MAQ - Inventor, Content Creator, and Football Player
Brief Intro:
Welcome! I’m Mohammed Al-Qassabi, a professional footballer turned innovator and advocate in the realms of sports innovation and cybersecurity. With a foundation in Information Systems from Carnegie Mellon University Qatar, I’ve forged a path that blends my passion for sports with technology and security. As an inventor, a TED speaker, and a passionate youth advocate, I am dedicated to inspiring and empowering the next generation while continuing to lead in the fields of tech and cybersecurity.
About MAQ
From Football to Innovation
Bridging Sports and Technology
Bridging Sports and Technology
Welcome! I’m Mohammed Al-Qassabi, a professional footballer turned innovator and advocate in the realms of sports innovation and cybersecurity. With a foundation in Information Systems from Carnegie Mellon University Qatar, I’ve forged a path that blends my passion for sports with technology and security. As an inventor, a TED speaker, an
Welcome! I’m Mohammed Al-Qassabi, a professional footballer turned innovator and advocate in the realms of sports innovation and cybersecurity. With a foundation in Information Systems from Carnegie Mellon University Qatar, I’ve forged a path that blends my passion for sports with technology and security. As an inventor, a TED speaker, and a passionate youth advocate, I am dedicated to inspiring and empowering the next generation while continuing to lead in the fields of tech and cybersecurity.
Bridging Sports and Technology
Bridging Sports and Technology
Bridging Sports and Technology
Combining my passion for football with a deep interest in technology, I pursued a bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, graduating with Honors from Carnegie Mellon University Qatar in 2022. This academic journey equipped me with the technical expertise needed to drive sports innovation while also considering aspects like cybersecurity
Combining my passion for football with a deep interest in technology, I pursued a bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, graduating with Honors from Carnegie Mellon University Qatar in 2022. This academic journey equipped me with the technical expertise needed to drive sports innovation while also considering aspects like cybersecurity. My invention, OPAS, has received international recognition, earning awards worldwide and setting new standards for safety and youth advocacy by accurately detecting offsides and analyzing player performance.
Advocacy and Leadership
Bridging Sports and Technology
Advocacy and Leadership
Beyond innovation, I am dedicated to empowering others, especially youth, through education and technology. As the Head of the Robotics & AI Department at Qatar Scientific Club, I mentor aspiring innovators and deliver workshops on programming, AI, and cybersecurity. My commitment to youth advocacy extends globally, as I represent young v
Beyond innovation, I am dedicated to empowering others, especially youth, through education and technology. As the Head of the Robotics & AI Department at Qatar Scientific Club, I mentor aspiring innovators and deliver workshops on programming, AI, and cybersecurity. My commitment to youth advocacy extends globally, as I represent young voices at forums like the Youth Assembly in New York and inspire audiences through motivational TED Talks. Recently, I joined the Information Security team at the Energy Sector, where I work on advanced cybersecurity initiatives, furthering my dedication to technological excellence, public service, and sports innovation.
Awards / Achievements
Global Awards in Excellence ⭐️
Platinium Award
The Platinium award, presented by His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, the Emir of Qatar, recognizes exceptional achievements in Education Excellence 2023, alongside significant contributions in areas such as cybersecurity, sports innovation, and youth advocacy.
GCC Excellence
The GCC Excellence Award for Youth Excellence, presented by His Excellency Mr. Khalid bin Hilal AlBusaidi, Minister of the Diwan Royal Court in the Sultanate of Oman, recognizes outstanding contributions in areas such as cybersecurity, sports innovation, and youth advocacy.
Best Footballer
Won the best Arab male football player prize, awarded by the legend David Beckham, during the Generation Amazing Festival 2021, which also highlights the importance of sports innovation and youth advocacy in the field.
South Korea 🇰🇷
Seoul International Invention Fair 2023
Korean Special Prize
The Special Prize from the Korea Institute of Patent Information in SIIF 2023 highlights advancements in sports innovation, underscoring the importance of youth advocacy and cybersecurity in fostering a safer and more innovative future.
Singapore Award
The Special Innovation Award from Citizen Innovation of Singapore in SIIF 2023 recognizes outstanding achievements in fields such as cybersecurity, sports innovation, and youth advocacy.
Gold Medal
The SIIF Gold Medal 2023 celebrates advancements in sports innovation, while also emphasizing the importance of youth advocacy and promoting a safer environment through cybersecurity initiatives.
International Reach 💥
GCC Special Award
The GCC Patent Office Award highlights innovations across various sectors, including cybersecurity, sports innovation, and youth advocacy, showcasing the importance of protecting intellectual property in these dynamic fields.
Top 5 World Wide
Ranked as one of the top 5 inventors in the world in the CIF 2021, this individual has made significant strides not only in cybersecurity but also in sports innovation and youth advocacy.
Top 3 Arab Inventors
Ranked as one of the top 3 Arab Inventors in season 13 of Stars of Science, I focused on projects that blend cybersecurity with sports innovation and youth advocacy.
Football Awards ⚽️
Some of the achievements in football:
AlFirjan League
Achieving 3rd place in the AlFirjan League 2024 with the Madinat Khalifa Team highlights not only the importance of sports innovation but also the role of youth advocacy in fostering teamwork and discipline.
Amateur League
The Madinat Khalifa Team achieved 2nd place in the Amateur League 2021-2022, showcasing not only their dedication to sports innovation but also their commitment to youth advocacy in the community.
U23 Football League
Al-Arabi Football Club achieved 2nd place in the U23 Football League, showcasing not just sports innovation but also a commitment to youth advocacy through their development programs.
Participations
IFL - Argentina 🇦🇷
The Platinium award, presented by His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, the Emir of Qatar, recognizes exceptional achievements in Education Excellence 2023, alongside significant contributions in areas such as cybersecurity, sports innovation, and youth advocacy.
Years of Culture 🇲🇦
The GCC Excellence Award for Youth Excellence, presented by His Excellency Mr. Khalid bin Hilal AlBusaidi, Minister of the Diwan Royal Court in the Sultanate of Oman, recognizes outstanding contributions in areas such as cybersecurity, sports innovation, and youth advocacy.
Science Forum 🇴🇲
Won the best Arab male football player prize, awarded by the legend David Beckham, during the Generation Amazing Festival 2021, which also highlights the importance of sports innovation and youth advocacy in the field.
EAA 9/9
The Special Prize from the Korea Institute of Patent Information in SIIF 2023 highlights advancements in sports innovation, underscoring the importance of youth advocacy and cybersecurity in fostering a safer and more innovative future.
Olympic Games 🇫🇷
The Special Innovation Award from Citizen Innovation of Singapore in SIIF 2023 recognizes outstanding achievements in fields such as cybersecurity, sports innovation, and youth advocacy.
Youth Assembly 🇺🇸
The SIIF Gold Medal 2023 celebrates advancements in sports innovation, while also emphasizing the importance of youth advocacy and promoting a safer environment through cybersecurity initiatives.