Dow Jones Middle East Head: WSJ Tech Live Doha strengthens global tech presence

Doha, Qatar: Doha s selection to host the first ever WSJ Tech Live event in the Middle East reflects the long standing partnership and reinforces the...

Doha, Qatar: Doha’s selection to host the first-ever WSJ Tech Live event in the Middle East reflects the long-standing partnership and reinforces the company’s presence in one of the world’s most ambitious technological ecosystems, said Anand Joawn, General Manager for the Middle East at Dow Jones, the owner of The Wall Street Journal.

Joawn underscored the growing importance of the Middle East, noting that the region is witnessing massive investments in artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, enabling legislation, and the development of knowledge-based and data-driven economies.

He explained that holding the conference in Doha places The Wall Street Journal at the heart of this transformation, providing it with a unique opportunity to bring together leaders from the region and around the world at the centre of decision-making, while expanding its coverage of the issues reshaping technology, business, and the geopolitical landscape.

He noted that this long-term commitment fosters a more interconnected and forward-looking technological ecosystem that reflects the realities of the global landscape. Joawn pointed out that hosting WSJ Tech Live event this year for the first time in the Middle East and North Africa, in Doha, adds a new and significant dimension to the event by spotlighting innovation in the region.

He said the Middle East is witnessing rapid developments in the adoption of artificial intelligence technologies, energy-sector transformation, digital governance, and capital markets which are key factors that will shape the trajectory of global innovation over the next decade.