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- Technology Presentation 8 December 3:00 - 3:15PM
App in Ten: From Idea to Reality
How fast can creativity become code? In this live showcase, Nad Christie, Head of Design at Lovable, takes the audience inside a real-time app creation challenge. Joined by a celebrity guest, he’ll turn an idea shared on stage into a fully functional app in just ten minutes. A dynamic session where imagination meets design, and Lovable proves that innovation now moves at the speed of thought.
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- Media Workshop 10 December 3:10 - 3:50PM
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Unlock the secrets of compelling guest conversations, from the mic to the ears, and master the art of connecting, guiding, and leaving a lasting impact on your listeners. Trainer: Lubna Al Kholy, Sky News Arabia
IMI Academy - Picture Panel 8 December 1:15 - 1:45PM
Global Blockbusters, Local Roots
As audiences converge and tastes diversify, global hits depend on authenticity as much as scale. This conversation examines how actors and producers navigate casting, finance, and distribution across continents, and how to shape stories that honor cultural nuance while appealing to worldwide audiences.
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- Marketing Panel 9 December 10:15 - 10:45AM
How Athletes and Celebrities Drive Attention, Influence, and Investment
How athlete investors are reshaping the future of gaming, sports-tech, and fan experiences, and why athlete-owned media is the next power center.
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- Creator Economy Panel 9 December 11:15 - 11:35AM
The New Powerbrokers of Philanthropy
Public figures are reshaping philanthropy, blending entertainment with impact and challenging traditional giving models. MrBeast’s YouTube charity has raised millions, while TikTok fundraisers now rival institutional campaigns in reach and speed. As creators build direct pipelines to donors and causes, what standards, partnerships, or guardrails could help ensure transparency, effectiveness, and lasting impact? Could creator-led giving become a new blueprint for global generosity at scale?
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