WELCOME RECEPTION | MONDAY 10 FEBRUARY, 2025
The reception is open to all Forum attendees including speakers, event sponsors, local AIMA members and
senior industry figures. The event will give attendees a great opportunity to network with their peers whilst enjoying an open bar and canapés. The reception will be taking place at Bolla, Gate Village 1, DIFC, Dubai. Please email [email protected] to register interest.
FORUM | TUESDAY, 11 FEBRUARY, 2025
8:40am | Panel | Exploring the Middle East’s role on the global hedge fund stage
• Emergence of hedge funds and alternative asset managers – what’s behind this and what’s to come?
• Is the fund ecosystem/infrastructure enough to support sustained expansion?
• Charting the next wave of the industry – Tier 2 HFs/alt asset managers migrating to the UAE and the rise of fund hosting solutions.
• Opportunities and challenges for the alt asset industry over the coming months.
9:45am | Panel | Allocator insights - Global Macro Trends
Navigating global macroeconomic trends and their implications for portfolio management. Where is the smart money going? Emerging markets vs developed markets.
10:30am | Breakout sessions
1. Fund structuring in the UAE: This session will guide you through the intricacies of setting up a fund in the region.
2. Marketing your fund in the Middle East: Strategies for effectively promoting your fund in this rapidly expanding market.
3. Meet the Family Offices
11:30am Panel | AI-volution in the UAE
This panel will explore the growing role of AI and advanced technology in finance, sharing key observations on its applications, challenges, and transformative potential. The discussion will also highlight the UAE’s position as a global thought leader in driving innovation and shaping the future of emerging technologies and innovation.
12:15pm | Panel | Shaping the Future of Digital Assets: Regulation, Innovation and Institutional Adoption
How are digital assets like Bitcoin and tokenized assets reshaping global finance? This panel will explore the role of regulation in driving innovation, the challenges and opportunities of institutional adoption, and how traditional finance can adapt and thrive in the digital era.
