emirates7 - The University of Sharjah (UOS) kicked off its annual Computing and Informatics Week with a dynamic two-day event highlighting key advancements in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and e-commerce.
Bringing together a diverse mix of international experts, scholars, and students, the event served as a platform to exchange insights and foster collaborations in areas shaping the digital future.
The opening address was delivered by Prof. Yousef Haik, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, who welcomed participants and reiterated the University’s commitment to academic and research excellence both within the UAE and internationally. He stressed the importance of such forums in connecting academia with industry and empowering emerging talent to contribute to the nation's digital transformation.
A key feature of the event was the dedicated symposium on “Cybersecurity and E-Commerce,” attended by Prof. Maamar Bettayeb, Vice Chancellor for Research and Graduate Studies. Prof. Bettayeb highlighted the growing significance of artificial intelligence and its implications for the economy, particularly in digital trade, while emphasizing the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures.
Prof. Abbes Amira, Dean of the College of Computing and Informatics, underscored the college’s interdisciplinary approach, which integrates academic theory with industry collaboration to foster hands-on learning experiences. He also introduced the fifth edition of the International Symposium on E-Commerce and Cybersecurity (SEC 2025), hosted jointly by the Departments of Information Systems and Computer Science in collaboration with the College of Law, featuring discussions on the latest innovations from a cross-disciplinary lens.
The opening day featured keynote speeches from prominent figures such as Prof. Fakhri Karai of Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence, who discussed AI’s transformative role in healthcare, and Prof. Sergey Kolyubin of Russia’s ITMO University, who presented on the future of embodied intelligence.
A dynamic panel titled “Shifting Horizons in Learning: The Rise of Generative AI,” moderated by Prof. Ali Aouni, brought together university faculty and AWS representatives to explore the educational impacts of generative AI. The agenda also included a hands-on workshop on AI-based anomaly detection in collaboration with NVIDIA DLI, led by Dr. Iyad Turki.
The cybersecurity and e-commerce symposium also welcomed leading industry voices such as Omar Mohammed Al Awadi, CEO of Technologies LLC, who offered a deep dive into trends in digital consumer behavior and e-commerce evolution. Emini Yilmaz Bouton, CEO of AcceleratEMEA, emphasized the need for cross-disciplinary innovation to secure the future of digital trade.
Faculty and graduate researchers presented cutting-edge studies on topics such as post-quantum cryptography, IoT security, data-driven research funding models, and AI-driven pricing strategies.
The event concluded with an awards ceremony recognizing key contributors and competition winners. In the robotics programming competition, top honors went to Ghulam Mohammed and Saif Abdul Jalil. Second place was awarded to Salsabeel Al Saman and Omar Mohammed, while third place was shared between two teams: Gaith Mohammed and Rafi Ibn Al Noor, and Alia Abdulaziz and Hafsa Rahmanullah. In the Cybersecurity Competition, Bushr Al Khayyat took first place, followed by Rafi Ibni Abu Kalam and Salsabeel Al Saman.
The “2025 Innovation in E-Commerce Award,” presented in collaboration with Technologies LLC, celebrated standout student projects. Omar Mohammed was recognized for his indoor drone fleet tracking system, Saif Salem for his AI methodology initiative, and Waleed Khaled for his use of What3Words to solve logistical challenges. Additional honors went to Jad Hatem for “TrustChain” and Mariam Nader, who received a certificate of distinction for her “Volunteer Information System.”
Bringing together a diverse mix of international experts, scholars, and students, the event served as a platform to exchange insights and foster collaborations in areas shaping the digital future.
The opening address was delivered by Prof. Yousef Haik, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, who welcomed participants and reiterated the University’s commitment to academic and research excellence both within the UAE and internationally. He stressed the importance of such forums in connecting academia with industry and empowering emerging talent to contribute to the nation's digital transformation.
A key feature of the event was the dedicated symposium on “Cybersecurity and E-Commerce,” attended by Prof. Maamar Bettayeb, Vice Chancellor for Research and Graduate Studies. Prof. Bettayeb highlighted the growing significance of artificial intelligence and its implications for the economy, particularly in digital trade, while emphasizing the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures.
Prof. Abbes Amira, Dean of the College of Computing and Informatics, underscored the college’s interdisciplinary approach, which integrates academic theory with industry collaboration to foster hands-on learning experiences. He also introduced the fifth edition of the International Symposium on E-Commerce and Cybersecurity (SEC 2025), hosted jointly by the Departments of Information Systems and Computer Science in collaboration with the College of Law, featuring discussions on the latest innovations from a cross-disciplinary lens.
The opening day featured keynote speeches from prominent figures such as Prof. Fakhri Karai of Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence, who discussed AI’s transformative role in healthcare, and Prof. Sergey Kolyubin of Russia’s ITMO University, who presented on the future of embodied intelligence.
A dynamic panel titled “Shifting Horizons in Learning: The Rise of Generative AI,” moderated by Prof. Ali Aouni, brought together university faculty and AWS representatives to explore the educational impacts of generative AI. The agenda also included a hands-on workshop on AI-based anomaly detection in collaboration with NVIDIA DLI, led by Dr. Iyad Turki.
The cybersecurity and e-commerce symposium also welcomed leading industry voices such as Omar Mohammed Al Awadi, CEO of Technologies LLC, who offered a deep dive into trends in digital consumer behavior and e-commerce evolution. Emini Yilmaz Bouton, CEO of AcceleratEMEA, emphasized the need for cross-disciplinary innovation to secure the future of digital trade.
Faculty and graduate researchers presented cutting-edge studies on topics such as post-quantum cryptography, IoT security, data-driven research funding models, and AI-driven pricing strategies.
The event concluded with an awards ceremony recognizing key contributors and competition winners. In the robotics programming competition, top honors went to Ghulam Mohammed and Saif Abdul Jalil. Second place was awarded to Salsabeel Al Saman and Omar Mohammed, while third place was shared between two teams: Gaith Mohammed and Rafi Ibn Al Noor, and Alia Abdulaziz and Hafsa Rahmanullah. In the Cybersecurity Competition, Bushr Al Khayyat took first place, followed by Rafi Ibni Abu Kalam and Salsabeel Al Saman.
The “2025 Innovation in E-Commerce Award,” presented in collaboration with Technologies LLC, celebrated standout student projects. Omar Mohammed was recognized for his indoor drone fleet tracking system, Saif Salem for his AI methodology initiative, and Waleed Khaled for his use of What3Words to solve logistical challenges. Additional honors went to Jad Hatem for “TrustChain” and Mariam Nader, who received a certificate of distinction for her “Volunteer Information System.”