Jaan Tallinn is a founding engineer of Skype and Kazaa as well as a co-founder of the Cambridge Centre for the Study of Existential Risk (cser.org) and the Future of Life Institute (futureoflife.org).

mini-bio: Jaan Tallinn is a founding engineer of Skype and Kazaa. He is a co-founder of the Cambridge Centre for the Study of Existential Risk (cser.org), the Future of Life Institute (futureoflife.org), and philanthropically supports other organisations tackling existential and catastropic risk. Jaan serves on the Board of the Center for AI Safety (safe.ai), and the Board of Sponsors of the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists (thebulletin.org). He has previously served on the AI Advisory Body at the United Nations, on the High-Level Expert Group on AI at the European Commission, as well as on the Estonian President’s Academic Advisory Board. He is also an active angel investor (metaplanet.com), a partner at Ambient Sound Investments (asi.ee), and a former investor director of the AI company DeepMind (deepmind.google).

Maria A. Dahrieh is a visionary entrepreneur, investor relations expert, and impact leader with 20+ years in tech, fundraising, and business development. She has worked with over 100 startups, sourcing deals for VCs, family offices, and institutional investors worldwide.

As Founder & CEO of Earth05 and OctoNex.ai, she pioneers AI and quantum solutions for water, food, and energy resilience. In 2024, she launched the Earth05 Co-Creation Prize, first awarded in Davos 2025, and created the Return on Lives (ROL) metric to measure innovation’s real impact on lives. 

She is also the creator of SUMMIT 3³ | AI Safety, an invite-only global tri-annual gathering  shaping the Universal AI Safety Framework (UASF).

A champion for water rights and ethical AI, Maria’s career includes deal sourcing and hosted one of Europe’s first pre-VC accelerator programs, supporting over 200 startups on their growth and fundraising journeys. She is currently writing her first book, a fusion of technology, futurism, and sustainability, set for release in 2026.

Robert Scoble is a renowned tech evangelist and futurist known for his early insights into emerging technologies like AR, VR, AI, and spatial computing. He rose to prominence at Microsoft through the Channel 9 blog and later co-authored influential books including The Fourth Transformation and Age of Context. With decades of experience in Silicon Valley, Scoble has advised startups and worked with companies like Rackspace, helping shape the conversation around human-computer interaction. A sought-after speaker and connector in the tech world, he remains active in advancing immersive and intelligent technologies that redefine how we work, communicate, and live.

Her dedication to the field has been recognized with numerous global and local awards, including a prestigious recognition by the Oman government as one of the top 50 women in Oman. This recognition is a testament to her ongoing contributions to a better future.

Audrey Hametner is a global foresight leader in youth development, education strategy, and ethical AI integration. As CEO of The Bedrock Program and a UAE government advisor, she has shaped future-ready career pathways for 270,000+ students across Abu Dhabi, the UAE, Europe, and Asia. With 20+ years of leadership in operations, finance, and policy, she bridges public and private sectors to design inclusive, AI-driven education systems. Audrey serves on advisory boards including the Forum for AI Education and Metaverse Standards Council, and is a sought-after speaker on AI ethics, student wellbeing, and immersive learning.

Obediah Ayton is a business leader and investor with extensive experience across family offices, capital markets, and corporate advisory. He is Director at Dhabi Hold Co and Obaida Capital, overseeing investments in commodities, financial services, and global equities. As Chairman of the Family Office Summit in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, he connects leading investors and decision-makers. Obediah is also co-owner of Theta 7 Auditors, a regulated UAE firm, and investor in ACCOUNTING.bi. His portfolio spans accounting, audit, software, and venture capital SPVs. Known for combining business with a passion for golf (handicap +2), he is equally committed to supporting animal welfare.

With 20+ years of expertise in energy management, green buildings, and smart cities. Formerly CEO of NZE Solutions and Business Director at Quantum ESCO, he also held senior roles at Al-Futtaim and Energy Management Services. A PMP, LEED Faculty, and LEED AP BD+C, he specializes in energy savings performance contracting, demand-side management, zero-energy buildings, and renewable energy. He has led award-winning projects across the UAE and MENA, from energy audits and conservation programs to sustainable city strategies. Known for advancing intelligent building design and net-zero solutions, he drives innovation at the intersection of energy efficiency and sustainability.

Christelle Delenclos is a global executive with 20+years of leadership at the intersection of logistics, diplomacy, and humanitarian action.
Currently Vice President, Global Business Development - Humanitarian Sector she has spearheaded transformative projects across many countries, including Africa and South Pacific.

A thought leader on logistics and malnutrition, Christelle is passionate about building sustainable inclusive solutions that bridge private-sector innovation with humanitarian impact.

A Tech Entrepreneur and Systems Thinker

Mamadou Kwidjim Touré is the Founder and CEO of Ubuntu Tribe and Ubuntu Group, a company at the forefront of Web3, blockchain, AI, and quantum computing. Formerly with KPMG, BNP Paribas Investment Banking, IFC (World Bank Group), and General Electric as Managing Director, he led major investments and project finance initiatives across Sub-Saharan Africa. He has been involved in over US$25 billion in infrastructure, mining, banking, and agri-tech projects spanning Africa, the Middle East, and Europe. 

As an earlystage investor at AFC, his leadership contributed to the emergence of three unicorns, including one listed on the NYSE. A graduate of Harvard Kennedy School and MIT Sloan (AI), he is fluent in French, English, German, Spanish, and two African languages. Recognized as one of Forbes’ Top 10 Most Influential in Africa (2014), a Top 30 Global Blockchain Leader (2020), a Top 5 Global Leader in Finance (EDHEC), and a Top 20 Web3 Influencer, he has been featured on CNN, Bloomberg, and BBC, and received a tech leadership award in Dubai

Mark Minevich is a globally renowned AI strategist, investor, and UN advisor driving AI-first digital transformation. He is a Strategic Partner at Mayfield (Silicon Valley) and President of Going Global Ventures (New York), advising governments, institutions, and global enterprises. Mark sits on the board of the International Data Center Authority and advises Franklin Templeton AI. With successful exits—including AI ventures acquired by Apple—he supports startups across Silicon Valley and Europe. He chairs the AI for Good Foundation, co-founded the AI for the Planet Alliance with the UN, and co-chairs AI150 at Constellation Research. Author of Our Planet Powered by AI (Wiley) and Forbes contributor.

MARKUS LEHNER is the Principal of the MARKUS LEHNER ORGANISATION as well as the founder of the LEHNER INVESTMENTS group, which has engineered investment funds reaching over 2 billion Euros under management and serving more than 48.000 Investors.

Naiyarah is a senior engineer recognised for making AI safer and more reliable across industries. She helps organisations navigate real-world AI risks, aligns teams with both global and local AI regulations, and provides hands-on frameworks for safer AI adoption. Her practical experience spans IBM, Lightning AI, SurrealDB, and publishing major datasets for multilingual AI.

Mr. Voutchkov is Executive Director of the NEOM Water Innovation Center, leading pioneering programs in sustainable water solutions. With 35+ years of global expertise in desalination, water reuse, and advanced membrane technologies, he has advised governments, utilities, and investors on large-scale projects across the USA, Middle East, Europe, and Australia. Previously, he served as President of Water Globe Consultants, providing end-to-end technical advisory services, and as CTO of Poseidon Resources, overseeing development and operations of major water projects. A recognized authority in water innovation and sustainability, he is known for guiding projects from concept to operation with proven excellence.

Dr. Seth Dobrin, CEO of Arya Labs and founder of Qantm AI, Silicon Sands Venture Studios, and 1infinity Ventures, is a globally recognized leader in AI strategy, responsible innovation, and business transformation. Former Global Chief AI Officer at IBM, he pioneered ethical, human-centered AI at scale across Fortune 500s, VC, and precision agriculture. A geneticist-turned-technologist with a PhD in Molecular & Cellular Biology, his research has earned 1,300+ citations. Author of AI iQ for a Human-Focused Future, Dr. Dobrin merges science, strategy, and leadership to drive impact from lab to boardroom.

Board Member at GAFAI and strategic advisor to leading innovation platforms across Europe and the GCC. Stephan is an exited founder, VC LP, and cross-border investor with a track record in deeptech, private equity, and FDI. Based in Abu Dhabi.