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Join the #movement and discover the epicenter of innovation where diverse #cultures converge, #trade flourishes, and the #world connects at #FIIPRIORITY #Miami 2024. bit.ly/FIIP2_Miami
For every liter of safe water produced, about 1.5 liters of liquid polluted with chlorine and copper are created. New technologies such as reverse osmosis are decarbonizing desalination and now account for 80% of global adoption!
As #waterscarcity continues to plague many communities, reverse osmosis desalination will play an increasingly important role in providing a #sustainable, reliable, and clean water supply for generations to come. Learn more about this groundbreaking tech in our latest Impact Report: bit.ly/FII_DSL
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Journey through the echoes of progress, from the frontiers of #AI and #space exploration to igniting #youth empowerment, championing #social justice, promoting sustainable #investments, and leading the charge in #electricvehicles.
Relive the full panels on our channel: youtube.com/@FII_INSTITUTE/playlists
Set your sights on the second edition of #FIIPRIORITY from February 22-23, 2024, as we spotlight disruptive technologies and connect ideas to #investments under the theme 'On the Edge of a New Frontier.’ bit.ly/FIIP2_Miami
Discover her unwavering dedication to reshaping the tourism landscape to benefit local communities and drive emerging economies by ensuring that tourism income remains within a country's borders.
Be inspired by the potential of regenerative tourism in the video below, and be part of the movement by joining us in FII PRIORITY Miami in February.
Uncover the top priority of Simeon Campos, Co-Founder of SaferAI, as he explores the critical regulatory landscape surrounding AI catastrophic risks, and sheds light on the intriguing megatrend of narrow AI and its boundless potential for the future.
Delve into the impact of these emerging megatrends on the populations of these dynamic countries in the compelling video below.
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By leveraging these forces, the private sector takes center stage in driving solutions that impact humanity.
At FII Institute, we mirror this dedication to connection by harnessing our ability to convene and unite global thought leaders at platforms like FII PRIORITY Hong Kong, sparking transformative conversations and shaping the narrative for the future.
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With over 1000 visionaries from diverse sectors shaping the conversation around 'Megatrends Shaping Humanity,' the summit was a hotbed of insights and growth opportunities. Get inspired by watching the video below to delve into the wealth of expertise and relationships waiting to be unearthed.
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At FII PRIORITY Hong Kong, the spotlight was on the intersection of technology and sustainability, sparking insightful discussions about the future.
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Check out his thought-provoking insights below as he sheds light on the theme of social responsibility that sparked impactful discussions amongst summit speakers during the two-day summit.
He joined us on stage at FII PRIORITY Hong Kong to share insights into how AI and cutting-edge technologies are revolutionizing the transportation landscape.
Uncover how space exploration can unlock groundbreaking solutions for Earth, with a spotlight on the energy sector, and revisit the remarkable ways space innovations are already transforming life on Earth!
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She joined us at FII PRIORITY Hong Kong where we explored these and other “Megatrends Shaping Humanity.”
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Dive into the compelling video below to hear from the Former UK Higher Education, Science & Innovation Minister, Board Director of Goldman Sachs Int., and Founder and CEO of SGA, as he shares his insights against the vibrant backdrop of Hong Kong at the critical conversations hosted at hashtag#FIIPRIORITY this month!
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Rewatch the livestream and the full panels on #YouTube. youtube.com/@FII_INSTITUTE/playlists
The 2-day summit began with a bang with the FII Institute and Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) leadership striking the traditional gong to open the market - setting the tone for critical conversations from world-leading experts on #finance, #AI, #tech, #culture, #sustainability, and #health.
See how the truly impactful summit sprouted #data-driven insights on the Megatrends Shaping the future of humanity!
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Explore more highlights from today as we continue to dive into the 'Megatrends Shaping Humanity.' Watch the livestream on our YouTube channel.
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Speaker:
Rakan Tarabzoni, COO, FII Institute
As virtual worlds, AI and digital engagement advance, Asia is positioned to reshape the global cultural zeitgeist. PwC projects China's entertainment market will hit $241 billion by 2027, even as esports and gaming from the region influence worldwide engagement. Can innovative forms of digital entertainment and pioneering experiences set the pace for the future of global culture?
Moderator:
Eithne Treanor, Managing Director, E. Treanor Media
Speakers:
-H.R.H. Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Sultan Al Saud, Chairman, Saudi Esports Federation
-Jerry Gamez, CEO, SANI Group
-Yue Sai Kan, President, Yue-Sai Kan One World Foundation; Co-Chair, China Institute
-Ellana Lee, Senior Vice President and Managing Editor for APAC, Global Head of Features Content, CNN International
Emerging technologies promise solutions to humanity’s pressing problems — yet bring untold disruption. The 2023 FII PRIOIRTy Compass has revealed that 45% of respondents are concerned about the potential threats posed by advanced technologies, particularly the impact of technological progress on their personal safety. With scientific advancement rewriting civilization’s genetic code, what principles should guide policymakers seeking to fuse technological solutions with human equity?
Moderator:
Rishaad Salamat, Anchor, Bloomberg
Speakers:
-H.E. Kjell Magne Bondevik, Former Prime Minister of Norway, Founder & Chair of Oslo Centre for Peace
-H.E. Sam Gyimah, Former UK Higher Education, Science & Innovation Minister & Board Director, Goldman Sachs Int.: Founder & CEO, SGA
-Victor L.L. Chu, Chairman, First Easter Investment Group
Luxury brands face identity questions as new generations increasingly demand engagement transcending cultural boundaries and traditional notions of status. A 2023 Bain & Company report on luxury trends emphasized the need for luxury brands to engage with cultural fluidity — with Generation Z and millennial consumers constituting 18% and 47%, respectively, of the global personal luxury goods market. How must perceptions of elevated living adapt to the democratized experiences and fluid values of the emerging cosmopolitan consumer?
Moderator:
Emily Tan, Senior Correspondent, CNBC
Speaker:
-Juliana Lam, Founder & CEO, INNOTIER
-Faisal Sultan, Vice-President & Managing Director, Lucid Motors Middle East
Innovations transforming biomedicine and unlocking new therapeutics hold revolutionary potential for disease treatment, life extension and enhancing healthspan. EvaluatePharma predicts that global spending on pharmaceutical R&D will increase from USD $262 billion in 2023 to USD $302 billion in 2028, underscoring global imperatives. How are interconnectivity and AI accelerating the emergence of developments like more embedded and personalized medicine — and how can those trends ensure more equitable access worldwide?
Moderator:
Edie Lush, Journalist & Executive Producer & Co-host, Global Goals Cast
Speakers:
-Irene Hong, Founding Partner, CEC Capital Group
-Dr. Liping Liu, Founder & CEO, HighTide Therapeutics, Inc.
-Ivanna Putri Data Salehudin, Founder & Chief Executive, Samoedra Pty Ltd.
After pandemic-fueled growth, medical technology faces an inflection point requiring business model innovation to recapture pre-2007 trajectory. Ernst & Young analysis shows growth for top MedTech firms stayed flat at 0.4% in early 2023 compared to 2022, indicating the 2021 surge was an outlier. How can emerging solutions from AI-enabled diagnostics to personalized medicine help transform models to better serve global aging populations and restart robust industry growth?
Moderators:
Edie Lush, Journalist & Executive Producer & Co-Host of Global Goals Cast
Speakers:
-Prof. Adah Almutairi, Professor & Co-Director, The Center of Excellence in Nano-Medicine & Engineering, University of California San Diego
-Dr. Frank A. Cordasco, MD, MS, Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery
Life-extending innovations currently concentrate in certain advanced economies, but realizing humanity’s longevity potential requires democratizing access to emerging therapeutics globally. OECD data from 2021 revealed that high-income countries, on average, invested over 2% of their GDP in research and development, while many low-income countries invested less than 0.5%, impacting their ability to contribute to life-extending innovations. How can collaborative efforts across borders balance equitable investment, regulation, IP sharing and capacity building to ensure breakthroughs benefit all — instead of widening health divides?
Moderator:
Edie Lush, Journalist & Executive Producer & Co-host of Global Goals Cast
Speakers:
-Joshua Fink, Founder, Luma Group
-Nisa Leung, Managing Partner, Qiming Venture Partners
Startup hubs proliferate across Asia in a continental boom. According to Crunchbase, $22.3 billion was invested in Asian startups in Q3 2023, with growth stages seeing gains even as early rounds declined. Amid evolving funding patterns, how can Asian ecosystems retain local vibrancy while building connections between each other to fuel a continent-wide accelerating growth?
Moderator:
Zuraidah Ibrahim, Executive Managing Editor, South China Morning Post
Speakers:
-William Bao Bean, Co-Founder & Managing Director, Orbit Startups
-Paul Loo, COO, Lalamove
-Simon Loong, Founder & Group CEO, WeLab
-Courtney Powell, COO & Managing Partner, 500 Global
-Yinglan Tan, Founding Managing Partner, Insignia Ventures Partners
As AI increasingly enhances blockchain networks, challenges surrounding scalability, regulation and security persist. The blockchain AI market is projected to rise from $0.48 billion in 2023 to $1.18 billion in 2027, achieving a compound annual growth rate of 25.2%, according to The Blockchain AI Global Market Report 2023. How can investment platforms, software companies and other corporations fuse the powerful algorithms and data analysis of AI and the efficiency of blockchain transactions to propel their businesses to the next level?
Moderator:
Kelsey Cheng, Company News Chief, Caixin Global
Speakers
-Yi Bao, Chairman, Cedarlake Capital
-Raymond Yuan, CEO & Chairman, CTH Group
Mapping the frontiers of civilization, from the farthest reaches of outer space to the innermost landscapes of human consciousness, will require business leaders, policymakers, and the world’s largest investors to think critically about shaping the trajectory of humanity’s tech-fueled future. IDC states that global data capacity is forecast to increase from 6.7 zettabytes in 2020 to 16 zettabytes by 2025. As virtual dimensions open new possibilities for innovation, what strategies will inform the next generation of leadership?
Moderator:
Eithne Treanor, Managing Director, E. Treanor Media
Speakers:
-Swati Chaturvedi, CEO, Propel(x)
-Anla Cheng, Founder & Chair, the China Project
-Francois Chopard, CEO & Founder, Starburst Aerospace
-Blake Scholl, Founder & CEO, Boom Supersonic
An expanding talent pool, disruptions in Hollywood, and competitive production costs — coupled with Asia's cultural landscape becoming increasingly appealing to global audiences — now fuel the continent’s entertainment industry. According to PwC, China is the world’s second largest entertainment and media market with the sector’s revenue forecasted to grow from $226 billion in 2022 to $305 billion in 2027. How is the infusion of additional capital changing the entertainment industry in Asia, and what makes the creative sector in this region of the world unique and attractive to global audiences?
Speakers:
-Robert Simonds, Chairman, STX Entertainment
-John Zhao, Chairman, Hony Capital
The world's most dominant industry leaders and investors have an unmatched view on seismic shifts in technology, policy, and culture. Which megatrends do these modern titans foresee as holding the greatest disruptive potential – and how will they steer the world to harness those forces into positive change?
Moderator:
Richard Attias, CEO, FII Institute
Speaker:
Sir Martin Sorrell
Executive, Chairman, S4 Capital Group


