Dubai: Immense power of adaptive technologies for People of Determination discussed at Dubai Future Forum as highlighted by Khalfan Belhoul, CEO of the Dubai Future Foundation (DFF). He emphasized the importance of empowering the private sector and innovators while establishing flexible, inclusive regulatory frameworks that can adapt to change. Speaking at a session titled “Making the Case: Which Way to the Future?” at the Dubai Future Forum, Belhoul shared insights on Dubai’s pioneering use of adaptive frameworks, such as regulation labs and sandbox systems, to safely test and scale advanced technologies.
According to Emirates News Agency, these systems and initiatives play a crucial role in bringing policymakers, entrepreneurs, and stakeholders together to collaborate and refine solutions. Belhoul stressed the need for fostering ecosystems that accelerate innovation while ensuring safety and scalability. Amy Webb, CEO of the Future Today Institute, praised the UAE as a global model for strategic foresight
, noting that a few visionaries had a long-term plan and acted on it, making the UAE a testament to the power of strategic foresight.
The discussion also delved into the challenge of measuring the success of future-focused initiatives. Webb pointed out the lack of emphasis on tracking efficacy and the difficulty in measuring the effectiveness of future-oriented efforts, as success often means crises are averted, which is challenging to quantify. She advocated for innovative approaches to measuring foresight impact by incorporating quantitative methods to create accountability and demonstrate the value of forward-thinking initiatives.
In another session titled “Enter the Future: Technology for Humanity,” Dr. Jordan Nguyen, a biomedical engineer, futurist, and founder of Psykinetic, explored the transformative potential of adaptive technologies in empowering individuals with determination to achieve greater independence and mobility. Nguyen highlighted that technology is becoming a vital tool for empowerment
, enabling individuals to accomplish what was once deemed impossible. He emphasized the importance of collaboration and creativity in turning ambitious ideas into solutions that make a significant impact.
The Dubai Future Forum, held from 19-20 November at the Museum of the Future, is noted as the world’s largest gathering of futurists, attracting over 2,500 experts from 100 countries and representatives from 100 global organizations specializing in future design.
