Blockchain technology is being viewed as revolutionary as the internet. The Blockchain is essentially a distributed database of records or public ledger of all transactions or digital events that have been executed and shared among participating parties. The impact of Blockchain is that you no longer have to trust a third party because you trust the system.

The forum will discuss how governments and private institutions in the MENA region can use blockchain applications to create a more efficient, competitive, smart government, smart economy and reinvent businesses. The implications of blockchain on the future of jobs, governments, as well as the governance model needed to regulate it. The event will also discuss how we can create an innovative entrepreneurial setup for encouraging startups in the blockchain domain. Finally the Forum will review the achievements of Dubai Government in implementing and piloting Blockchain solutions as well as their future plans.

The event will feature international well renowned experts and speakers on Blockchain covering different sectors, topics and strategies. It will also include home grown Blockchain companies in Dubai and elsewhere.