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The next evolution of cinema won’t just be watched; it will watch us. As AI, sensors, and emotional data enter storytelling, films can now react to our expressions, attention, and feelings in real time. This session explores how directors become designers of living stories that adapt to each viewer, blurring the line between creator, audience, and machine consciousness.
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- Creator Economy Fireside 9 December 12:50 - 1:05PM
What Happens When Creators Become Policymakers?
In 2024, YouTuber Fidias Panayiotou and Spanish influencer Alvise Pérez were elected to the European Parliament, marking a conversion of digital virality into political authority. Their rise, fueled by massive online followings and anti-establishment narratives, reflects a growing appetite among younger voters for alternative forms of representation. How will this new wave of leadership reshape democratic institutions, accountability, and public trust?
Central Stage - Creator Economy Workshop 9 December 11:30AM - 12:00PM
Micro-Learning in a TikTok World
As digital habits shift and attention spans shrink, microlearning, delivering content in short, focused bursts, has emerged as a powerful tool in modern education. A 2025 survey by the Higher Education Policy Institute found that 82% of UK undergraduates, including media students, reported greater engagement and retention with microlearning modules. 67% said the format better suited their digital-first habits. How can educators harness this approach to deliver instruction that remains both meaningful and academically rigorous?
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Canva Meetup
Connect with Canva in an exclusive meetup designed for content creators, SMB owners, and marketers to exchange ideas, ask questions, and explore practical approaches to creating and collaborating more effectively.
Impact Stage - Gaming Panel 8 December 4:40 - 5:10PM
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