The summit is built for C-suite and senior leaders in data, AI, digital transformation, and technology. Think CDOs, CAIOs, CTOs, Heads of Data Science, Directors of Digital Transformation, and Government Technology Leaders.

Is there a registration fee?

Attendance is by invitation only. Submit your application and our committee will review within 48 hours. Approved delegates receive complimentary access including all sessions, networking lunch, and materials.

What's included in my attendance?

Full-day access to all keynotes, panels, and workshops. Networking lunch and refreshments. Event materials and delegate pack. Certificate of attendance. Access to the exhibition floor and sponsor showcases.

What is the dress code?

Business formal. The summit brings together senior executives and government officials, so professional attire is expected.

How can my company sponsor or partner?

We offer Patronage, Knowledge Partner, and Supporting Partner tiers. Founding partners receive priority positioning across all future editions. Request the partnership deck through our form above.

10 June 2026 · Kuwait City

Digital First
Kuwait2026

Name: Digital First Kuwait 2026, Data & AI Summit
Start: 2026-06-10T08:00:00+03:00
End: 2026-06-10T18:00:00+03:00
Location: Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel & Spa

Turning Data & AI into Regulated, Profitable, and Scalable Outcomes

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The Summit at a Glance

One Day. One Room. Kuwait's Elite Data & AI Leaders.

Vetted Decision Makers

A highly curated gathering reserved for CDOs, CTOs, CIOs and senior government strategists driving the next wave of digital and technological advancement.

Speakers

Panels

Awards

The Opportunity

Kuwait Vision 2035 is
reshaping the future.

$0.36B

ICT Market Surge by 2030

Projected market valuation

$0B

AI & Digital Investment

$3B AI + $100B AI Infrastructure Partnership

$0M

KOC Digital Transformation

$10B healthcare digitalization

0K+

New Tech Jobs by 2030

KD 1B annual revenue target

What We Cover

12 Strategic Focus Areas

Curated agenda topics shaped by Kuwait's top CDOs and CTOs

Focus Area 01

Vision 2035 Roadmap

Aligning Kuwait's national AI strategy with Vision 2035 milestones to build a knowledge-based, innovation-driven economy less reliant on oil revenues.

What Makes This Different

Why Leaders
Choose to Attend

This isn't a conference. It's Kuwait's most exclusive gathering of Data & AI decision-makers, where deals close and strategies align.

0+Senior Leaders

0Panel Sessions

0Award Categories

Expert-Led Panels & Live Case Studies

4 Panels

4 high-impact panel discussions on Kuwait's AI strategy, Vision 2035 alignment, and enterprise transformation, plus live demonstrations of AI deployments with measurable outcomes from Kuwait and global enterprises.

100% Data & AI, Zero Filler

100%

Every session is purpose-built for data and AI practitioners. Interactive deep-dive workshops on the critical challenges facing Kuwaiti businesses and government, bring your toughest problems.

Curated Executive Networking

250+

Move beyond generic networking, connect with 250+ handpicked senior leaders, CDOs, CTOs, government strategists, investors, and AI architects.

Awards & Startup Pitch Showcase

8 Awards

Celebrating 8 categories of AI excellence, transformation, innovation, governance, and emerging talent. Plus a live startup pitch session showcasing Kuwait's most promising AI ventures to investors and government buyers.

Investment & Regulatory Access

$9B+

Direct access to $9B+ in planned digital sector investment pipelines, partnership frameworks, and a structured AI governance regulatory sandbox with policymakers. Hands-on demos of Edge AI, IoT, generative AI platforms, and cloud-native solutions.

Data AI First Kuwait 2026 artificial intelligence summit

Kuwait · June 2026

The room where Kuwait’s most powerful decisions in Data & AI get made.

“If you're not in the room, you're not in the conversation.”

250Vetted Leaders

68Spots Left

1Exclusive Day

The Faculty

Industry Experts

The calibre of voices you'll hear, and network with, nowhere else

6+ Confirmed

Dr Khalid Al Begain

President

KCST

Mai AlOwaish

CEO

CINET

Iyad Atieh

CISO

Alghanim Industries

Abdullah AlNusef

Chief Data Officer

Bank Boubyan

Abdulmohsen Alsulaimi

Group CTO

Towell International Holding

Amr Wageeh

General Counsel & FDI Policy Advisor

KDIPA

Trusted By Industry Leaders

Our Partners

Backed by global technology leaders and enterprises worldwide.

8:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Full Day

Full Day Programme

Agenda

4 panels · 2 keynotes · 8 presentations · 1 awards ceremony

Please note that this is a draft agenda and is subject to changes until 4 days prior to the event

Full agenda shared with approved applicants only

08:00 – 09:00Registration, Networking & Refreshments

09:00 – 09:15Opening

Welcome Remarks & Opening Ceremony

Welcome Address by Events First Group (EFG)

09:15 – 09:30Keynote

Opening Keynote

Kuwait's Transformative Journey & Catalyzing Vision, Roadmap to becoming a regional AI leader

09:30 – 10:15Panel

Panel Discussion 1 – AI & Data Ecosystem

Shaping Kuwait's AI & Data Ecosystem, Vision 2035 to Execution, Strategic Integration, Public-Private Partnerships & GenAI Applications

10:15 – 10:30Sponsor Presentation 1

10:30 – 11:00VIP Exhibition Tour & Networking Break

11:00 – 11:40Panel

Panel Discussion 2 – Data Infrastructure

Building a Robust Data Ecosystem, National Data Sovereignty, Privacy Frameworks & Resilient Cloud Infrastructure

11:45 – 12:00Presentation

Edge AI & IoT for Real-Time Applications

12:00 – 12:15Presentation

AI for Sustainability, Energy & Oil and Gas

12:15 – 13:00Panel

Panel Discussion 3 – AI Governance & Trust

AI-Driven Transformation, Mitigating Threats, Bias Mitigation, Ethical Compliance & Digital Trust

13:00 – 13:30Prayer & Networking Break

13:30 – 13:45Sponsor Presentation 2

13:45 – 14:30Panel

Panel Discussion 4 – Digital Government

Advancing e-Government & Digital Identity, Biometrics, Citizen Services & National Security

14:30 – 14:45Presentation

AI Impact in Organisations

Operational risks, decision making, customer service

14:45 – 15:00Awards

Awards Ceremony & Close of Conference

Recognition Excellence

Digital First Awards 2026

Celebrating the pioneers shaping Kuwait's digital future

Honouring Pioneers & Innovators Shaping Kuwait’s AI Future

The Digital First Awards 2026 celebrate outstanding individuals and organisations driving AI transformation, data innovation, and governance leadership across Kuwait’s public and private sectors.

01AI Transformation Leader

02Data-Driven Innovation

03Data & AI Ecosystem Contributor

04AI & Data Visionary Award

05Emerging AI & Data Talent Award

06AI & Data Educator/Mentor

07Public Sector AI & Data Impact

08AI Ethics & Governance Champion

Award Nominations

Digital First Awards recognise organisations and leaders demonstrating exceptional contributions to Kuwait’s data and AI ecosystem.

Eligibility

Government and public sector organisations

Enterprises and private sector companies

Banking and financial institutions

Data and AI technology providers

Academic and research institutions

Nominate

Submit Your Nomination

The Guest ListC-Level Only

Who Will Attend

Applications accepted from senior decision-makers only

Government Officials & Senior Advisors

Chief Information Officer (CIO)

Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Chief Data Officer (CDO)

Chief AI Officer (CAIO)

Chief Digital Officer

Head of Data Science

Head of ML / AI

Data & AI Architect

Director of Data Engineering

Head of Digital Transformation

Business Unit & Innovation Leads

Academics & Researchers

Key Industries

Government & Public Sector

Technology

Banking & Financial Services

Energy

Transportation

Education

Healthcare

Manufacturing & Retail

250+ Senior Leaders8 Industries1 Transformative Day

Why Leaders Apply

6 Reasons to Secure a Seat

What makes this gathering worth the application process

REASONS

Shape Kuwait's Digital Horizon

Directly contribute to the national discourse on Data and AI, influencing policy, investment, and strategic direction.

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In the Press

Highlights and coverage from our series of premium technology summits worldwide

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Digital First is a premier summit series by Events First Group designed for enterprise leaders driving AI transformation. It brings together Chief Data Officers, AI architects, government strategists, and solution providers for a full day of practitioner-led sessions, workshops, and curated meetings.

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The Venue

Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel

Venue Details

Digital First Kuwait 2026 will be hosted at Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel, Kuwait's premier beachfront resort offering world-class conference facilities with stunning waterfront views.

Venue Confirmed

Location

Messilah, Kuwait

Date

June 10, 2026

Time

8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Format

Full-Day Summit

Get in Touch

Contact Us

For Speaking Enquiries

Sanjana Venugopal

Senior Conference Producer

+971 50 500 3341 sanjana@eventsfirstgroup.com

For Sponsorship Enquiries

Mohammed Sahil

Partnership Manager

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