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northern ireland’s biggest tech and digital event

belfast
2024

The home of local tech communities with Global Ambitions

where

the future

begins

Join 2,000 people from right across the tech ecosystem in Northern Ireland, to explore what the future looks like, connect with the change-makers tackling the biggest challenges facing business and society, and learn about the innovations that are changing our world today.

startups

startup village • investors • office hours • live pitches

networking

matchmaking app • After PArties • vip dinners • meeting areas

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featured speakers

Maria Purcell

VP, Head of International Advertising | Insider

Lory Kehoe

Chairman | Blockchain Ireland & Former Coinbase

Ross Hompstead

Site Lead | Asos NI

Aga Siugzdinis

head of digital | synechron

oli hills

ceo | nonsensical

Morné Rooschuz

Head of QA Engineering | Aflac ni

Gavin shorten

Leader | OpenXChange at IBM

Eithne Devine-Hynes

Global Program Director | Dell

Bobby healy

ceo | manna drone delivery

Ruth McGuinness

Head of the Data & AI | kainos

Some of our previous speakers have come from the biggest companies in the world 

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Our Stages

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The Main Stage at Digital DNA is where the future begins! The main stage features keynote talks and thought-provoking panel discussions from influential thought leaders and experts in the world of technology. Attendees can expect to hear from pioneers who are shaping the future of technology, exploring topics ranging from cutting-edge developments in AI and robotics to the latest trends in cybersecurity and digital transformation. With a focus on sharing insights, sparking debate, and inspiring action, the Main stage offers a unique opportunity to gain a deep understanding of the trends and innovations that are at the intersection of business, society and technology.

Time Track Talk Title Speakers
0945
Blockchain
Has the Blockchain bubble burst?
Lory Kehoe | Coinbase
1015
AI
What are the risks of using AI in your business: Hype vs Reality?
Jack Balmer, Rory Campbell, Lewis Silkin & Guests
1045
Innovation
Imagining the Future of Sales
Eithne Hynes | Dell
1115
Leadership
Surviving & Thriving in Uncertainty: Grit and the Evolution to CTO
Sean Devlin, MCS Group & Emma Pollock, Fintru
1145
Climate Tech
Innovative ESG technology powering a sustainable future?
Fiona Lehane, Anu Thomas, Kieran Bell | PwC
1215
Marketing
The Road to Responsible Growth
Maria Purcell | Insider
1245
Marketing
Unlocking the power of TikTok for your business
Oli Hills | Nonsensical
1315
Lunch
1345
Startups
From back of the napkin, to hackathon and beyond
James Matchett and Josh Beatty | Kainos
1400
Leadership
Embracing the Future of Leadership
Ross Hompstead | ASOS NI
1430
Big Data
Unlocking the Value of Financial Services Data Through Monetization
1500
Starups
Irish Tech Ecosystem Fireside chat with Bobby Healy, Manna Drone Delivery (ex Cartrawler)
Bobby HEaly | Manna Drone Delivery & Charlie Taylor | Business Post
1530
Future Startups
Digital Futures Final Pitches
1615
Innovation
Disruptive Tech Today
Jason McBride, Daniel Murphy, Tara Simpson, Kyle Davidson
1645
Future Startups
Digital Futures Results
1700
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The Imagine stage is where creative professionals come together to share their visions and insights on how technology is transforming the creative industries. Speakers on this stage will explore the intersection of technology and creativity, showcasing how cutting-edge tools and techniques are being used to create immersive experiences, innovative marketing campaigns, and much more. The Imagine stage is a place to be inspired by the incredible work being done by those pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with technology, and to gain valuable insights into how these technologies can be harnessed for the benefit of businesses and audiences alike.

Time Track Talk Title Speakers
1000
VR & AR
The Art of Immersion: Creating Memorable Experiences with Emerging Technologies
Lucy Baxter, Dominic Holmes, Eva Robison & Michael McGlade
1030
Content Creation
AI in Journalism: How Insider is using AI to compliment its digital journalism
Harry Hope | Insider
1100
AI
Beyond the Hype: Navigating the Impact of AI in Business
Andrew Gough, GCD Technologies
1130
Film & Gaming
The Future of Storytelling: How Technology is Transforming the Film and Gaming Industry</strong?
Emma Rose, Moderator - Rory Clifford NI Screen, Donal Philips , QUB, Mark McCourt,
1200
UI & UX Design
How generative AI is impacting UX & UI Design
Aga Siugzdinis | Synechron
1230
Machine Learning & AI
The Art of Machines: Redefining Creativity with AI at the Helm
Jerry Staple, Origin Digital & James Griffiths, DWF (Northern Ireland) LLP
1300
Lunch
1330
Marketing
Innovative Marketing in the Age of Technology
Jamie Gordan, Andi Jarvis, Fiona Browne, Ryan Clarke
1400
Marketing
The Importance of Brands' Unique Digital Presence through Creative Content
Matthew McGeady & Callum Bailie, Right Now Social
1430
Marketing
The robots are already here. How to use AI and automation in Digital Marketing before they replace you
Jason Riahi | Web Bureau
1500
No Code
Should Low Code Platforms Co-Exist in a Business?
Jonathan Watters, PwC & Guests
1530
Content
Don't Believe Your Eyes: Can the law do anything to combat deepfakes?
James Griffiths | DWF
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The Frontier stage is where the most forward-thinking technologists and innovators come together to explore the latest trends and innovations that are shaping our future. With a diverse range of topics including blockchain, cyber security, climate tech, future of work, and entrepreneurship, the Frontier stage is a hub of cutting-edge ideas and insights. Speakers on this stage will share their expertise and experiences in tackling some of the biggest challenges facing society today, from building sustainable technology to creating innovative solutions for the future of work.

Time Track Talk Title Speakers
1000
R&D
Harnessing Academic Research to Drive Product Development
Philip McDonough
Richard Newman
Vishal Sharma
Federico Cruciani
1030
Diversity & Inclusion
Inclusivity, Diversity & Equity in the Future Tech. Sector: Showcasing Next Practice
1100
Startups
Stepping into Startups: Journey into Tech
Ryan OReilly, NetworkFit
Olanike Adebayo, Adexa Laboratories
Stephanie McEvoy, Farming Carbon
Jenny Ervine, Raise Ventures
1130
Startups
Listening and Learning from the Ecosystem – Insights and Lessons from a Turbulent year in the IT Industry
Gavin Shorten | IBM
1200
Digital Transformation
Growing Your Digital Business
Brenda Clerkin, Queen’s Management School
Jemma Simpson, Diverse Talent
Ian Wilson, IBC Music
Arron Ayre, Alsop Software
1230
TBC
1300
Lunch
1330
R&D Tax Credits
Tax for the Tech Sector
Richard Blakeman, ASM Chartered Accountants
Caelan Kelly, ASM Chartered Accountants
1400
QA Testing
Accelerating Automated Testing with Visual AI
Morné Rooschuz, Aflac Northern Ireland
1430
Innovation
Igniting Innovation - From Disruption to Dominance
1500
Innovation
Are the Robots coming for my Job?
Andrew Kirke, Tughans & John Bustard, Queen's University Belfast
1530
Learning & Development
Uncover your hidden talent through impactful L&D
Diane Morrow, Aflac NI
1600
TBC
1630
Leadership
Hive Mind: Harnessing Bee-Inspired Wisdom for Teamwork, Leadership, and Diversity
Jonathan Sinclair, Inclutech
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The Re[boot] stage will feature lightning talks that focus on the advancement of coding and software development. Here, engineers, researchers, and software developers come together to share their insights and expertise on the latest trends and innovations in the world of coding. From cutting-edge programming languages to the latest tools and frameworks, speakers on this stage will cover a wide range of topics that are of interest to developers at all levels of expertise. 

Time Track Talk Title Speakers
1000
Devlopers
career.Change() - From Civil Servant to Software Engineer in Slightly Over a Year
Michael Way | Asos NI
1030
Big Data
Data is Business, Business is Data
Jason Bell | Synthetica Data
1100
UI & UX
Navigating the Path to UX Design
Laura Shevlin | Pytilia
1130
Machine Learning
Automation with Large Language Models at Allstate
Barry Dillon | Allstate NI
1200
UI & UX Design
For the User Experience team of one
Lucy Cook | DHD
1230
KDB+
From Wall Street to F1: Data and the Need for Speed
Ronan Corkery | First Derivatives
1300
Lunch
1330
Mobile App Development
Innovate Faster, Deliver Sooner: Supercharge Mobile App Development with React Native and Expo
Nick Cousins | Agilicent
1400
GraphQL
GraphQL: Getting to a Production Deployment
1430
Green Tech
Machine Learning and Green Tech in Energy Management
Aisling Spain | The Electric Storage Company
1500
AI
Callie: AI for Healthcare
Matthew Fitch & James McGrath | Bazaarvoice
1530
Diversity
Being autistic, neurodivergent and talent for tech roles- is there a link?
Sharon Didrichsen | Specialisterne
1600
Data Mesh
Data Mesh: The "What", "Why", and "How"
Conor McCormick , Gavin Sinnerton, Shane O Hanlon | Synechron

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