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- Media Fireside 9 December 10:00 - 10:20AM
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Encrypted apps like Signal and WhatsApp have become lifelines for journalists and citizen reporters in conflict zones, enabling secure, real-time reporting. But as nearly 75% of people now consume news via smartphones, and citizen journalism grows on platforms like X, the line between credible reporting and unverified content blurs. How can we better equip those on the frontlines to uphold truth in a decentralized, high-risk media environment?
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- Technology Presentation 9 December 11:50AM - 12:05PM
Yang Lan: The Future of Art Is Felt, Not Just Seen
Technology is transforming art from something we observe into something we experience. Through AI, immersive environments, and cross-disciplinary collaborations, a new generation of creators—especially in China—is redefining how emotion, culture, and innovation intersect. In this conversation, Yang Lan, Co-Founder and Chairperson of Sun Media Group, explores how technology is reshaping creative expression and audience connection, turning art into an emotional language that transcends medium, geography, and generation.
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Purpose Over Production: How Independent Media Wins Hearts
How do you build trust, loyalty, and influence without the machinery of a media empire? Faisal and Munairah share the story of Sard, an experiment turned movement built by a small team fueled by passion, creativity, and love for the craft. This session reveals how values and voice can outperform budgets and algorithms in shaping the Arab media narrative.
Impact Stage - Marketing Panel 10 December 12:55 - 1:15PM
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What does it take to make people care about gravity, microbes, or calculus? For David Goldenberg, Creative Director at MinuteEarth, and Creator Gohar Khan, the answer is storytelling that makes learning entertaining. This session explores rebranding the experience of education, stopping the scroll. Audience members learn the tips, tricks, and best practices for building and engaging audiences that still work in today's fast moving, fractured information environment.
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- Picture Fireside 10 December 1:35 - 1:50PM
Yango Play's Blueprint for Working with Talents
Yango Play is redefining the entertainment experience in the region, blending content, creators, and technology under one platform. In this session, Yango Play shares how brands, studios, and creators can collaborate effectively with the platform. From understanding Yango Play’s creative direction and content strategies to identifying what makes a perfect partnership, this talk offers a behind-the-scenes look at how to pitch, position, and succeed with one of the region’s most dynamic media ecosystems.
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