Global Games Show Agenda

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10:00

KEYNOTE

Beyond the Game: How Esports Will Define Abu Dhabi’s Tech & Game-Economy

THE NEXT FRONTIER OF GAMING TECH

10:25

PANEL DISCUSSION

2026 Gaming’s Big Bet: Can the Next GTA Make Play-to-Earn Real

Speakers:
Dirk Lueth Ph.D – Co-Founder & Co-CEO Uplandme Inc; Johnson Yeh – Founder & CEO ROEHL/Ambrus Studio

11:25

Sponsor Keynote

The Future of Gaming Engines: Unreal Engine 6 and Beyond

Reserved for Sponsor

11:50

FIRESIDE CHAT

Game Access for All: How Neural Interfaces are Transforming in the Next 3 Years

12:10

Sponsor Keynote

AI Gen Game Design: Can Machines Replace Human Creativity

Reserved for Sponsor

12:30

FIRESIDE CHAT

Investing in Immersive Ecosystems Gaming Projects: Potential & Challenges

Speakers
Sébastien Borget, Co-Founder, The Sandbox

12:55

Panel

How Abu Dhabi is Becoming a Global Hub for Esports Tournaments

Speakers
Mohammed Yaseen – Esports & Gaming Association UAE; Vikas Goel – Founder & CEO EsportsXO

GAMING IN THE METAVERSE

13:45

Start-up/Sponsored

START UP PITCH: Dynamic founders present rapid-fire pitches showcasing innovative ideas, with a jury of industry leaders selecting the most promising startups to advance to the next round.

14:40

Panel Discussion

Why Invest in the E-Sports Sector

Speakers
Tess Hau – Founder Tess Ventures

15:25

Keynote

How AI and Analytics are Revolutionizing Esports Strategies

Speakers
Yat Siu – Co-Founder & Chairman Animoca Brands

15:45

Sponsor Keynote

What Can Startups Learn From the Most Funded Gaming Projects

Reserved for Sponsor

16:05

KEYNOTE

How Immersive Ecosystems is Reshaping Multiplayer Gaming Experiences

Reserved for Sponsor

16:25

Panel Discussion

Breaking into Untapped Gaming Markets

Speakers
Hussam Hammo – CEO & Founder Tamatem Games; Nour Khrais – Founder & CEO Maysalward

17:00

Closing Remarks

10:00

Panel Discussion

AI & Future of Game Production: Navigating Emerging Trends & Technologies

Speakers:
Omar Ghanem – Founder & CEO GAM3S.GG

11:00

Sponsor keynote

From Data to Action: Leveraging AI for Seamless Player Journeys in LiveOps

Reserved for Sponsor

GAMING FRONTIER: AI INNOVATION & GLOBAL REACH

11:25

Fireside Chat

From Studio Garage to Greatness: Inspirational Indie Game Journeys

11:45

Sponsor keynote

How AI Is Shaping the Creative Process in Game Development

Reserved for Sponsor

12:05

FIRESIDE CHAT

Guardians of the Game: How AI Is Powering Next-Gen Player Protection

Speakers:
Hicham Chahine – Co-Founder & Co-CEO NIP Group

12:25

KEYNOTE

Tackling Phishing Scams Targeting Gamers

Reserved for Sponsor

CTRL + SECURE

12:45

Panel Discussion

The Global Impact of Mobile Esports Tournaments

Speakers:
Anna Rozwandowicz – CEO The Story Mob; Johnson Yeh – ROEHL/Ambrus Studio; Kristina Frolova Lasenko – Global Gaming Hub

13:40

Fireside Chat

From Identity to Integrity: Securing Payments in the Player Economy

14:05

PANEL DISCUSSION

From Fitness to Focus: How Wearables Are Powering the Next Generation of Esports Athletes

15:00

FIRESIDE CHAT

Mind Over Console: How Neural Interfaces Are Transforming Game Access for All

THE GAMERS MIND

15:25

Sponsor keynote

Beyond the Screen: Inside AR/VR’s Takeover of Entertainment by 2030

Reserved for Sponsor

15:50

Sponsor keynote

Edge of Innovation: Building the Infrastructure for Real-Time, Cross-Platform Gaming

Reserved for Sponsor

16:10

Panel Discussion

Gaming Gets Real: Social Presence and Community in Virtual Spaces

THE PSYCHOLOGY OF GAMING

17:00

Global Games Show Awards

LUNCH BREAK

17:00

Closing Remarks

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