Three thousand of the world’s most brilliant minds, technology innovators, Nobel laureates, industry leaders, CEOs, ministers, scientists, and internationally renowned thinkers will gather from 20th to 22nd November at the ADNEC Center in Abu Dhabi for the grand premiere of XPANSE hosted by ADQ.
XPANSE, created by the team behind the acclaimed PUZZLE X Barcelona in partnership with Capital Events and ADNEC Group, introduces a revolutionary gathering model. It integrates three key elements: a world-class thought leadership forum with speakers, a visionary immersive experiential agenda presented in a vibrant, three-dimensional blend of colors, textures, and multimedia creations, and a 365-day ecosystem-building engine for activating innovations, global partnerships, and investments in exponential tech and deep science.
This exclusive, high-level forum will be the premier gathering for global decision-makers to explore and shape the new frontiers of exponential technologies and discuss their impact on the future of cities, citizens, industries, and societies.
The core technologies highlighted at XPANSE 2024 will include synthetic bio-intelligence, exotic and neuromorphic computing, carbon capture, quantum AI and cryptography, fusion energy, 2D and next-gen materials, xenobots, Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), Future G, brain-machine interfaces, and genomics.
Brought to the region by MATTER, the global technology think tank with 30 country chapters and creators of PUZZLE X, XPANSE is a strategic initiative in partnership with Capital Events, a leading event organizer and part of ADNEC Group, and hosted by ADQ, the Abu Dhabi-based investment and holding company.
Leveraging Abu Dhabi’s advanced technology infrastructure, XPANSE aims to create interdisciplinary growth and business opportunities across exponential technologies for the region and the world.
Zina Jarrahi Cinker, Director-General of MATTER, commented on XPANSE 2024 and its broader impact, stating, “XPANSE is not an event. It is a bold mission to co-create in the age of exponential technologies. By bringing together the world’s most brilliant minds and decision-makers, we’re laying the foundation towards the expanse of human knowledge and progress.”
Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of ADNEC Group, highlighted the significance of hosting this innovative gathering model, emphasizing ADNEC Group’s strategy of attracting major global gatherings that contribute to the Emirate of Abu Dhabi as an incubator for creativity and innovation and a hub for the region’s business tourism industry.
Hamad Abdulla Al Hammadi, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of ADQ, emphasized the collaboration with XPANSE as a step forward in Abu Dhabi’s innovation journey, supporting the development of valuable ideas and solutions for a knowledge-driven economy.
Darren Johnson, CEO of Capital Events, expressed delight in partnering with MATTER to bring another groundbreaking forum to the region, showcasing technological advancements that are reshaping the world. He emphasized the importance of understanding and showcasing these innovations to harness them for the betterment of society.
“We are excited to support bringing XPANSE to life this November and to help forge a future defined by innovation and technological growth,” Johnson concluded.