Dr. Mohammad H. Alhefdi is a smart cities and emerging technologies expert, Vice Dean for Academic Affairs, and Head of the Computer Engineering Department at the College of Computer Science, King Khalid University. He specializes in smart cities, artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, blockchain, digital twins, and neuroengineering. His multidisciplinary research applies AI and emerging technologies to urban infrastructure, major projects, and neuroengineering applications to improve efficiency, sustainability, resilience, and data-driven decision-making in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030.I would also like to thank Dr. Lamya, for making this connection. I look forward to meeting you and the other speakers at LEAP 2026.
