Key Speakers

Naima Kaabouch

Dr. Naima Kaabouch is a Chester Fritz Distinguished Professor at the University of North Dakota (UND), where she also directs the Artificial Intelligence Research (AIR) Center. Her research interests include artificial intelligence, wireless communications and networks, cybersecurity, sensing technologies, and autonomous systems. She has authored and co-authored more than 275 peer-reviewed publications, books, and patents. Her research has been supported by agencies including the National Science Foundation (NSF), NASA, and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Dr. Kaabouch is recognized for her contributions to research, innovation, teaching, and mentorship.

Amadou Diawara

Amadou Diawara is a Franco-Malian entrepreneur, digital transformation expert, and international speaker driving innovation across Africa. He is the President and Founder of Cluster Digital Africa, President of FAMIB Group, and Founder of CIRTIC and the Maison de l’Intelligence Artificielle – Mali. His expertise spans artificial intelligence, digital transformation, fintech, blockchain, information systems, and technological innovation. Through his leadership, he fosters digital sovereignty, entrepreneurship, skills development, financial inclusion, and human-centered innovation. His vision is to build lasting bridges between Africa and global technology ecosystems, transforming talent, technology, and collective intelligence into opportunities for sustainable development.

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