Kingdom University hosted the International Conference on Business and Digital Technology (ICBDT 2026) on Wednesday, 29 April 2026, bringing together a distinguished group of academics, researchers, and specialists from Bahrain and abroad. Held virtually, the conference reflects the ongoing commitment to advancing scientific research and keeping pace with rapid digital transformation.
The conference aims to highlight the latest trends in digital transformation, financial technology, artificial intelligence, and entrepreneurship, while exploring how emerging technologies can be leveraged to drive business development and sustainability. It also serves as a dynamic platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration between academic institutions and both public and private sectors.
The opening session featured keynote addresses by Kingdom University President Prof. Hassan bin Rafdan Al-Hajhoj and Vice President for Academic Affairs and Scientific Research Prof. Nader Al Bastaki, alongside keynote speakers including Prof. Abdulrahman bin Issa Al-Laili from King Faisal University in Saudi Arabia and Dr. Nadeem Khalid from Anglia Ruskin University in the United Kingdom.
The conference program covered a range of specialized tracks addressing key topics such as cybersecurity, e-commerce, big data analytics, digital marketing, artificial intelligence and its business applications, as well as the future of work and digital business models.
In this context, Prof. Hassan bin Rafdan Al-Hajhoj, President of Kingdom University, stated: “Hosting this international conference reflects Kingdom University’s commitment to its leading role in supporting scientific research and fostering innovation in business and digital technology. We take pride in bringing together leading academic and research expertise from around the world, contributing to knowledge exchange and addressing the key challenges and opportunities of the digital era. We also reaffirm our commitment to preparing qualified graduates capable of meeting future demands and contributing to sustainable development in the Kingdom of Bahrain and the wider region.”
The organization of this conference aligns with Kingdom University’s vision to strengthen its position as a leading academic institution at both regional and international levels, through the adoption of high-impact initiatives that support innovation and respond to the evolving demands of the digital economy.