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develop huge data centers that require operational capacities of up to 100

megawatts. She pointed out that Abu Dhabi is strengthening its position as a global

center for digital investment, as it includes the largest Bitcoin mining facility with a

capacity of 250 megawatts.

In a session titled "From Real Estate to Globalization," Sarah Shaw, Executive

Director of the National Social Responsibility Fund "Majra," interviewed Hussain

Sajwani, CEO of Damac Properties, where the future of the real estate market in the

UAE and the impact of economic developments on the real estate sector were

reviewed. Participants discussed balanced urban expansion, the move towards

sustainable projects, and the role of smart technology in improving the real estate

sector.

During the session, Hussain Sajwani stressed the importance of sustainability, that it

is not limited to the business community, and that caring for the environment is a

collective responsibility that requires the combined efforts of all, starting with the

smallest member of the family. In this context, Sajwani praised the Damac Lagoons

project for obtaining the "LEED" Platinum certificate as the first major residential

community in the UAE to receive this award concerned with environmental

sustainability.

The session, "Protecting Investments in Precious Metals: Potential Risks",

discussed the importance of protecting investments in precious metals, given their

vital role in promoting economic growth, and how to benefit from mutual

experiences to develop strategies and action plans that support the protection of

investments in precious metals. Hamad Abdullah Al Hammadi, Deputy Group CEO

at ADQ, and Philip Clegg, Managing Partner of Orion Abu Dhabi attended the

session.

Hamad Al Hammadi said: "The mining sector is one of the strategic pillars for
supporting the security of global supply chains, especially in light of the challenges

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