The AI for Future stage, part of the WMF's AI Global Summit event, will offer talks on the application and future of artificial intelligence by leading Italian and international experts in the field.
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AI Marketing
The AI Marketing stage, part of WMF's AI Global Summit, offers talks on the application of marketing in the field of artificial intelligence and insights on AI from top Italian and international industry experts.
This stage is only accessible with a Full Ticket.
Prophets of AI
In this stage, speeches and interventions by some of the most respected international experts in Artificial Intelligence will alternate.
Thanks to the partnership between Search On Media Group and WMF with Prophets of AI - a leading American entity for connecting with experts in the AI field - this stage will feature brilliant minds who have made significant contributions to the advancement of artificial intelligence, robotics, and consciousness fields, coming from diverse backgrounds such as computer science, art, finance, and informatics.
E-Commerce
The stage, within the E-commerce Fest and sponsored by Connecteed, is dedicated to the main strategies for optimizing online sales: the biggest innovations in the world of digital marketing and the most interesting integrations will be presented by leading industry profiles.
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Advertising
The stage, powered by SMConnect, is the ideal place to discover new trends and best practices in digital advertising. Industry experts will provide insightful insights into the latest technologies and tools to help companies optimize their advertising campaigns and increase their ROI.
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Brand
The stage hosts prominent speakers that will offer their insights into the world of branding: through informative and vertical interventions, the strategic role of brands in the digital age, their relationship with consumers, impact on the social context, vertical platforms, communities, and much more will be thoroughly explored.
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SEO
On this stage, powered by SM CONNECT, industry experts will address the most technical and advanced areas of SEO. Presentations and case studies will delve into tools and strategies that continuously shape the entire digital sector.
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Social Media Strategies
The stage, powered by SMStrategies, offers informative speeches dedicated to fundamental strategies for measuring and optimizing performance on social media. You will delve into the most effective techniques to maximize the impact of your online activities, optimizing your social media presence to achieve your business goals.
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Content Creators
The stage, part of WMF's Creators Fest, is where the world of Content Creators comes to life with interviews, sketches, panels, talks, and meetings with the protagonists of the content creation world and their communities.
Startup Stage
Every year at the WMF, all the players in the innovation ecosystem come together: meet the founders of the selected startups, who will be able to present their project to an international audience of potential investors, partners and media, and join the WMF's international network, thus accelerating the opportunities for success.
Google Innovations
The stage presents the latest trends and innovations in the Google ecosystem. Featuring international speakers and experts in the field, we will explore the dynamics of YouTube, Analytics, Performance Max, and GitHub/Scripts to harness the full potential of Google platforms for your digital success.
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Augmented & Virtual Reality
The stage, featuring prominent international speakers in the field, will explore the latest trends, innovative applications and future prospects of Augmented and Virtual Reality, delving into how these technologies are transforming industries such as gaming, education, design and more.
Digital Strategy
The stage will offer case studies and working models, marketing and communication with informative and vertical talks to develop successful digital strategies and explore the most effective planning to tackle the challenges of the contemporary market. This stage is only accessible with a Full Ticket.
Mainstage
This is the biggest stage of the WMF that brings together all the themes of the Festival, where tech experts and innovators share their ideas and visions.
Inspirational talks, interviews, and debates will take place on the Mainstage to explore the latest technological developments and different aspects of innovation and its ethical, social and economic implications.
Not only creative insights and reflections on the Future but also moments of show and entertainment with concerts, live performances, the Startup Competition Final and award ceremonies with the WMF Awards.
Please note: The program is constantly being updated and times may change.
TikTok
This stage, sponsored by TikTok Italy, explores the creative and technical dynamics of the platform. Training sessions, case studies and best practices to better elaborate strategies on TikTok.
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Innovation Showcase
This stage showcases products and services presented by startups, SMEs, and companies offering innovative solutions to corporate needs and, generally, the market.
AI Tools & Services
In this stage, speakers will examine how the corporate use of artificial intelligence can automate processes and improve overall performance
All speeches within the room are branded
Digital Tools & Services
Xrs, chatbots, NLP, and many other revolutionary technologies will be at the heart of our speakers' interventions in this internship, such as augmented reality, virtual reality and chatbots, and how companies can use them to improve customer experience and engagement.
All talks within the room are branded.
Tech 4 Business
On this stage the speakers will examine how companies can leverage recent technological developments to improve operations, efficiency and innovation.
All talks within the room are branded
Work, HR & Digital Skills
The stage dedicated to the world of work delves into the challenges and opportunities in the realm of human resources and digital skills. Experts and HR managers from various national and international backgrounds will share valuable insights on emerging trends and possible future scenarios in the workplace context.
Knowledge Share
Voices and testimonies of innovation will take center stage at the Open Stage by Netval and Knowledge Share at WMF! On June 14th, 2024, get ready to dive into deep tech and technology transfer.
Not only will Netval and KS be present as partners, with an Expo Area featuring 40 of the most promising startups from the KS 2.0 platform and the national innovation landscape, but they will also bring best practices and industry professional viewpoints!
We'll delve into deep tech topics with a focus on the world of Start-Ups and Technology Transfer. But it won't be just theory: on stage, authoritative experts and pioneers will share experiences and concrete examples of the disruptive potential of deep tech in shaping our future.
Netval and Knowledge Share are not just present; they are the engines driving this extraordinary journey into innovation. Join us as we transform the event into an unforgettable experience, creating deep connections and opening the doors to a world of possibilities.
Don't miss the opportunity to be part of this revolution: mark June 14th on your calendars and get ready to be transported to the forefront of global innovation.
Come discover the future with us at the Open Stage by Netval and Knowledge Share at WMF.
In this stage, speakers will discuss strategies and tools to help companies succeed in e-commerce, including tips for increasing sales, optimizing user experience, and using effective marketing techniques.
All speeches within the room are branded
Human Rights
The stage explores, with the participation of leading international speakers, the crucial issues that define the global human rights agenda. We will delve into current issues, new challenges and best practices for promoting and defending human rights around the world, providing a global and interdisciplinary perspective on a critically important topic.
Sustainability & Tech
The stage offers, through interventions by various international and non-international speakers, insights into the theme of sustainability and technology. Participants will focus on how technological innovation can currently drive the transition towards a more sustainable world.
Tech for No Profit
The stage dedicated to the Third Sector: non-profit organizations, institutions, volunteers, and experts offer informative speeches on the latest innovations and trends aimed at promoting actions to support a more equitable and inclusive society.
Book Presentation
The stage, part of the Book Fair at WMF, is dedicated to talks, book presentations, and interviews on the major developments in the publishing sector. Authors will discuss topics related to digital, sustainability, innovation, and social impact.
Influencer Marketing
The stage, powered by SMStrategies, explores the world of digital influencers, delving into winning strategies for collaborating with influencers and identifying the best partnership opportunities, as well as creating engaging content that captures the attention of the target audience.
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AI for Health
The AI for Health stage, powered by the GIMBE Foundation, offers a unique opportunity to explore the application of artificial intelligence in healthcare. You will be involved in the study of best practices and winning strategies for using artificial intelligence to improve people's health and well-being.
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UX & UI
The UX & UI stage, powered by Architecta, will immerse you in the world of user experience and user interface. Those who follow this stage will have the opportunity to explore and deepen best practices for designing engaging and intuitive digital experiences.
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Data Analytics
The stage is dedicated to web data measurement, collection, and analysis processes aimed at optimizing their utilization. The speeches will examine the new tools in the field and the latest trends to improve campaign reporting.
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Coding Front-end
The Frontend Coding stage offers in-depth and focused talks on the latest trends and practices in frontend development. Here, participants will have the opportunity to explore key aspects of user interface design and implementation in detail, gaining essential skills to tackle complex challenges and develop innovative, cutting-edge solutions.
Edutech
The Edutech Stage provides a comprehensive overview of the latest frontiers in educational technology. Through a series of engaging and informative speeches, industry experts will explore the potentials, challenges, and innovative applications that are transforming the way we learn and teach
Back-End & Cloud
The stage provides comprehensive and targeted discussions on the latest trends and strategies in backend development and cloud computing. Attendees will delve deep into crucial aspects of server-side programming and cloud infrastructure, acquiring vital skills to address intricate challenges and engineer innovative solutions tailored to modern computing environments.
Generative AI
The proposed stage provides the opportunity to immerse oneself, through various speeches, in the world of Generative AI, a rapidly growing field that combines artificial intelligence and creativity.
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Ethics & AI
The stage dedicated to Ethics and Artificial Intelligence explores the latest trends, innovative applications, and future perspectives in the field of AI and ethics. Experts from around the world converge to discuss the ethical challenges and opportunities offered by AI, promoting collaboration and innovation, presenting a crossroads of ideas and perspectives that shape the future of ethics and AI in the digital age.
Cybersecurity
On this stage, experts address the increasingly fundamental topic of Cybersecurity with informative and specialized speeches.
Climate Change
On this stage, researchers, consultants, and non-profit organizations will take turns presenting the state of the art and the major implications of climate change, focusing on existing solutions and key trends at both national and global levels
Machine Learning
The stage offers insightful and focused talks on the latest trends in computer programming. Participants will have the opportunity to delve deep into the vast universe of software development, gaining essential skills to tackle complex challenges and craft innovative solutions.
Content Marketing
In this stage, industry experts will discuss strategy and creativity. A place where the brightest minds converge to share ideas and inspire innovation.
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Social Inclusion
During this stage, we will discuss with experts, academics, and activists how to promote the growth of a more inclusive environment by eliminating structural prejudices and recognizing, instead, the true value of diversity.
Marketing Automation
The stage offers a series of presentations by various speakers on the topic of Marketing Automation, aimed at illustrating how it transforms the way companies interact with their customers, enabling personalized and timely communication.
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WMF Off
The stage hosts round tables, debates, and the Festival's community coming together to discuss topics that have always been close to the heart of WMF. Discussions will therefore alternate between newsletters, new digital scenarios, and trends in the technology sector.
Future of Open Innovation & VC
Embark on a journey to explore the characteristics of a global community of innovators committed to co-designing inclusive prosperity and a better future. Through immersion in diverse ecosystems and approaches, participants will gain valuable insights into the dynamics of open innovation and collaboration on a global scale. Together, we will cultivate a community of changemakers dedicated to shaping a more equitable and sustainable world for generations to come
Impact to Business
The program of this open stage will help you understand how to co-design a sustainable, inclusive and scalable model of prosperity and increase the positive impact of initiatives born to respond locally to global challenges on your community and the environment around you.
Future of Entrepreneurship
In this stage you will be inspired by stories of entrepreneurial successes, by the efficient and creative use of today's digital tools, and by visions of the future!
Masterclass
The WMF proposes a Masterclass dedicated to the deepening of some hot topics for the AI & Digital-Tech sector through which it will be possible to understand the strategic use of Artificial Intelligence. The Masterclass will last two hours, in which it will be possible to relate with some of the leading experts in the field and are intended for a maximum of 25 people, to ensure the best possible interaction with the speakers.
There are no sessions in the selected stage on this day.
Session for 13 june
13 june
09:45 - 10:15
Mainstage
Live Performance
WMF 2024
13 june
10:15 - 10:35
Mainstage
Opening Ceremony WMF 2024
WMF 2024
13 june
Mainstage
Special Guest
Soon Online
13 june
10:35 - 10:45
Mainstage
Building bridges to establish lasting peace (Title Soon Online)
S. EM. Card. Matteo Maria Zuppi
Cardinale Arcivescovo di Bologna and President CEI
13 june
10:45 - 11:00
Mainstage
Opening and Welcome
Cosmano Lombardo
Founder&CEO, Chairman
Search On Media Group, WMF
13 june
11:00 - 11:10
Mainstage
Title Soon Online
Stefano Bonaccini
President of Emilia-Romagna region
13 june
11:10 - 11:20
Mainstage
Bologna as the City of Open Innovation (Title Soon Online)
Matteo Lepore
Mayor of the Municipality of Bologna
13 june
11:20 - 11:30
Mainstage
Fighting Mafias (Title Soon Online)
Giuseppe Lombardo
Prosecutor at Court of Reggio Calabria
13 june
11:30 - 11:40
Mainstage
From soccer voice to an influencer: the evolution of Fabio Caressa (Title Soon Online)
Fabio Caressa
Sports journalist and broadcaster
13 june
11:40 - 11:50
Mainstage
Timeless Passion: Between History and the Soccer Future (Title Soon Online)
Marco Tardelli
Ex Calciatore - Campione del Mondo 1982
13 june
11:50 - 12:00
Mainstage
The future of Made in Italy: sustainability, digitalization and advanced technologies
Maurizio Forte
Central Director for Export Sectors
Agenzia ICE
13 june
12:00 - 12:10
Mainstage
Supercomputing's role in technological and business development (Title soon online)
Francesco Ubertini
President and Professor
Cineca and University of Bologna
13 june
12:10 - 12:20
Mainstage
English
Human Centered AI: the AI Index by Stanford University
Nestor Maslej
Research Manager Human-centered AI
Stanford University
13 june
12:20 - 12:30
Mainstage
English
Innovation and Future in Global Dialogue (Title Soon Online)
Alan Friedman
Journalist & Writer
13 june
15:20 - 16:00
Mainstage
Opening Performance
Session 2 day 1
13 june
Mainstage
Special Guest
Soon Online
13 june
16:00 - 16:20
Mainstage
English
Innovation and AI: how Europe and Italy can compete and win against the US and China
Since 20 years, Alec Ross has held a leading place in the competition between states to imagine and invent the future. Following experience as a start-up entrepreneur and adviser to Barack Obama, he comes to Bologna with a perspective on how the next 20 years of innovation in Italy can unleash higher levels of inclusive prosperity.
Alec Ross
Distinguished Adjunct Professor
Bologna Business School
13 june
16:20 - 16:35
Mainstage
English
Scaleup for Future
The Debate between International Scaleups
13 june
16:35 - 16:45
Mainstage
Un Futuro di Inclusione e Speranza: L'Innovazione Sociale nell'Accoglienza dei Rifugiati
Mimmo Lucano
Former Mayor of Riace
13 june
16:45 - 16:55
Mainstage
Investigative Journalism and News Reporting (Title Soon Online)
Floriana Bulfon
Journalist - Investigations and organized crime, cyber, terrorism
13 june
16:55 - 17:10
Mainstage
Cinema e Legalità (Title Soon Online)
Pif -
Author & Director
13 june
17:10 - 17:20
Mainstage
Branded Content e Influencer Marketing
Lucia Lusetti
Marketing Manager
Monge S.p.A.
Luca Gervasi
Content Creator
13 june
17:20 - 17:30
Mainstage
Da Tiktok a Imprenditrice del Fashion
Martina Strazzer
Founder & CEO
Amabile Jewels
Session for 14 june
14 june
10:10 - 10:40
Mainstage
Live Performance - Piano Solo
Dardust -
Producer & Artist
14 june
10:40 - 11:00
Mainstage
Opening Ceremony Day 2
WMF 2024
14 june
Mainstage
Special Guest
Soon Online
14 june
11:00 - 11:20
Mainstage
English
AI Era Shaping The Future
Monika Bielskyte
Founder
Protopia Future
Anatola Araba
Afrotech Futurist
Moojan Ashgari
Founder
Women in AI
Anahita Moghaddam
Founder
Neural Beings
14 june
11:10 - 11:20
Mainstage
Space Economy (Title Soon Online)
European Space Agency - ESA
14 june
11:20 - 11:30
Mainstage
English
AI for Medtech e Biotech
Simone Bianco
Principal Investigator and Director of Computational Biology
Altos Labs Bay Area Institute of Science
14 june
11:30 - 11:40
Mainstage
English
AI & Innovation (Title Soon Online)
Lama Nachman
Fellow & Director of Intelligent Systems Lab
Intel
14 june
11:40 - 11:50
Mainstage
Robotics for Social and Work (Title Soon Online)
In 2022, 50,659 occupational diseases were reported in Italy, with more than 70 percent involving the musculoskeletal and connective system. These figures highlight the urgent need for digital transformation in domestic and international industry, especially considering the aging of the European population, projected to increase by 30 percent by 2050 for those over 65. To counter these challenges, iCub, a humanoid robot from the Italian Institute of Technology, is evolving into ergoCub, a future collaborator to prevent musculoskeletal diseases. This prevention will also be supported by artificial intelligence-enabled wearable technologies that quantify and predict risks during common work activities. The collaborative project between the Italian Institute of Technology and INAIL, called ergoCub, aimed to develop such technologies to protect workers of the future, presenting the results in this report.
Daniele Pucci
Head of Artificial and Mechanical Intelligence
IIT
Alberto Ranavolo
Senior Researcher
Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Epidemiology and Hygiene @ INAIL
14 june
11:50 - 12:00
Mainstage
Saving Lives, Building Futures: Emergency's Humanitarian Impact in Tomorrow's World (Title Soon Online)
How can an immersive experience draw public attention to an important issue such as migration and the daily drama in the Mediterranean Sea? Insights into the digital tools that allow people to board - virtually - the Life Support, EMERGENCY's life-saving ship across the sea.
Simonetta Gola
Head of Communication
EMERGENCY
Guido Geminiani
CEO
IMPERSIVE
14 june
12:00 - 12:10
Mainstage
Future Of Work (Title Soon Online)
Luigi Sbarra
General secretary
CISL (Italian Confederation of Trade Unions)
14 june
12:10 - 12:20
Mainstage
Soon Online
Soon Online
14 june
12:20 - 12:30
Mainstage
Set Live
Santino Cardamone
Artist
14 june
12:30 - 12:40
Mainstage
Awards Ceremony
WMF 2024
14 june
13:30 - 16:40
Mainstage
Soon Online
Soon Online
14 june
16:00 - 16:20
Mainstage
Opening Performance
Session 2 Day 2
14 june
Mainstage
Special Guest
Soon Online
14 june
16:20 - 16:30
Mainstage
Beyond the boundaries of information: technology, ethics and the future of journalism in the digital era
Enrico Mentana
Journalist and Director
La7
14 june
16:30 - 16:40
Mainstage
Violenza di genere: dal dovere di ri-educare ai diritti delle donne (Title Soon Online)
Carlotta Vagnoli
Author and Radio presenter
14 june
16:40 - 16:50
Mainstage
Soon Online
Soon Online
14 june
16:50 - 17:30
Mainstage
English
Startup Competition - La Finale
The largest International Startup Competition
14 june
17:30 - 17:50
Mainstage
Live Set and Talk
Manuel Agnelli
Singer and Frontman
Afterhours
14 june
17:50 - 18:00
Mainstage
Catalyzing Innovation: Strategies and Visions for the Future
Enrico Cereda
Former Chairman & CEO IBM Italy - Senior Advisor Klecha & Co
IBM Italy
14 june
18:00 - 18:10
Mainstage
Generative AI (Title Soon Online)
Microsoft
14 june
18:10 - 18:20
Mainstage
Title Soon Online
Massimo Bugani
Councilor for the Digital Innovation
Metropolitan City of Bologna
14 june
18:30 - 19:30
Mainstage
Live Concert
Gaia -
Artist
Session for 15 june
15 june
Mainstage
Live Performance
Psycodrummers -
Performers
15 june
11:10 - 11:20
Mainstage
Opening Ceremony Day 3
WMF 2024
15 june
11:20 - 11:50
Mainstage
Live Set
Mimmo Cavallaro
Musician & Songwriter
15 june
Mainstage
Special Guest
Soon Online
15 june
11:50 - 12:00
Mainstage
English
Designing Water's Future: Urgent Strategies for a Water-Stressed Economy
Aurora Chisté
Design Strategist and Founder
Actual and Zero+
15 june
12:00 - 12:20
Mainstage
Innovation and Environment: Weather Forecasts Serving the Planet (Title Soon Online)
3B Meteo -
15 june
12:20 - 12:30
Mainstage
Le Città e le Comunità del Futuro: Innovazione e Sostenibilità
Mario Cucinella
Founder & Creative Director
Mario Cucinella Architects
15 june
12:30 - 12:40
Mainstage
#SaveSSN: together to protect the National Healthcare Service.
Back in 2013, the GIMBE Foundation launched the "Save Our National Health Service (NHS)" campaign to raise awareness among decision makers, professionals and citizens about the need to put the NHS back at the center of public debate and the political agenda. But after 11 years we are actually sliding from an SSN established to protect a fundamental right to 21 regional health systems based on the laws of the free market. Universality, equality and fairness have been betrayed, with serious health and economic consequences for people. That is why the GIMBE Foundation launched the civic network #SalviamoSSN, to actively engage everyone in protecting and revitalizing the SSN.
Nino Cartabellotta
President
GIMBE
15 june
12:40 - 13:00
Mainstage
English
Global Impact Challenge - La Finale
The Final of the Global Impact Challenge
15 june
13:00 - 13:10
Mainstage
Research and development for advancement (Title Soon Online)
Francesco Profumo
Professor
Politecnico di Torino
15 june
13:10 - 13:20
Mainstage
Costruire il futuro dell'Italia con le lenti della demografia
Immigrazione, scuola, welfare: le politiche in grado di cambiare le rotte di una società il cui destino può e deve essere cambiato. Anche guardando agli esempi positivi di Germania, Svezia e Corea del Sud.
Francesco Billari
Rector
Bocconi University
15 june
13:20 - 13:30
Mainstage
Fighting Mafias (Title Soon Online)
Nicola Gratteri
Pubblic Prosecutor
Court of Naples
15 june
15:30 - 16:20
Mainstage
Acoustic Live And Talk
Colapesce Dimartino
15 june
16:20 - 16:30
Mainstage
Opening Performance
Session 2 day 3
15 june
16:30 - 16:40
Mainstage
English
Guest of Honor
Soon Online
15 june
16:40 - 16:50
Mainstage
English
Data Protection & AI
Soon Online
15 june
16:50 - 17:00
Mainstage
Climate Change e Sostenibilità (Title Soon Online)