Futurists X Summit 2025 to Convene World’s Leading Visionaries in Dubai

Dubai, UAE – September 2025 – The global spotlight will turn to Dubai this September as it hosts the Futurists X Summit, a landmark gathering of the world’s top futurists, visionaries, and policymakers. Scheduled for September 22–23, 2025 at the Jumeirah Beach Hotel Conference Centre, the two-day summit is set to redefine the dialogue on technology, governance, and sustainable progress.

Supported by strategic partners Mastercard and Emirates NBD, the summit will bring together more than half of the world’s Top 50 ranked futurists, along with renowned experts including Professor Brian Cox, Commander Scott Kelly, Dr. Abir Haddad, Kevin J. Anderson, Ross Dawson, Pablos Holman, Zoltan Istvan, Professor Henrik von Scheel, and many more.

At the heart of the discussions lies a critical challenge: the widening gap between the exponential pace of technological innovation and the linear adaptation of policy and governance. From AI and quantum technologies to longevity science, future economies, climate resilience, and human space exploration, the agenda is designed to inspire actionable frameworks for governments, industries, and societies.

The summit will also feature plenary sessions, interactive breakouts, book signings, and conclude with a VVIP Gala Dinner aboard a superyacht at Dubai Marina, reserved for global leaders and distinguished guests.

Banking & Finance at the Forefront

For the financial sector, the summit marks a defining moment. With fintech pioneer Brett King — Founder of The Futurists Network and renowned author — leading the initiative, and with banking giants Mastercard and Emirates NBD as partners, the event highlights the intersection of finance, technology, and governance.
King noted:

“The Futurists X Summit marks the first time that the majority of the world’s Top 50 futurists are coming together at a global event. Today, the gap between what is technically possible and what policy can keep up with is widening rapidly. To ensure an orderly transition toward a highly autonomous and sustainable future, serious planning is essential. This is why we have brought this extraordinary group of visionaries to the UAE — to chart a clear path forward toward a better future for all.”

Voices from the Future

• Dr. Mohamed AlKhatib, CEO of The Futurists Network – GCC, emphasized:
  
  
  “The Futurists X Summit is not about predicting the future, but preparing leaders and policymakers to act decisively in the face of exponential change. Dubai is the perfect host for this dialogue, as it stands at the crossroads of innovation, governance, and global collaboration.”
  
  
• Tariq Qureishy, CEO of Voices of the Future and co-host, added:
  
  
  “We are bringing together some of the greatest minds of our time to address the defining questions of humanity’s future from AI and ethics to climate adaptation and the future of work. This is not just an event, it’s a movement to ensure that policy keeps pace with technology and society.”

Distinguished Thought Leaders

Among the headline speakers are:

• Dr. Abir Haddad – Legal futurist and founder of the Institute for Legal Transformation, known for her “7 Steps to Legal Transformation” methodology.
  
• Professor Henrik von Scheel – Internationally hailed as the architect of Industry 4.0, shaping policies and strategies worldwide.
  
• Tariq Qureishy – Futurist and strategist, founder of Xponential and the Future Readiness Institute, specializing in exponential growth frameworks.
  
• Dr. Mohamed AlKhatib – CEO of The Futurists Network – GCC, futurist, engineer, and strategic advisor driving foresight-driven governance.
  

About the Futurists Network

Founded by Brett King, The Futurists is a global platform uniting thought leaders to explore the future of humanity, the planet, and the economy. Through conferences, media, and advisory initiatives, the network is committed to shaping foresight-driven solutions for a rapidly changing world.

The Futurists X Summit 2025 is expected to be a landmark event, setting the tone for global policy, innovation, and economic transformation.

For more information and registration, visit: www.futuristevent.com