Location: Hotel Lobby

This session investigates the expanding art investment ecosystem in the Gulf, with a particular emphasis on the collection of frameworks, valuations, and returns in the UAE, KSA, Oman, and Qatar. The role of state-supported events, museum development, and the ways in which families and sovereign entities are positioning art as both a cultural and financial asset will be the subject of the panelists' discussion.

Location: Rizq Art Initiative (RAi): Leaf Tower, Al Reem Island

For Apex Invest attendees staying at the Hilton Yas Island, group transportation will be organized. Please meet in the hotel lobby at 5:00pm .

An allocator-only session to highlight and discuss real-time allocator needs and peer-sourced solutions within high-priority capital themes, creating a foundation for continued dialogue, collaboration, and peer benchmarking.

Location: Yas Stata

This session takes a candid look at a real-life case study, unpacking what worked—and what didn’t—when pitching to sophisticated allocators. From refining the value proposition to aligning with allocator expectations, participants will walk away with tangible strategies for improving how they frame their story, structure their pitch, and position themselves in front of serious capital.

More and more institutional clients are seeking exposure to digital assets, and investors are rethinking how they approach this emerging asset class. This off-the-record educational session offers an open dialogue on how you can navigate the digital asset landscape, assess opportunity and risk, and shape future-facing investment offerings for yourself or your clients.

This workshop features insights from GPs and LPs about the future opportunities and challenges facing global venture capital. The workshop is structured into several segments, including a welcome and framing, GP perspectives, a moderated panel discussion on topics like exits, capital sources, sector bets, and fund models, and an open forum for GP-LP dialogue.

Explore how AI and data are transforming capital allocation and portfolio intelligence, enabling investors to anticipate market trends, unlock cross-border and tokenized opportunities, and build smarter, more adaptive portfolios.

A forward-looking keynote on how the UAE is emerging as the world’s most connected hub - bridging East and West through technology, talent, and a lifestyle ecosystem built for limitless growth.

Sovereign wealth funds, family offices, and global LPs share strategies for repositioning portfolios amid evolving macroeconomic conditions and global market shifts.

A deep dive into the performance and growing relevance of Bitcoin, how to generate Bitcoin yield, and the pivotal role of tokenisation in the next phase of digital asset investing. The session will culminate with an exclusive, industry-first announcement revealing how institutional investors can directly engage with tokenised assets - with Coinbase Asset Management and Apex Group.

As stablecoins and on-chain settlement move from the fringes of crypto into the core of financial infrastructure, institutions are rethinking how money moves and earns yield. This session brings together industry leaders shaping the evolution of digital payments - exploring how stablecoins enable faster, programmable settlement and new forms of on-chain yield generation. Panelists will discuss adoption trends, regulatory progress, and what these innovations mean for institutional finance and global capital flows.

Tokenization is enabling new forms of asset distribution and opportunities for institutional investors This session explores how tokenized funds, debt instruments, alternative yield products, and real-world assets are being structured and distributed today, and what operational and regulatory considerations are shaping adoption across traditional finance.

As sovereign wealth funds and family offices in the GCC expand their investment strategies, the lines between private credit, private debt, and venture capital are blurring. This session explores how allocators are using non-dilutive funding to drive economic transformation while also shaping the venture landscape as active ecosystem builders. Panelists will examine innovative fund structures, co-investment models, and where regional capital sees scalable opportunities—from yield-focused private debt to high-growth sectors such as AI and healthtech.

Reflecting his philosophy that excellence must enrich both people and places, Steven will close his session with a live demonstration of his signature “Level 5 Chocolate.” Crafted from the world’s finest cacao with no refined sugars and enhanced with superfoods, Steven’s chocolate is the embodiment of healthy indulgence delicious, functional, and lovingly handmade. This demonstration aligns with Banyan’s broader commitment to wellness, sustainability, and innovation.

At the Apex Invest Conference, Steven Michael will empower participants with a hands-on lesson in chocolate making, demonstrating how anyone can craft delicious, healthy chocolate at home. Steven will break down his Level 5 Chocolate method into easy, approachable steps, teaching attendees how to select quality ingredients, blend nutrient-rich superfoods, and adjust recipes to suit their own taste and wellness goals. His interactive approach ensures that even beginners can leave with the confidence and inspiration to develop their own personalized chocolate creations, turning a gourmet indulgence into a simple, healthy lifestyle habit.

This interactive session will explore the art of asking; providing tips on how to overcome fear, build clarity and confidence, and make bold asks. Through real stories and discussion, participants will leave ready to turn courage into action.

An inside view into the economic vision, regulatory strength, and business-friendly foundations that have positioned Abu Dhabi as a leading global hub for investment, innovation, and long-term growth.

As the Middle East accelerates its economic transformation, private equity is stepping into a new role; from funding growth to building the next generation of regional champions. This session explores how leading investors and partners are driving innovation, scaling enterprises, and creating sustainable value across emerging sectors.

Artificial Intelligence is now a core enabler across sectors—from healthcare and AgTech to infrastructure and finance. This session brings together leading allocators to explore how sovereign and private capital is being deployed into AI, the sector-level integration of AI technologies, and the role of national strategies in accelerating adoption. Panelists will also address the challenges of valuation, ethics, and risk in this rapidly evolving space.

As the GCC accelerates its commitment to net-zero goals, institutional investors are taking center stage in financing the region’s sustainability agenda. This session explores how sovereign wealth funds, development platforms, and private capital are driving the energy transition, from renewable energy and decarbonization projects to emerging climate technologies, green infrastructure, and circular-economy solutions - shaping a more resilient and sustainable future.

Panel discussing digitizing healthcare delivery—from genomics and AI imaging to decentralized clinics—through combined equity and debt instruments.

This rare, intimate session will offer a pragmatic breakdown of why stablecoins and onchain money rails are becoming the financial backbone of the global financial system, and how blockchains are building a full end-to-end commerce stack to power this shift. An opportunity for allocators and fund managers to connect, exchange insights, and dive deep into the booming stablecoin ecosystem.

Examining how traditional real estate is evolving alongside high-demand physical assets such as data centers and digital infrastructure. Panelists will discuss the growing role of institutional capital in these sectors, the rise of specialized structures like REITs and private credit vehicles, and how sovereign funds and family offices are allocating to both established and emerging real asset classes to balance stability with long-term growth.

A deep dive into Saudi Arabia’s sweeping transformation—unpacking the reforms and ambitions on strategic sectors that are redefining the Kingdom’s investment landscape and opening new frontiers for growth.

Family offices are navigating a rapidly evolving landscape shaped by economic uncertainty, technological disruption, and shifting generational values. This closed-door roundtable brings together leading family office principals to discuss strategies for portfolio resilience — from diversification and sustainability integration to cross-border co-investments and the rise of alternative asset classes — ensuring their legacy thrives in a new era of transition.

The sports industry is no longer just entertainment—it’s an investment powerhouse. This session unpacks the evolution of how sports are performed, consumed, and monetized, diving into the forces fueling market growth, the evolution of revenue models, capital deployment trends, and exit strategies that are redefining what “winning” looks like for investors.

This closed-door roundtable brings together policymakers, investors, and business leaders exploring Abu Dhabi as a base for regional and global expansion. Participants will gain first-hand insights into the Emirate’s thriving business ecosystem — from regulatory frameworks and licensing pathways to strategic incentives, sector clusters, and talent availability. The discussion will highlight success stories, common challenges, and practical steps for establishing a long-term presence in Abu Dhabi’s world-class business environment.

This interactive masterclass will highlight how tokenisation is reshaping finance and investment, from fund tokenization and regulatory developments to new distribution strategies across real estate, private credit, and beyond.

A fireside chat and award ceremony featuring the announcement of the winner of the inaugural APEX Global Custodian Financial Markets Book Prize and a discussion on key themes shaping global financial markets.