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/function1 | AI Conference & Exhibition. November 18-19, 2025 | Dubai

Name: /function1 | AI Conference & Exhibition. November 18-19, 2025 | Dubai
Start: 2025-11-18T08:00:00+0400
End: 2025-11-19T20:00:00+0400
Location: Festival Arena by InterContinental Dubai Festival City

Explore AI’s future, innovation, and startup potential at the premier /function1 conference

Festival Arena by InterContinental Dubai Festival City

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Najwa Karam & Wael Kfoury in Dubai

550.00 AED

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mer. 31 déc.

18 novembre (mardi)

Day 1

08:00 - 20:00

19 novembre (mercredi)

Day 2

08:00 - 20:00

What is /function1?

/function1 is the premier AI conference and exhibition that brings together experts and innovators from across disciplines to examine the bold ideas and pressing challenges of our era. It serves as a forum to explore how artificial intelligence can reshape industries, meet societal demands, advance sustainability, and fuel innovation for today and the future.

Happening on November 18–19, 2025, /function1 is built around one central vision: to establish the top platform for AI startups and founders. The event gives emerging companies the spotlight they deserve while showcasing the limitless potential of artificial intelligence in action.

Our Website: https://fnctn1.com/

Discover discussions and insights on the most relevant AI topics: AI & Employment, Security, Creativity & Arts, Decentralized AI, Future of AI & Latest Developments, Human & AI Collaboration, Industry AI Applications, Robotics, AI Agents
Find buyers & investors in the Founders Lounge
Build AI projects or find developers at the Largest AI Hackathon in the Middle East
Make deals & build partnerships in the Networking App and Lounge
Find young talents or showcase your idea at the AI Futures Lab for youth and students
Showcase your AI solution in the Exhibition Hall
Learn from leading AI voices across 3 Stages
Pitch your AI Startup at the AI Startup Competition
Network privately with selected attendees only at the VIP Lounge and Events

10,000+ attendees
To represent the vast AI landscape, we are bringing together industry founders, developers, researchers, investors, lawmakers, and media representatives.

Handpicked agenda
Carefully curated around the latest trends, our agenda explores the impact of AI across diverse industries through engaging formats — keynote presentations, live demos, interactive panels, and fireside chats.

Explore: https://fnctn1.com/agenda

Founders Program
A dedicated track for AI startup founders. The program includes a competitive application process, offering complimentary speaking slots, exhibition booths, and exclusive pitching opportunities in front of global and regional investors. This is a platform to showcase your innovation, connect with decision-makers, and accelerate your growth.

Explore: https://fnctn1.com/founders

AI GENESIS Hackathon — the Largest AI Hackathon in the Middle East
Organized in partnership with lablab.ai, AI GENESIS is a one-week hackathon where selected startup teams develop AI-driven solutions online. It culminates with an on-site hack day and a grand finale at /function1 on November 18–19, bringing together top talent, investors, and industry leaders.

Explore: https://fnctn1.com/ai_genesis_hackathon

AI Futures Lab - Shaping AI’s Future with Next Gen
A special program designed for students from Arab universities. Participants will have the chance to present their innovative AI-driven ideas across different sectors, gain exposure to global experts, and compete for life-changing opportunities — including free specialized training and internships at leading tech companies.

Explore: https://fnctn1.com/ai_futures_lab

/function1 Week
This year, the energy spills out from the main venue and into the entire city of Dubai for a full week of events hosted by function1, our incredible partners, visionary clients, vibrant communities, and attendees.

Explore: https://fnctn1.com/week

150+ carefully selected voices, announced weekly.

Ron Levin – Managing Partner, Alumni Ventures
Omnia Hame – Director of International Ventures, Seed Group & The Private Office of Sheikh Saeed bin Ahmed Al Maktoum
Priyanka Vijayan – Managing Director, Seed Ventures
Bimal Mehta – Head of AI/ML Engineering, Vanguard
Jeanie Fang – Director, Data & AI Management, Crunchbase
Yuki Shirato – Managing Director, Techstars
Donghao Huang – VP, R&D, Mastercard
Ankit Lathigara – AVP Client Services Portfolio Management, Nasdaq
Tiago Henriques – Head of AI/ML Technology Practice, Google Cloud EMEA
Casper Guldager – Director, KPMG NewTech
Faisal Iqbal – Head of Innovation Programs, Public Sector, MEA, AWS
Hamad Odhabi – Vice Chancellor, Abu Dhabi University

And many more.

Explore: https://fnctn1.com/speakers

/function1 is produced by CREZEE, a production house and consulting agency led by a team of dedicated event professionals. Since 2014, the team has collaboratively organized tech events and built thriving communities.

Previously, CREZEE’s events have welcomed numerous thought leaders, including Ethereum’s Vitalik Buterin, SingularityNET’s Ben Goertzel, the Winklevoss twins of Gemini, CZ from Binance, and Yat Siu of Animoca Brands.

Iconic figures such as Wikipedia’s Jimmy Wales, investment titan Tim Draper, and research leader Thomas Lee have also graced its stages. These events have firmly established themselves as must-attend gatherings.

By car: There are many ways to reach your destination including heading along Rebat Street/D83, exiting toward Al Badia, continuing through Al Badia Boulevard by taking the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd exits at roundabouts, then turning left with the destination on the left. GPS navigation is highly advised.

By taxi: You can easily reach your destination by taking a taxi or using a ride-hailing app.

Festival Arena by InterContinental Dubai Festival City

Dubai Festival City - Al Badia Blvd - Dubai Festival City - Dubai - United Arab Emirates