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When the Messenger Becomes the Movement
Creators are no longer just entertainers, they’re powerful drivers of public opinion and social change. UNESCO notes their growing role in shaping global information flows, while Pew reports that one in five Americans, and over a third of young adults, regularly turn to creators for news. As their reach expands, what are pathways to ensuring such influence remains ethical, accurate, and inclusive?
Impact Stage - Technology Panel 8 December 2:30 - 3:00PM
Intellectual Property at the Edge of Innovation
AI, blockchain, and immersive digital worlds are testing intellectual property rights. As industries rethink ownership, rights, and value, this session examines how to protect creativity and ownership while enabling the breakthroughs that will define the next decade of innovation.
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- Marketing Panel 9 December 1:05 - 1:25PM
Talent, Equity & Interactive Media
As media becomes more interactive and data-driven, the definition of “talent” is expanding beyond traditional entertainment. From creators to AI personalities, investors and agencies are rethinking how equity, ownership, and participation are shared across digital ecosystems. This session brings together voices from talent representation, technology, and capital to explore how new tools, from analytics to immersive platforms, are transforming how talent is discovered, valued, and monetized in the next generation of interactive media.
Central Stage - Music Workshop 9 December 12:30 - 2:30AM
How We Design Music That Moves the World 2\2
Day 2 — Music as Brand Identity Day 2 focuses on how music creates emotional brand identities worldwide. Includes analysis of campaigns like Google and Audi and reimagining iconic songs. Concludes with an open discussion and practical tips for creatives in marketing and music.
Workshop Room 3 - Gaming Fireside 10 December 9:30 - 9:45AM
Creating a Sport That Goes Viral
World Cup and Champions League winner Gerard Piqué has redefined what it means to play, watch, and experience sport. As the mind behind the Kings League, he merged competition, entertainment, and creator culture to captivate millions worldwide. In this conversation, Piqué unpacks how digital communities, storytelling, and innovation can turn a game into a movement, and why the future of entertainment may belong as much to creators as to athletes.
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- Media Workshop 8 December 11:20AM - 12:00PM
Empowering Youth: Unlocking Opportunities through "Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation" Programs/ year of community
An engaging workshop exploring how the Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation and IMI empower youth through education, mentorship, and skill development. Participants will discover real success stories, engage in collaborative activities to identify gaps and opportunities in media and communication, and leave with tangible steps to join AGF and IMI initiatives driving the Year of Community. Trainer: Mona Ghandar & Rami Al Majzoub, Al Ghurair Foundation & IMI
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