PRODUCED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH
Kanzul Fatima Arif
Head of Innovation
Headraft
Kanzul Fatima Arif is an innovation leader and XR producer working at the intersection of augmented reality, spatial computing, and human-centered design. With a background in filmmaking and immersive storytelling, she helps organizations explore how emerging technologies can create more meaningful, inclusive, and engaging experiences.
Originally from Pakistan and now based in Germany, Kanzul brings a cross-cultural perspective to conversations about technology, identity, and the future of human connection. Her work spans AR, WebAR, AI, Smart glasses and next-generation spatial computing platforms, with a focus on building experiences that put people first.
Human Augmentation with XR and AI
Human-Centered XR: Where are we with actually enhancing human capabilities with XR and AI? Are we there yet with hardware, software, platforms, and social acceptance? What is holding us back from this future vision? Are we keeping a conscious and human-centric approach to design and business?
Join this panel discussion featuring many decades of combined experience:
Kelly Vero, NAK3D: Creative Badass | Award-Winning Female Founder | Author “How Video Games Made The Metaverse” and “Breaking Through Bytes”
Binh Minh (Nguyễn Thị Bình Minh) Herbst, Telekom MMS: “Design For Happiness” as XR Creative Director, Female Founder in Tech, Professor, Speaker, Consultant, Diversity Advocate, Migrant Mom, Human
Kanzul Fatima Arif, Headraft: Head of Innovation | AI + XR Strategy | Human-First Tech Futures | Obsessed with Future Interfaces
Thomas Bedenk: Tech Strategist & Advisor | Bridging Human Psychology, Business & Emerging Tech