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29 - 30 June 2026

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
From Beats to Battle: Music's Role in the Evolution of Esports
  • An exploration of how music shapes the esports experience—from player focus and in-game soundscapes to live events, fan culture, and the crossover between artists, games, and competitive gaming.

Speaker:

  1. Paul Pacifico, CEO, Saudi Music Commission, Ministry of Culture

#SaudiEsports #GamingCulture #MusicInGaming #Vision2030

10:35
PANEL
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. Elie Honain, Chief Executive Officer, NES
  4. Joseph van Heeswijk, CEO, 2Game Esports
  5. Jimmy Sjølander, Founder & CEO Ahead XR

Moderator:

  1. Meaad Aflah, Co-Founder, CEO, Starvania Studio

#DigitalPlay #GamingEconomy #FutureofGaming

11:15
SPOTLIGHT
Web3 Games Reimagined: Building Economies That Reward Players
  • Discover how Web3 gaming is creating sustainable player-driven economies and new monetization models.

Speaker:

  1. Ryan Turner, Founder & CEO, Arkonix

#Web3Gaming #PlayToEarn #GameEconomies

11:55
PANEL DISCUSSION
Vision 2030 On-Chain: How Tokenization & Web3 Infrastructure Are Reshaping Global Investment
  • Explore how tokenization, decentralized finance (DeFi), and Web3 infrastructure are transforming global investment models through enhanced accessibility, liquidity, transparency and digital ownership.
  • Discuss how Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 is accelerating the adoption of blockchain technologies, regulated digital assets and next-generation Web3 ecosystems to position the Kingdom as a leading hub for innovation, investment, and digital economic growth.
  • Examine how scalable blockchain infrastructure, chain abstraction and interoperable Web3 ecosystems are enabling seamless user experiences and accelerating mainstream adoption of decentralized technologies worldwide.
  • Explore the convergence of AI, blockchain and open web technologies and how next-generation platforms are creating more intelligent, transparent and community-driven digital economies for the future.

Speakers:

  1. Meow, Co-Founder, Jupiter
  2. Abeer Alhumaimeedy, Associate Professor, Director of Web3 & Blockchain Lab, King Saud University / Advanced Era
  3. Vit Jedlicka, President, Liberland
  4. Yasser Alobaidan, CEO, Balady

Moderator:

  1. Sary Qasim,  MENA Lead, Government Blockchain Association 

#RWA #Tokenization #Vision2030OnChain

12:30
Prayer Break
12:40
Keynote

 The New Creative Economy: Entertainment as a Driver of National Transformation

Speaker:

  1. Steven Lidbury, Chief Creative Officer, Qsas- A PIF Company

 

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
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. Fahad Mohammed Al-Obailan, Group CEO, BAAN Holding
  2. Dr. Ahad, CCO, Al Othaim Entertainment
  3. Saad Hameed, CEO & Co-Founder, Game District

Moderator:

  1. Alona Shevtsova, CEO, Sends

#GlobalGaming #EmergingMarkets #GameExpansion

13.40
Keynote
Global Gaming Expansion: Lessons from Untapped Markets
  • Explore how education and esports programs cultivate critical thinking, technological literacy, and leadership skills
  • while opening pathways to entrepreneurship and professional opportunities in the gaming and tech industries.

#Edutech #SaudiVision2030 #EsportsCareer #FutureSkills 

14.00
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, International Mixed Martial Arts Federation

#WomenInEsports #EsportsLeadership #GamingEquality

14.35
SPOTLIGHT
Peek Behind the Curtain: How Virtual Worlds Come Alive
  • Discover the technology, creativity, and design driving immersive virtual worlds and interactive experiences.

#AR/VR #ImmersiveTech #DigitalInnovation

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
KEYNOTE
What It Takes to Power a Truly Decentralized Web3 Future
  • Examine the infrastructure, governance, and innovation needed to build a fully decentralized Web3 ecosystem.

#DecentralizedWeb #Web3Innovation #BlockchainFuture

15.15
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 

#GamingInfluencers #DigitalEntertainment #CreatorBusiness 

Investor Essentials: Gaming & Web3
Essential insights for investors looking to back the next big opportunity in gaming and Web3
15.40
PANEL
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.

Speaker:

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

#FutureOfEntertainment #GlobalInvesting #MediaInnovation

16.15
KEYNOTE
Verifiable AI: Enabling Trust in Autonomous Systems
  • Explore how verifiable AI frameworks ensure transparency, reliability, and trust in autonomous technologies.

#AIxBlockchain #Automation #Digitaltrust

16.40
FIRESIDE
From Beats to Battle: Music's Role in the Evolution of Esports
  • A conversation exploring how music shapes the esports experience—from player focus and in-game soundscapes to live events, fan culture, and the crossover between artists, games, and competitive gaming.

#Esports #GamingCulture #MusicInGaming

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

10:35
PANEL
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 Bin Mohammed Bin Humaid, Chairman of the Board, Saudi Baseball and Softball Federation
  2. Nadeem Bakhsh, Chief Executive Officer, webook.com
  3. Rasha Alkhamis, Chairwoman, International Mixed Martial Arts Federation
  4. Dr. Faisal Khan, Director of IT, AlNassr Club Company
  5. Hassan Yusuf, Head of Partnerships, Real Madrid Foundation Education Football Program powered by Riyadh Schools 

Moderator

  1. Majed M. AlAli, Founder and CEO, M.A Sports

#GlobalTournaments #EsportsGrowth #GamingIndustry

11:15
FIRESIDE
From Gaming to Life-Changing Products: How AI + Gamification Will Shape the Next Consumer Apps
  • Explore how AI is driving innovation in gameplay, player engagement, and expanding the global gaming ecosystem.

Speakers

  1. Tung Nguyen-Khac, Co-Founder, VIZTA Digital

#AIGaming #GamingInnovation

11:40
SPOTLIGHT
AR, VR & XR: Redefining How We Play
  • Discover how immersive technologies are transforming interactive experiences and shaping the future of play.

Speaker

  1. Jimmy Sjølander, Founder & CEO, Ahead XR

#ARVRXR #ImmersiveGaming #NextGenPlay

12:00
PANEL
AI, Risk & Blockchain: Building the Next Generation of Digital Banking
  • Explore how Riyadh is emerging as a hub for institutional on-chain products, fostering innovation, regulatory alignment, and ecosystem growth.
  • Discuss strategies for designing, deploying, and scaling blockchain-based financial and enterprise solutions in a compliant, institution-ready manner.

Speaker

  1. Ayman Alhabib, Chief Risk Officer, D360 Bank
  2. Morrad Irsane, CEO & Co-founder, Takadao
  3. Dr. Mohammed Abdur Rahman, Full Professor & Chairman of Cyber Security & Forensic Computing Department, College of Computer & Cyber Sciences, University of Prince Mugrin

Moderator

  1. Alona Shevtsova, CEO, Sends

#InstitutionalAdoption #Web3

GAMECONOMICS
12.45
Prayer Break
Creators, Content & Community
Explore how creators and communities are shaping the future of gaming, from streaming and content creation to fan-driven worlds
13.00
PANEL
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 Gaming Alliance

#CommunityGaming #PlayerEngagement #DigitalGaming

13.40
FIRESIDE
Streaming the Future: Content Creation as the New Competitive Edge
  • Discover how streaming and digital content are reshaping engagement, influence, and competitive advantage in gaming and entertainment.

#ContentCreation #StreamingFuture #DigitalInnovation

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. Sultan Moraished, CTO, 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. Nezar Al Turki, Chief Information Officer, Ministry of National Guard

#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.

Speakers

  1. Abdulghafoor Abdulhaleem, CSO, Riyadh Schools Group | Director General, Misk Foundation

#DigitalTransformation #FutureOfLeadership #EmergingTech

15.10
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.

Speakers

  1. Shabir Momin, President & Founder, TorusChain

#BlockchainInnovation #MassAdoption #Web3Future

Building Blockchain for Business
Explore how companies are leveraging blockchain to transform operations, streamline processes, and unlock new growth
15.35
PANEL
Investing in the Future: Opportunities Across Blockchain, AI & Emerging Technologies
  • Explore how investors are evaluating opportunities across AI, blockchain, robotics, digital infrastructure, and other emerging technologies, including the key indicators that signal long-term market potential and scalability.
  • Discuss what founders need to attract investment in a rapidly evolving tech landscape, from product-market fit and innovation strategy to navigating regulation, adoption challenges, and cross-industry partnerships.

#AIInnovation #BlockchainInvestment #FutureOfTech

16.15
PANEL
Thriving Through Turmoil: Blockchain Lessons on Resilience in the Quantum Era
  • Discuss how blockchain technologies can build resilience against emerging quantum and cyber challenges.
  • Examine strategies, innovations, and lessons from projects navigating uncertainty.

#Web3Gaming #StartupFunding #GameInvestment

16.40
FIRESIDE
Diversity in Play: Inclusion and Representation in Web3 & Gaming
  • Explore how Web3 and gaming are fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion across players, creators, and leadership.

#DiversityInGaming #InclusiveWeb3 #GamingEquity

CLOSING REMARKS
GAMING FRONTIER: AI INNOVATION & GLOBAL REACH

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