19/05/2026
Panel Discussion: Who Owns the Digital Future? Data, Talent, or Technology Join a dynamic panel discussion exploring “Who Owns the Digital Future? Data, Talent, or Technology”
Hear from experts in academia, industry, and government as they share insights on AI, innovation, and the forces shaping global competition. This session will uncover how data, talent, and technology intersect to drive the next era of digital transformation.
Panelists
Dr. Junaid Akhtar – Panelist 1: From Academia
Dean & Director, LiveX and eUMT
Specializes in evolutionary algorithms, human-centered AI, and teaching programming. Holds a Ph.D. in Evolutionary Computation and a Postdoc from LUMS. Extensive experience as academic and content architect leading cross-functional AI and computing projects.
Waseem Ahmad Chisti – Panelist 2: From Industry
Founder and CTO, INNVERSE
AI/ML Solution Architect transforming enterprise AI from prototypes into scalable, impactful systems. Specializes in AI, data science, IoT, generative AI, and intelligent automation across healthcare, government, and industry.
Dr. Abdul Nasir – Panelist 3: From Government
(Ph.D.) – Government Sector Professional
Experienced government sector professional with expertise in digital initiatives and public sector programs, contributing to various programs and driving innovation in policy and public services.
Dr. Rana Hammad Hassan – Panelist 4: Student / Alumni
Head of Punjab Urban Land Systems Enhancement, Board of Revenue Punjab
Ph.D. in Computer Science with 20+ years in AI, data science, digital transformation, and government technology initiatives. Leads national projects, collaborates with global organizations, and drives innovation in TVET, analytics, and enterprise solutions.
Panel Moderator
Prof. Dr. Sohail Khalid – Professor, SST, UMT
Distinguished Professor of Computer Science, 16+ years of teaching and research, over 50 publications, and two patents. Leads AI, cybersecurity, IoT, and embedded systems research, supervises 50+ student projects, and champions AI-integrated pedagogy while mentoring future tech leaders.
Date: May 20, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Hakeem Saeed Hall, UMT