An Era of Reinvention for On-Demand

AI and New Technologies: Redefining the Future of Media

The Art of Conversation

In a world defined by noise, speed, and polarization, meaningful dialogue has never been more essential—or more rare. This session brings together leading voices from media, culture, and public life to reflect on the craft of conversation: how empathy, curiosity, and listening can rebuild understanding in an age of constant broadcast. Through their experiences, they explore how dialogue can bridge divides, shape narratives, and remind us of our shared humanity.

The Invisible Rules of the Internet

Social media platforms shape public discourse through curation and moderation. During COVID-19, content moderation, inclusive of removals and downranking, raised concerns about silencing marginalized voices. A 2020 Anti-Defamation League survey found that 36% of U.S. adults faced online harassment, with 20% of those cases linked to political views, underscoring the difficulty of managing polarizing content. As algorithms dictate what’s seen or suppressed, how can we build digital spaces that protect expression and integrity?

e.l.f. 1: Formula for the Fearless

Join Kory Marchisotto for a fast-paced journey behind e.l.f. Beauty’s billion-dollar rise and unstoppable momentum. Fearless meets heartful at full speed. Discover how e.l.f.’s thoughtful, culture-driven approach — where bold disruption meets kind-hearted purpose — has powered 27 consecutive quarters of growth, fueled deep community connection, and proven that purpose-led, results-driven courage is the ultimate formula for building brands that move at the speed of culture.

The Next Billion Viewers Won’t Watch Stories. They Will Live in Them.

Namit Malhotra will discuss the seismic shift redefining global entertainment: the move from standalone content to engineered, multi-platform story-worlds. He will examine the creative-tech innovations enabling this transformation, why Eastern narratives like the Ramayana are poised for global dominance, and how the Middle East is emerging as a strategic hub for next-gen world-building.

Own Your Audience and Rewrite the Rules

Grammy-winning artist Wyclef Jean and creator-economy pioneer Jaeson Ma break down how artists can finally take control in a system that hasn’t kept up. They’ll talk frankly about the broken economics of streaming, why the future belongs to those who own their fan relationships, and the tools that put creators back in charge of monetization and community.