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- Technology Presentation 10 December 10:20 - 10:50AM
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Academy Stage - Technology Panel 8 December 3:15 - 3:35PM
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Artificial intelligence may be built on logic, but it’s powered by human intention. This session brings together tech creators who decode AI not through data, but through empathy and storytelling, showing how the way we teach machines reflects the way we understand ourselves. From moral algorithms to creative collaboration, this conversation asks, can technology evolve without losing its humanity?
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- Creator Economy Panel 8 December 4:30 - 5:00PM
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The entertainment industry is being reshaped as digital creators evolve into founders of full-scale media enterprises. Jimmy Donaldson (MrBeast) generated $473 million through Beast Industries in 2024 alone, with that figure expected to nearly double in 2025 through ventures like YouTube, Amazon Prime's Beast Games, and consumer brands such as Feastables and MrBeast Lab. What does this mean for the future power structure of entertainment?
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- Marketing Panel 9 December 4:25 - 4:55PM
Why the Future of Media Is Experiential
As attention becomes fleeting and digital reach commoditized, the most forward-looking media companies are finding growth in what can’t be replicated on a screen, experience. By turning audiences into participants, events and real-world activations extend brand life, build trust, and diversify revenue beyond ads or clicks. This session explores why the future of media belongs to those who can transform storytelling into connection and influence into community.
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- Picture Speech 8 December 3:00 - 3:10PM
The Future of Streaming Monetization Models
As audiences fragment and attention becomes the ultimate currency, streaming platforms are rethinking how value is created and shared. This session explores the next phase of digital entertainment—from evolving subscription models and ad-supported hybrids to strategic partnerships between tech, media, and creators. What will define profitability in an era where engagement, not just viewership, drives growth?
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