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Interviewer: Reuters U.S. Finance Editor Lananh Nguyen
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Interviewer: Reuters Econ World Podcast Host Carmel Crimmins
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The landscape for global investment is evolving rapidly. How can companies build robust global portfolios while diversifying and expanding into new markets ripe for investment? Our panelists explore the business landscapes for high-growth technologies, such as batteries and semiconductors, worldwide. With an eye on Japan and other key growth regions, we debate high-potential investments and strategies for managing risk whilst expanding business operations globally.
• JETRO Chairman and CEO Norihiko Ishiguro
• Lam Research Senior Vice President of Corporate Strategy Audrey Charles
• QuantumScape Chief Executive Officer Siva Sivaram
• JETRO Director-General at the Innovation Department Takeo Nakajima
Moderator: Event Moderator Del Irani
This panel is held in partnership with JETRO.
Interviewer: Reuters Financial Industry & Financial Markets Editor Paritosh Bansal
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Interviewer: Reuters Global Industry Editor Vanessa O’Connell
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As industries evolve, data has become the key driver for innovation. The challenge now lies in making data ready for AI. How is intelligent data infrastructure empowering organizations to unleash the full potential of AI, and navigate the transition from generative AI to agentic AI? From seamless hybrid cloud integration to scaling AI workloads across industries like healthcare and finance, we discuss how enterprises can ensure their data is secure, governed, and AI-ready—transforming business outcomes in the era of intelligence.
• NetApp SVP & General Manager Krish Vitaldevara
Interviewer: Event Moderator Richelle Carey
This interview is held in partnership with NetApp.
The jury's still out on open-source versus closed-source AI. To understand which will win out, we explore the advantages and challenges of both paradigms, from the collaborative innovation and transparency of open-source AI to the proprietary advantages and security of closed-source systems. We’ll discuss the impact of these competing models on industry and innovation, considering whether one will ultimately prevail or if a balance will be struck.
• IBM VP Research AI Sriram Raghavan
• Partnership on AI Chief Executive Officer Rebecca Finlay
• GE Healthcare Chief Science & Technology Officer Dr. Taha Kass-Hout
Interviewer: Event Moderator Richelle Carey
This panel is held in partnership with IBM.
What role can companies play in accelerating commercial climate tech deployment amid an unprecedented surge in development? From incubation to end use, we explore the importance of ensuring affordability and reliability while scaling up the climate tech suite and identify opportunities to quicken the pace.
• Chevron VP Innovation & President Technology Ventures Jim Gable
Interviewer: Event Moderator Shakuntala Santhiran
This interview is held in partnership with Chevron.
Interviewer: Reuters Editor-in-Chief Alessandra Galloni
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Interviewer: Reuters Editor-in-Chief Alessandra Galloni
This interview by a Reuters journalist is under the Reuters Trust Principles.
The media have a crucial role to play in the AI revolution: using new technologies, holding their creators to account, informing the public about this next wave of digital transformation, and maintaining trust and ethical standards. Join us as we address the roles and responsibilities of journalism in the age of AI.
• Business Insider CEO Barbara Peng
• Charter CEO & Co-Founder Kevin Delaney
• The Atlantic CEO Nicholas Thompson
Moderator: Reuters Head of AI Strategy Jane Barrett
As the “year of elections” draws to a close, we assess the likely trajectory of regulation of artificial intelligence under changed leadership around the world. What are the potential regulatory adjustments and challenges that await businesses under the new Trump Administration, and how do these compare to international peers and competitors? We explore the implications of new policies on innovation, amid a push for ethical use of the technology, uncovering the path ahead for AI development in the U.S. and globally.
• US AI Safety Institute Director Elizabeth Kelly
• United Nations International Computing Centre Director Sameer Chauhan
Moderator: Reuters Global Industry Editor, Technology, Kenneth Li
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In the Generative Software Cycle — where AI combined with low-code empowers IT leaders to turn big ideas into software in minutes with simple prompts — traditional code will become a dead language and legacy tech will become a business problem. We discuss how GenAI is a multiplying factor to low-code, taking it to unseen levels of speed and redefining the economics of IT.
OutSystems Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder Paulo Rosado
Interviewer: Event Moderator Richelle Carey
The interview is held in partnership with OutSystems.
Artificial intelligence is transforming the business landscape at an unprecedented rate. We spotlight industries leading the AI revolution, and where the technology is likely to make its next significant impact. We look at models emerging from AI advancements, and address the strategies driving successful monetization, profitability, and AI as a core driver of business value.
• Colgate-Palmolive Chief Analytics & Insights Officer Diana Schildhouse
• Thomson Reuters Chief Product Officer David Wong
• Criteo Chief Product Officer Todd Parsons
Moderator: Event Moderator Richelle Carey
This panel is held in partnership with Criteo.
Interviewer: Reuters Breakingviews Global Corporate Finance Editor Jeffrey Goldfarb
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Heightened geopolitical tensions, new governments, rapid technological innovations, shifting demographics and challenges to growth – how will 2024’s trends play into the coming year? Our expert panellists look at the risks and opportunities to make some predictions about the 2025 investment climate, including expectations for interest rates, economic growth, inflation, and potential investment hotspots.
• Russell Investments President & Chief Investment Officer Kate El-Hillow
• U.S. Bank Chief Investment Officer Eric Freedman
Moderator: Reuters U.S. Financial Markets Editor-in-Charge Ira Iosebashvili
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Interviewer: Reuters U.S. Finance Editor Lananh Nguyen
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A conversation with Blackstone Head of North America Private Equity and Global Co-Head of Technology Investing Martin Brand
Interviewer: Reuters Technology, Media and Telecom M&A Correspondent Milana Vinn
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The global fintech industry faces an uncertain future after funding squeezes over the past two years brought lofty pre- pandemic era ambitions and valuations down to earth. But there is hope that a shift to a lower interest rate world will spur some fresh cash flow, while artificial intelligence brings the promise of new cost efficiencies. We explore how fintech businesses are adapting to the new normal and paving a pathway to productivity.
• DailyPay Chief Executive Officer Stacy Greiner
• Northwestern Mutual Chief Digital and Information Officer Christian Mitchell
• Prudential Chief Digital Officer Niki Kouri-Maglaras
Moderator: Milken Institute Director Fintech Nicole Valentine
The panel is held in partnership with DailyPay.
Interviewer: Reuters Econ World Podcast Host Carmel Crimmins
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Interviewer: Reuters Editor-in-Chief Alessandra Galloni
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As climate-related risks grow, businesses must enhance their climate resilience. This involves understanding the financial implications of transitioning to sustainable energy sources and implementing strategies to mitigate potential climate impact. How can businesses ensure resilience and prepare for a sustainable future? What financial strategies are essential for this transition? We explore the critical steps businesses must take to secure resilience in period of uncertainty and innovation.
• Maersk President, North America and Member of the Executive Leadership Team Charles van der Steene
• FM Chief Science Officer Louis Gritzo
Moderator: Milken Institute Senior Director, Innovative Finance Caitlin MacLean
The panel is held in partnership with FM.
Nature loss severely impacts the environment, economy, and human health. The WEF’s Global Risks Report highlights how the climate crisis worsens issues like ecosystem collapse and resource scarcity. Recognizing the links between nature and longevity, we explore the need to drive positive change through interconnectedness, investment, insurance, and innovation. How can we prioritize natural capital, and in what ways can investments in nature be seen as investments in people? We discuss why understanding this connection is crucial for future progress.
• Manulife Investment Management Chief Sustainability Officer Brian Kernohan
Interviewer: Event Moderator Richelle Carey
This panel is held in partnership with Manulife Wealth & Asset Management.
Climate change is posing critical and irreversible risks for global healthcare. As global temperatures rise and ecosystems are disrupted, the potential for diseases and other health risks to emerge in new areas pose a significant threat. We look at the need for proactive measures to protect global health in the face of climate change and the role of innovation and adaptation in creating resilient healthcare systems.
• Pfizer Chief Sustainability Officer & Head of Pfizer Foundation Caroline Roan
• Amazon Pharmacy Chief Medical Officer Vin Gupta
Moderator: Reuters Global Editor, Health & Pharma, Michele Gershberg
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Society faces a historic challenge, with no clear solution: lower the carbon intensity of a complex energy system in a growing world. Explore how one of the world’s leading integrated energy companies is approaching this critical issue by prioritizing capability, cost, and collaboration through commitment to drive significant scalable, solutions
• Chevron New Energies President Jeff Gustavson
Interviewer: Event Moderator Richelle Carey
This interview is held in partnership with Chevron.
Interviewer: Reuters Breakingviews Global Editor Peter Thal Larsen
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Interviewer: Reuters News Editor, U.S. and Canada, Kieran Murray
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The pandemic prompted dramatic and lasting changes to the way consumers spend money – and what they spend it on. E-commerce soared, with homebound consumers engaging in record levels of digital window shopping. At the same time, the potential of AI to attract and engage customer bases exploded. Consumers are also often contradictory – they want both meaningful interactions and speed. As the global economy picks up, but the cost of living remains a critical issue for many, we look at how the landscape has changed permanently for retailers around the world, and what they are doing to adapt.
• Decathlon Chief Executive Officer Barbara Martin Coppola
• Divert Chief Executive Officer Ryan Begin
Moderator: Reuters Global Industry Editor Vanessa O’Connell
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Moderator: Reuters Financial Industry & Financial Markets Editor Paritosh Bansal
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It’s been two years since the launch of ChatGPT gave a seismic jolt to the world’s perception, understanding and use of artificial intelligence. Technology advances were predicted to rapidly transform fields from healthcare to education, but where and how is AI really making a difference? We cut through the hype to take a closer look at the impact of the AI tools that have been launched to date – and the return on investment.
• Insight Partners Managing Director George Mathew
• Builder.ai CEO Sachin Dev Duggal
• Caltech Bren Professor of Computing Anima Anandkumar
• Meta VP Policy & Deputy Chief Privacy Officer Rob Sherman
Moderator: Reuters Technology Correspondent Jeffrey Dastin
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AI is everywhere, with AI models, agents, and networks evolving at a blistering pace. Business and technology leaders are struggling to find and invest in AI that creates tangible value – AI that truly helps businesses operate efficiently and ethically, unlock growth and sustainability, and make more profitable decisions. We explore why real-time, trustworthy, community-generated economic trade and marketplace data matters so much right now, and why it may be the key to success for the next generation of AI to fuel fairer and safer global trade.
Coupa Chief Executive Officer Leagh Turner
Moderator: Broadcast journalist Richelle Carey
The interview is held in partnership with Coupa.
Interviewer: Reuters U.S. Finance Editor Lananh Nguyen
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In today's fast-paced world, consumer banking is transforming to better meet the needs of its customers. Amid rapid technology advances and increasing competition, banks are reimagining their services to offer more personalized and accessible experiences. Join us to explore how consumer banks are navigating regulatory changes, while juggling greater competition and a push for more digital security. We look at industry innovation to provide seamless, customer-focused solutions that enhance everyday banking experiences.
• US Bank Head of inclusive Growth Strategy for U.S Akita Somani
• Bank of America Head of Consumer Investments and Employee Banking & Investments Matt Gellene
• Barclays US Consumer Bank CEO Denny Nealon
Moderator: Reuters U.S. Banking Correspondent Nupur Anand
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Interviewer: Reuters Critical Minerals Correspondent Ernest Scheyder
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Join our expert correspondents as they discuss the impact of elections around the world this year that are altering the global investment landscape.
• Reuters Financial Industry & Markets Editor, US, Canada & Latam, Megan Davies
• Reuters Americas Economics & Markets Editor Dan Burns
• Reuters Econ World Podcast Host Carmel Crimmins
Moderator: Reuters Breakingviews Global Editor Peter Thal Larsen
Interviewer: Reuters Corporate Governance Correspondent Isla Binnie
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Stricter regulation, elevated interest rates and surging inflation have posed significant challenges to corporate dealmaking over the past couple of years. North America, the world’s largest M&A market, has been particularly buffeted by the headwinds. With the U.S. Federal Reserve beginning to reduce rates, we take the temperature of global deals post the return of President Donald Trump to the White House: are there grounds for optimism for 2025?
• Morgan Stanley Global head of M&A Thomas Miles
• Mizuho Head of Corporate and Investment Banking Michal Katz
• Paul Weiss Senior M&A Partner Jim Langston
Moderator: Reuters Financial Industry & Markets Editor, U.S., Canada & Latam, Megan Davies
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Interviewer: Reuters Editor, Financial Industry & Markets, U.S., Canada & Latam, Megan Davies
This interview by a Reuters journalist is under the Reuters Trust Principles.
New technologies routinely attract a wave of investors hoping to strike it rich, inevitably creating an investment rush. Artificial intelligence is the latest in a long trend, with AI startups proliferating over the past two years: is this bullish pace sustainable, or are we on the precipice of a market correction? With still-high interest rates and regulatory scrutiny, we explore whether valuations reflect genuine potential or an unsustainable bubble.
• Meta VP Policy & Deputy Chief Privacy Officer Rob Sherman
• Index Ventures, Partner, Nina Achadjian
• Hebbia AI Founder George Sivulka
• Salesforce Ventures Managing Partner Paul Drews
Moderator: Reuters Technology Correspondent Krystal Hu
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