In every global city that aspires to lead in innovation, there are individuals quietly shaping the foundations on which the future stands.

One of those visionaries is Ghanim bin Lahej, CEO of Falak Tayyeb Platinum in Dubai, who played a distinguished role at Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) as its Senior Vice President of Technology and Entrepreneurship.

Since joining DSO in 2011, bin Lahej has been instrumental in transforming the area into one of the UAE’s most vibrant innovation hubs. His leadership helped foster entrepreneurship, empower startups, and champion emerging technologies, paving the way for Dubai’s evolution into a digital and knowledge-based economy.

“Innovation doesn’t just happen; it needs an ecosystem that believes in ideas, invests in people, and embraces risk,” says bin Lahej. “That’s what we’ve been building at Dubai Silicon Oasis—a living lab for the technologies of tomorrow.”

Under his leadership, DSO became synonymous with technological excellence, creativity, and forward-thinking entrepreneurship.

At the upcoming AI in Dubai Conference 2026, bin Lahej’s participation will be one of the event’s key highlights.

“AI is not just a tool—it’s the nervous system of tomorrow’s cities,” he notes. “Our goal is to make Dubai a city where AI enhances life, accelerates business, and inspires the next generation of creators.”

As Dubai prepares to host one of the world’s most ambitious AI events, Dr. Hikmat Beaini, President of the AI in Dubai Conference, expressed his appreciation:

“We are honored to welcome Mr. Ghanim bin Lahej to the AI in Dubai Conference 2026. His leadership and vision reflect the spirit of innovation that defines Dubai.”