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Beyond the Hype: Will AI Actually Transform Banking?
May 12 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transitioning from experimental pilots to real-world deployment across the global banking industry. This upcoming webinar, titled “Beyond the Hype: Will AI Actually Transform Banking?”, brings together leading voices from academia and industry to examine the practical impact of AI on financial services.
Organized by INCEIF University in collaboration with Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), this session is part of an ongoing knowledge partnership series aimed at strengthening dialogue between practitioners and scholars within the Islamic finance ecosystem.
The discussion will move beyond theoretical narratives and focus on how artificial intelligence is being integrated into core banking functions. Areas of discussion are expected to include developments in digital banking, AI-driven customer experience, operational efficiency, and the opportunities and challenges associated with adoption across financial institutions.
A key focus will also be placed on how AI intersects with Islamic finance principles, particularly in areas such as ethical innovation, governance, and value creation within Shariah-compliant financial systems.
Participants will gain insights into whether AI is truly transforming banking or simply reshaping existing processes under a new technological label. The session aims to separate hype from reality and explore what the next phase of transformation could mean for financial institutions and customers alike.
Why This Event Matters
Artificial intelligence is increasingly influencing financial services, including Islamic banking. This webinar provides a timely opportunity to better understand how emerging technologies may reshape banking operations while aligning with ethical and Shariah-compliant finance principles.
Who Should Attend
- Islamic finance professionals
- Banking and fintech executives
- Shariah scholars and advisors
- Digital transformation teams
- Academics and researchers
- Students of Islamic finance and banking
Event Details
- Date: Tuesday, 12 May 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM (Dubai Time)
- Format: Virtual / Online Event
- Platform: Zoom Webinar
- Organizer: INCEIF University in collaboration with Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB)
Speakers
- Muhammad Ibrahim Iqbal – Senior Vice President & Head of Digital Platforms, DIB
- Dr. Kinan Salim – Associate Professor, INCEIF University