Unlock Blockchain Forum: 60 Startups Present

The Unlock Blockchain Forum is taking place on January 14th and 15th 2018 at the Ritz Carlton Hotel DIFC. The event is one of the biggest Blockchain forums in the region.

As Walid Abou Zaki, Executive Director of Al-Iktissad Wal-Aamal (the organizer) stated: «We are proud of the efforts we have taken to help build the Blockchain ecosystem not only in Dubai but also across the MENA region. We will have more than 60 Blockchain startups, exhibiting, speaking, and attending Unlock Blockchain.»

These innovative startups are from more than 35 countries around the world. «We are also expecting more than 350 delegates to attend. In addition we have a lineup of more than 45 prominent Blockchain experts speaking at Unlock,» Abou Zaki added.

Renowned Sponsors

Unlock Blockchain has signed up sponsors that include Smart Dubai, IBM, DarkMatter, Emirates Airlines, Microsoft, Avanza Solutions, DEWA (Dubai Electricity & Water Authority), DU Telecom and Dubai Municipality. Unlock Blockchain Forum is also supported by Startupbootcamp, CrytpoValley Labs, and Careem as transportation partner.

According to Lara AbdulMalak, Project lead for Unlock: «We have created an event that will bring Blockchain into the mainstream discussion and across various sectors. Attendees will hear about what Blockchain is, how to successfully implement Blockchain projects. We will also discuss Blockchain in utilities, smart cities, real-estate, banking and more. Many announcements and agreements will be signed at Unlock to further develop Blockchain in the MENA region and encourage startups to flourish.»

Prominent Speakers

Some of the prominent speakers at Unlock include Aisha Bin Bishir, Director General SmartDubai, Oliver Bussmann, Founder of Bussmann Advisory, President of Swiss CryptoValley Association, James Wallis, Vice President Blockchain IBM, Veronica Lange Da Conceicao, Head of Innovation UBS, Marc Taverner, Vice President Sales Bitfury Group and many more.

  • Find more information on the Unlock Blockchain Forum and the speakers here.