blockchain: Vision, Innovation and the Road Ahead
  • Explore how blockchain projects move from innovative ideas to widespread adoption across industries.

Speaker:

  1. Shabir Momin, President & Founder, TorusChain
#BlockchainInnovation #MassAdoption #Web3Future
15:25
INTERACTIVE SESSION
15:35
Keynote
Africa’s Gaming Frontier: Culture, Community, and the Next Evolution of Esports

Speaker:

  1. Kanessa Muluneh, CEO, Rise of Fearless
15:55
Keynote
Building Educational Ecosystems and How They Can Shape the Future

Speaker:

  1. Stefan Mitrov, Founder and CEO, M3DS Academy
16:15
Closing Remarks
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