Qatar Research, Development, and Innovation (QRDI) Council kicked off the Web Summit Qatar 2024 with a dynamic lineup of sessions featuring industry luminaries and thought leaders from around the globe.
Day one commenced with a ineup of sessions curated by the QRDI Council, featuring speakers and RDI leaders from diverse sectors. Discussions and presentations spanned crucial topics essential for fostering innovation and research and development initiatives.
Attendees were treated to dialogues covering Lars Gehrmann, chief digital officer of the QIC Group, Ravi Belani, CEO and founder of Alchemist Accelerator, Mohamed ElHafiz Abubakr ElTahir, senior manager at Milaha, Rana Lonnen, managing director of CVC Novartis, and more.
The sessions provided insights into nurturing startups, accessing funding opportunities, and leveraging technology for societal impact. The day culminated with a panel emphasising the importance of supporting education innovation to address global challenges.
As anticipation mounts for the remaining days of the summit, the QRDI Council looks forward to further collaboration and knowledge exchange propelling Qatar's innovation landscape forward.