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Forum Stage - Gaming Fireside 9 December 5:10 - 5:30PM
The Game That Plays You
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How Cartea Uses Content to Connect Brands, Empower Businesses, and Rebuild Consumer Trust
As a leading automotive lifestyle and service platform in the region, Cartea operates across three core pillars: Media, where high-quality and multilingual content helps consumers make confident car-buying and ownership decisions; Marketplace, where we connect OEMs, dealers, and car-lifestyle businesses to create a seamless path from exposure to conversion; and Technology, where AI and data enable precise marketing solutions and actionable insights for brands. Through three industry case studies, we will demonstrate how impactful storytelling not only shapes consumer perception but also delivers measurable business outcomes, showcasing how media can truly power business growth in the automotive ecosystem.
Impact Stage - Media Panel 9 December 10:20 - 10:40AM
Building Media’s New Talent Engine
Traditional journalism schools are struggling to keep pace as AI, global storytelling, and rapid news cycles transform the industry. A June 2025 Guardian analysis warns AI may eliminate up to 50% of entry-level journalism jobs. How can education evolve to deliver faster, deeper, and more relevant training for the next generation of media professionals?
Academy Stage - Media Panel 9 December 11:25 - 11:45AM
Turning Legacy into a Launchpad for Sports Innovation
Legacy, passion, and expertise are powerful currencies, but only if transformed into platforms that back and scale new ideas. The sports tech investment industry stands at an inflection point where heritage meets innovation. How can investors and founders convert legacy into leverage and turn passion into profitable, next-generation ventures?
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