Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
Emerging technologies like AI, quantum computing and synthetic biology are advancing faster than regulations can keep up. As these innovations reshape economies and societies, regulators face mounting pressure to keep pace, manage complex risks and enable innovation at the same time.
What strategies can help governments stay ahead of rapid change and make regulatory systems more agile, adaptive and forward-looking?
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
Food innovation is transforming how we grow and consume – but technology alone can’t overcome the barriers that shape food access and equity.
From drought-resistant crops and new ingredients to AI-driven farming, which innovations can break through political and economic divides to create a more just and resilient food future?
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
Neurotechnology holds immense promise – not just in treating neurological conditions but in enhancing well-being, cognitive liberty and self-determination. At the same time, it raises profound ethical and societal questions.
How do we ensure these technologies develop in ways that are safe, equitable and aligned with human flourishing?
Join this betazone for an immersive journey of discovery and storytelling through engaging visuals.
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
Trade reforms and tariff uncertainty have heightened security concerns, making it increasingly challenging to protect critical industries and technologies while striving to maintain open markets.
How can global collaboration be strengthened to address emerging threats and safeguard the integrity of the international trading system?
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
Climate disasters are disrupting industries from agriculture to finance, exposing deep vulnerabilities in supply chains, infrastructure and communities worldwide.
From precision fermentation to green concrete, what are the most promising emerging technologies that can strengthen planetary resilience when climate risks know no boundaries?
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
Betazone: What Space Can Teach Us
The world faces a series of interlinked and complex challenges – from geoeconomic instability to industry disruptions. But what if some of the solutions were hundreds of kilometres above us?
Join this session with space leaders to learn about the latest plans for space exploration and discuss how some of the most exciting developments – from space research to latest technologies – can help us tackle challenges on Earth.
Join this betazone for an immersive journey of discovery and storytelling through engaging visuals.
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
Some 71% of respondents to the World Economic Forum’s Global Cybersecurity Outlook report an increase in cyber risks driven by geopolitical tensions, supply chain complexity, rapid AI deployment and other factors.
Which emerging trends will redefine the future of cybersecurity in 2026 and how can global leaders harness these insights to align priorities and drive coordinated action?
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
With global growth projected to hover around a sluggish 3.2% over the next five years, many are putting their faith in technology and science as potential drivers of a future economic upturn.
Which innovations, policies and business models will make a meaningful impact and which are less likely to move the needle?
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
As AI systems grow in scale and complexity, the infrastructure supporting them must evolve to balance performance with energy efficiency and sustainability.
How can we build AI infrastructure that scales innovation and shrinks environmental impact, paving the way to a resilient, net-positive energy future?
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
From AI-driven grid optimization to advanced energy storage, innovation is reshaping the energy transition landscape – but uneven adoption risks creating a two-speed transition.
What strategies can better align innovation with real energy transition needs?
