Dan Murphy is a CNBC’s anchor and correspondent based in the United Arab Emirates, reporting on business, markets, economics and geopolitics from across the Middle East region. Dan is a sought after panel moderator and has hosted more than 80 panels in recent years across a 

range of topics - including finance and markets, banking, energy and climate, technology, policy, geopolitics, diversity and inclusion, and women in leadership in the Arab world. As the anchor of CNBC’s “Capital Connection” - Dan has presented live programs during major events 

impacting the Middle East, and has deep experience in interviewing senior business figures and government leaders from around the region. Dan’s panel session with His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman of Saudi Arabia and His Excellency Suhail al Mazrouei of the United Arab Emirates at the World Utilities Congress in Abu Dhabi had a significant impact in the global oil press and market pricing. At the recent Dubai Fintech Summit, Dan’s opening fireside conversation with Franklin Templeton President and CEO, Jenny Johnson, was conducted in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Deputy Ruler of Dubai. His panel with Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse and on-stage conversation with the UAE Economy Minister were also widely attended and covered by local and international press. At the United Nations COP27 climate conference in Egypt, Dan chaired a climate and food systems panel for the World Economic Forum. Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, he chaired a high level debate for the International Monetary Fund with regional director Jihad Azour. Dan’s on-stage conversation with Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao at the Milken Institute Summit, and his panel with economist Nouriel Roubini at Abu Dhabi Fintech Week in the days following the collapse of FTX also had significant global press impact. The panel was televised simultaneously on CNBC due to its importance for market investors. Dan’s strong knowledge across a wide range of sectors and industries, fair line of questioning, and commitment to preparation for panelists and guests make him a dynamic and engaging debate, panel and fireside moderator.