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The Year Ahead

Virtual
February 6, 2025
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM (East Africa Time)
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As we approach 2025, the tech world stands on the cusp of monumental change. AI is continuing to reach new heights, quantum computing is moving from labs to practical use, and cybersecurity is more crucial than ever. The Year Ahead 2025 isn't just another tech conference; it's a window into the future, where today's innovations become tomorrow's necessities.

The Year Ahead 2025 brings together the trailblazers and visionaries who are driving this technological transformation - those already implementing emerging technologies alongside the greatest minds advancing them. This virtual event will be full of riveting keynotes and illuminating sessions that will see you engaging with both recognized global thought leaders and pioneering startups on the cutting edge wherever you'll be, right from the comfort of your seat.

Innovating Tomorrow, Today: Shaping the Future of Technology

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Topics & Themes

Attendees can anticipate dynamic discussions on both leading-edge technologies and how digital transformation will impact everything from business models, operations, products and services to leadership and culture. With a central theme of digital innovation shaping the future, pressing conversations will span across the following broad topics:

Artificial Intelligence Revolution: Advancements and Ethical Implications

Artificial Intelligence Revolution: Advancements and Ethical Implications

Cybersecurity in the Digital Age: Protecting Data in an Increasingly Connected World

Cybersecurity in the Digital Age: Protecting Data in an Increasingly Connected World

The Internet of Things (IoT) and Edge Computing: Transforming Industries and Daily Life

The Internet of Things (IoT) and Edge Computing: Transforming Industries and Daily Life

Emerging Tech Innovations: Startups Shaping the Future Landscape

Emerging Tech Innovations: Startups Shaping the Future Landscape

2023 Speakers
Harry Hare
Host
Co-Founder and Chairman, dx5
Special Envoy for Technology, Government of Kenya
Charles Washika
Director - ICT and Innovation, Co-operative Bank of Kenya
Fractional CMO & Strategy Consultant, Savoir Faire
AI Consultant, -
Prasanna Burri
Group CIO, CISO, Dangote Group (NG)
Founder & CEO, Dotsavvy Limited
Regional Director IT – Middle East Eastern Southern Africa (MEESA), Plan International
ICTO, Kenya Medical Training College
Consultant, Information Security africa, Transunion
CEO, IX Africa
Senior Territory Manager, VMware Inc.
Kevin Namunwa
moderator
Kevin Namunwa
Tech Writer, dx5