Qatar is rapidly emerging as a beacon of opportunity, where a robust economic framework converges with futuristic infrastructure and boundless hospitality, offering a fertile ground for ambitious investors.
Dr. Nadir Yildirim, Executive Director at Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s Office of Innovation and Industrial Relations, spoke with The Peninsula during the Web Summit Qatar 2024, emphasising its transformative impact on the innovation and entrepreneurship landscape not only within Qatar but also across the region. He highlighted the summit’s pivotal role in commercialising research outcomes on a global scale, positioning Qatar as a key player in the international market.
Highlighting Qatar’s focus on artificial intelligence (AI), sustainability, biomedical sciences, and social progress, Dr. Yildirim outlined HBKU’s commitment to fostering AI technologies and startups, with plans for nationwide and international commercialization efforts.
He noted Qatar’s accelerated digital transformation phase, facilitated by strategic partnerships like the Web Summit, which aligns with the goals of Qatar National Vision 2030, driving progress towards a prosperous future.
Partnering with Web Summit not only brings startups but also attracts vital stakeholders to Qatar’s ecosystem, including investors and venture capitalists. Dr. Yildirim emphasised that such collaborations accelerate investments in Qatari technologies, fostering a vibrant startup ecosystem.
During the Web Summit, HBKU showcased innovative technologies, promising startups, and engaged in interactive sessions on various topics such as AI, sustainability, and healthcare. Through these initiatives, HBKU reaffirmed its dedication to promoting entrepreneurship and addressing global challenges, signalling a promising future for innovators, entrepreneurs, researchers, and scientists in Qatar.
