ArabNet Conference Kicks Off in Beirut Connecting Tech Industry Leaders and Entrepreneurs
The ArabNet Conference in Beirut, a major gathering of tech industry leaders and entrepreneurs, kicked off today. Over 500 participants, including prominent start-up founders and major tech firms, are attending. The event, supported by Aramex CEO Fadi Ghandour, aims to connect various stakeholders, such as start-ups seeking financing and mentors, and bloggers wanting to connect with industry leaders.
The conference, focusing on start-ups, brings together leading tech industry names and entrepreneurs. It features panels, a start-up demo, and an 'Ideathon' for pitching ideas. Nizar Zakka, secretary-general of Arab ICT organization Ijma3, calls for balanced internet security measures that protect personal information. Samih Toukan, founder of Maktoob.com, sees lack of government support as an opportunity for local knowledge to make companies interesting to investors.
Conference founder Omar Christidis describes the event as a meeting place for executives and a platform for launching start-ups. Lebanese Minister of Communications Charbel Nahhas commits to providing physical and technical requirements for internet connectivity and innovation.
The ArabNet Conference in Beirut continues, bringing together tech industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and start-ups. With support from prominent figures like Fadi Ghandour and Nizar Zakka, the event aims to foster innovation and connectivity in the tech sector.
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