World’s First ‘Human Cyborg’ Presents at 12th Annual Edition of IDC Saudi Arabia CIO Summit in Riyadh

World’s First ‘Human Cyborg’ Presents at 12th Annual Edition of IDC Saudi Arabia CIO Summit in Riyadh

Riyadh: More than 400 of the Kingdom's most influential business and technology leaders gathered in Riyadh last week for the IDC Saudi Arabia CIO Summit 2022. Hosted by International Data Corporation (IDC), the event took place on September 19-20 at the Fairmont Riyadh under the theme 'Accelerating the Journey to a Digital-First World' and featured a show-stopping performance from contemporary artist Neil Harbisson, the world's first officially recognized human cyborg.

Harbisson, who can see in UV thanks to an antenna-like implant in his head that boosts his perception of light and gives him super-senses, thrilled the audience with a demonstration of how he is able to "hear" color through audible vibrations in his skull.

Combining expert-led presentations, interactive panel discussions, and individual technology tracks, the IDC Saudi Arabia CIO Summit provided an unrivaled platform for thought-provoking, in-depth discussions about cutting-edge tech solutions, emerging use cases, and proven strategies for driving success in the Kingdom's rapidly developing digital economy.

"For 12 years, the IDC Saudi Arabia CIO Summit has served as a trusted platform that connects leading ICT executives from both the private and public sectors to exchange ideas that contribute towards the growth of the Kingdom’s technology sector," said Hamza Naqshbandi, IDC’s Associate