Stephane Timpano is the CEO of ASPIRE, the Business Development and Program Management arm of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Center, where he leads initiatives that connect research, talent, and industry. He also oversees A2RL, the Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League.
He brings more than 20 years of experience from Bain and Company, where he served as Senior Partner across global offices, in addition to leadership roles at Sky TV and IMS. Stephane holds an MBA from SDA Bocconi as well as degrees in political science and economics.
At BRIDGE Summit, Stephane will highlight how advanced research, autonomous systems, and frontier technologies are shaping the next chapter of innovation in the UAE.
As gaming evolves into a dominant force in entertainment, new models for creation, distribution, and engagement are rapidly emerging. This session explores how technology, content, and community are reshaping the industry at a global scale. From world-building to cross-platform ecosystems, we examine what it takes to design the next generation of gaming experiences and unlock the sector’s next chapter of growth.
Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy & Remote Work Applications; Director General
Chief Creative Officer, OpenWav
Tech & Gaming Executive and CEO, Future Dynamics
Managing Editor, South China Morning Post
National Editor, Press Trust of India
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