Big Data & AI World World Day 1 Highlights
Megatrends in Innovation and AI: What Does the Future Hold for the Innovators and Creators of Tomorrow?
Andrew Staines, Assistant General - WIPO
This session explored global innovation trends, the impact of AI on creativity, and how intellectual property drives human progress. Attendees learned how disruptive changes are reshaping business models and creative expression, and discussed strategies to ensure intellectual property continues to foster innovation for future generations.
The Future of Sustainable Storage in the AI Era
B.S. Teh, Executive Vice President and Chief Commerical Officer - Seagate
This session explored the impact of AI and data on the future digital landscape, focusing on GenAI's role in data creation. Attendees learned about strategic data centre capacity planning, sustainable storage solutions, and innovative technologies shaping a more efficient and sustainable digital future.
Containers: The Backbone of GenAI Application Development
Justin Cormack, Chief Technology Officer - Docker
This session explored how containerisation became the standard for deploying GenAI, offering scalability, flexibility, and efficiency. Attendees learned how Docker drives innovation in GenAI application development and deployment while addressing privacy and security concerns in the increasingly complex GenAI stack.
Putting AI to Work
Piers Linney - Implement AI
Sasha Qadri - Journalist
This fireside chat with Piers Linney, Co-Founder of Implement AI, explored practical AI use cases for organisations. Attendees learned how to leverage AI to drive revenue, optimise costs, enhance human resources, and harness data effectively, gaining actionable strategies to thrive in the AI-driven era.
From Data Lakehouse to AI/ML Initiatives
Ime Akpan, Head of Data Engineering - Vanguard
Romain Boluda, Machine Learning Engineer - Vanguard (CDAO Europe)
This session explored how a Data Lakehouse unified the strengths of data lakes and warehouses to support advanced analytics and reporting. Attendees learned about key architecture components, governance best practices, and real-world use cases to confidently scale AI/ML projects and address modern data challenges.
The Evolving Landscape of Large Language Models: Opportunities and Challenges
Manuel Herranz, CEO - Pangeanic
This session offered a balanced look at large language models like ChatGPT, Claude, and DeepSeek, examining their technical advancements, economic impact, and societal implications. Attendees explored differences in model development, ethical considerations, and how responsible innovation and collaboration can support the equitable evolution of AI technologies.
Beyond Bans: Can Families Can Navigate the Digital World Together?
Mike Bennett, CEO - Sway
Daniela Fernandez, CSO - Sway
Catherine Knibbs, Human Behaviour Technologist & Ethicist - Sway
This session explored how AI was used to promote media literacy and protect young people from the harms of social media. Attendees examined the impact of harmful content and misinformation, and learned how shifting from exploitative engagement models could foster healthier digital experiences and vital life skills.
The AI Revolution: Lessons for building smarter, safer and more valuable enterprises
Gary Sanders, Data Exploitation Director - Compare the Market
This session featured Compare the Market sharing insights from their AI transformation journey. Attendees gained practical lessons and strategies for building a smarter, data-driven enterprise, learning what it truly took to integrate AI across business functions and drive meaningful impact.
The Data Transformation Journey within the Circular Economy
Nina Tatsiy, Regional CIO - Brambles
This session showcased Brambles’ journey in transforming circular logistics through technology. Attendees learned how Digital Twin technology, powered by smart assets and AI, was used to optimise returnable asset use, track undeclared flows, and enhance overall supply chain efficiency.
AI - Terminator or Liberator? Humanity's Role in our Future
Peter Mousaferiadis, CEO - Cultural Infusion
Debbie Forster, Founder and CEO - Tech Talent Charter
Gold Darr, Founder and Chair - Chair of Darre Portfolio Ventures
Alvine Tremoulent, Internal and External Engagement Health Equity - Pfizer
Kasia Hayward, Head of Culture, Innovation and Engagement - Diversity Atlas
This panel, moderated by Peter Mousaferiadis, explored AI’s societal impact—balancing its potential to drive innovation and equity with ethical risks. Experts discussed responsible development, cultural influence on AI, and the evolving human-machine relationship, challenging both dystopian fears and utopian visions to imagine a balanced, human-centred future.
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