Quick Take: Highlights of DLD20
An astronaut, a Nobel Prize winner, a chess champion, many champions of a sustainable future: Take a look at select videos of DLD20.
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Insights from DLD Speakers
“We’ve created a system that sucks all the wealth and brings it to the door of some select people. It’s a ticking time bomb – socially, politically and economically.”
“Music is a universal connector. It encompasses everything that is stimulating to us.”
“We can build a totally new, urban transportation system that is roughly five to ten times as efficient as cars, at least ten times as safe, and also cost-competitive.”
“We believe that our European, human-centric approach is the way forward.”
“Our European way of life and the future of liberal democracy are closely linked to digitalization.”
“I always thought space was somewhere else – but space is part of where we live.”
“How do we make sure that future technology is hardwired for human progress?”
“Regulation should not stifle innovation – but we should be very careful not to put innovation in a higher order of significance than democracy.”
“Capital is relatively mobile. The resource we crave the most is talent.”
“It’s drugs and technology that look at us as ‘users’. I would say that big data is like Big Tobacco.
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DLD Singapore: Asia Rising
Our second conference in Singapore illustrated a wealth of business opportunities in a vibrant, fast-growing market.
Yes, EU Can!
Making Europe more competitive in the digital world: regulation, privacy protection, entrepreneurship and more – take a look at the main topics discussed at DLD Europe 2019 in Brussels.
Three Takeaways From DLD Campus Bayreuth
Bavaria is one of Germany’s most innovative regions. Our DLD Campus conference at University of Bayreuth brought together business leaders, scientists and politicians for a…
Quick Take: Highlights of DLD20
An astronaut, a Nobel Prize winner, a chess champion, many champions of a sustainable future: Take a look at select videos of DLD20.
DLD Singapore: Asia Rising
Our second conference in Singapore illustrated a wealth of business opportunities in a vibrant, fast-growing market.
Yes, EU Can!
Making Europe more competitive in the digital world: regulation, privacy protection, entrepreneurship and more – take a look at the main topics discussed at DLD Europe 2019 in Brussels.
Three Takeaways From DLD Campus Bayreuth
Bavaria is one of Germany’s most innovative regions. Our DLD Campus conference at University of Bayreuth brought together business leaders, scientists and politicians for a…
#DLD19 Recap: Everything Must Change
“Adapt or die” has been nature’s governing principle since the beginning of time. Humans are experts at adjusting to change – and entrepreneurs cherish the…
#DLD19 Recap: A Matter of Trust
Trust is a simple concept that has enormous power. Without trust there would be no community, no commerce, no democracy. Trust requires faith – in…
Jeremy Rifkin: “The Fossil Fuel Civilization Is Collapsing”
In “The Green New Deal”, author Jeremy Rifkin argues that renewable energy can prevent the worst of climate change.
The Impact of Automation: “We Can Help People Adjust”
In conversation with DLD, Oxford economist Carl Benedict Frey speaks about his new book “The Technology Trap” and describes the social impact of automation.
Now Is the Time To Fix the Future
Andrew Keen is a writer, speaker and entrepreneur. In his latest book, How To Fix The Future, he analyzes the intricate interplay between technology, society…
“Online Learning And Offline Learning Go Hand In Hand”
Never in history has there been more knowledge at our fingertips than today – and at the same time, whatever knowledge and skills we acquire…
Jeremy Rifkin: “The Fossil Fuel Civilization Is Collapsing”
In “The Green New Deal”, author Jeremy Rifkin argues that renewable energy can prevent the worst of climate change.
The Impact of Automation: “We Can Help People Adjust”
In conversation with DLD, Oxford economist Carl Benedict Frey speaks about his new book “The Technology Trap” and describes the social impact of automation.
Now Is the Time To Fix the Future
Andrew Keen is a writer, speaker and entrepreneur. In his latest book, How To Fix The Future, he analyzes the intricate interplay between technology, society…
“Online Learning And Offline Learning Go Hand In Hand”
Never in history has there been more knowledge at our fingertips than today – and at the same time, whatever knowledge and skills we acquire…
“Many of the most important innovations will come from Africa”
Today, the second largest continent after Asia is also the world’s poorest. More than 430 million people in Sub-Saharan Africa live on less than $2…
“Europe needs to be the smart middle ground”
At DLD Munich 2019, from January 19-21, we’re bringing together some of the brightest minds and most influential leaders in science, business, politics, and culture.…
Fighting Climate Change, Click by Click
Search engine Ecosia uses most of its income to plant trees. Founder Christian Kroll speaks with DLD about sustainability and running a business that puts purpose before profits…
Fashion Star About You: Making Online Shopping “Fun and Inspirational”
Combining social media and e-commerce has made Germany’s fashion retailer AboutYou one of the fastest-growing startups in Europe. Co-Founder Tarek Müller explains the secret of his company’s success.
Green Energy’s New Dawn
U.K. startup Bulb is reinventing the energy market by making power from renewable sources cheaper and more accessible. DLD spoke with CEO Hayden Wood.
New Ways To Feed A Hungry Planet
We need alternative food sources, like lab meat and insects, to nourish ever more people without depleting the planet’s resources.
Fighting Climate Change, Click by Click
Search engine Ecosia uses most of its income to plant trees. Founder Christian Kroll speaks with DLD about sustainability and running a business that puts purpose before profits…
Fashion Star About You: Making Online Shopping “Fun and Inspirational”
Combining social media and e-commerce has made Germany’s fashion retailer AboutYou one of the fastest-growing startups in Europe. Co-Founder Tarek Müller explains the secret of his company’s success.
Green Energy’s New Dawn
U.K. startup Bulb is reinventing the energy market by making power from renewable sources cheaper and more accessible. DLD spoke with CEO Hayden Wood.
New Ways To Feed A Hungry Planet
We need alternative food sources, like lab meat and insects, to nourish ever more people without depleting the planet’s resources.
Pitch Night: Meet Nine of Germany’s Most Promising Startups at DLD Munich
Ready to conquer the future? All over Germany, founders are capitalizing on the strengths of their particular regions to come up with new technologies and…
Rachel Botsman: Why Innovation Depends On “Leaps of Trust”
Trust enables new ideas to travel. Without it, we’d never get behind the wheel of a self-driving car or let a smart assistant into our…
Why Quantum Computers Are So Exciting – And Also A Bit Frightening
The power of quantum computers enables new applications, but also threatens data security. Expert Gabi Dreo Rodosek explains why companies need to act now…
Air Taxis: “Our Goal Is To Free the World From Traffic”
Self-driving car pioneer and Kitty Hawk CEO Sebastian Thrun predicts that autonomous air taxis will revolutionize the way we live, commute and travel…
The Impact of Automation: “We Can Help People Adjust”
In conversation with DLD, Oxford economist Carl Benedict Frey speaks about his new book “The Technology Trap” and describes the social impact of automation.
“More Data Alone Doesn’t Automatically Result In Better Analytics”
A connected economy needs a modern infrastructure – but what becomes possible once you have 5G networks and smart sensors in place? Andreas Kunze, CEO and…
Why Quantum Computers Are So Exciting – And Also A Bit Frightening
The power of quantum computers enables new applications, but also threatens data security. Expert Gabi Dreo Rodosek explains why companies need to act now…
Air Taxis: “Our Goal Is To Free the World From Traffic”
Self-driving car pioneer and Kitty Hawk CEO Sebastian Thrun predicts that autonomous air taxis will revolutionize the way we live, commute and travel…
The Impact of Automation: “We Can Help People Adjust”
In conversation with DLD, Oxford economist Carl Benedict Frey speaks about his new book “The Technology Trap” and describes the social impact of automation.
“More Data Alone Doesn’t Automatically Result In Better Analytics”
A connected economy needs a modern infrastructure – but what becomes possible once you have 5G networks and smart sensors in place? Andreas Kunze, CEO and…
Kai-Fu Lee on AI: “This Is Not A Race of Man Against Machine”
Artificial intelligence is a key technology, often seen as decisive for the future of whole nations: If you know how to build the smartest algorithms…
“We Are Entering A Whole New Dimension of Connectivity”
Smart cities, lightning-fast mobile downloads, Industry 4.0 – all of this depends on a modern infrastructure. 2019 promises to be the year of 5G, a much…
Algo Rhythms: How Henrik Schwarz Finds Creativity In Code
When you listen to the new song In Spite of Everything you’ll be hard-pressed to note the presence of a third creator. Officially, the vibrant…
The Healing Power of Music
Singer Beatie Wolfe explores how songs can benefit people suffering from dementia.
“We Need To Connect With A Global Audience In Compelling And Creative Ways”
For museum directors, the digital revolution is a mixed blessing. Suddenly, they can reach audiences around the world, using videos, Virtual Reality and other interactive…
Think Global, Build Social
War, protests against regimes, mass migration, environmental disasters: Can architecture mitigate differences in a more and more divided world? Architect Francis Kéré proves that it…
Algo Rhythms: How Henrik Schwarz Finds Creativity In Code
When you listen to the new song In Spite of Everything you’ll be hard-pressed to note the presence of a third creator. Officially, the vibrant…
The Healing Power of Music
Singer Beatie Wolfe explores how songs can benefit people suffering from dementia.
“We Need To Connect With A Global Audience In Compelling And Creative Ways”
For museum directors, the digital revolution is a mixed blessing. Suddenly, they can reach audiences around the world, using videos, Virtual Reality and other interactive…
Think Global, Build Social
War, protests against regimes, mass migration, environmental disasters: Can architecture mitigate differences in a more and more divided world? Architect Francis Kéré proves that it…
Make Rock Great Again
Can the right song get your ad campaign to take off? Can music accelerate your business and what would you have to do in order…
“A credible source is not defined by its popularity”
Art, culture and design are always important topics at DLD. This year co-founder Steffi Czerny was very happy to welcome Hito Steyerl. The German filmmaker, visual artist, writer…
Coronavirus: Managing A Crisis That Changes Everything
Drowning in news about the Covid-19 pandemic? We’ve created an overview of reliable sources, expert voices, studies and interactive tools. Take a look!
Digital Health: How Brainlab Is Building a “GPS for the Human Body”
Precision medicine needs precise information. By creating 3D image models of patients’ bodies, Brainlab helps surgeons navigate to the right spot. Founder Stefan Vilsmeier explains…
New Ways To Feed A Hungry Planet
We need alternative food sources, like lab meat and insects, to nourish ever more people without depleting the planet’s resources.
Turning Biology Into Technology
Koniku founder Osh Agabi has a daring plan: He’s developing a new kind of of biochip made from brain tissue in order to create sensors…
Coronavirus: Managing A Crisis That Changes Everything
Drowning in news about the Covid-19 pandemic? We’ve created an overview of reliable sources, expert voices, studies and interactive tools. Take a look!
Digital Health: How Brainlab Is Building a “GPS for the Human Body”
Precision medicine needs precise information. By creating 3D image models of patients’ bodies, Brainlab helps surgeons navigate to the right spot. Founder Stefan Vilsmeier explains…
New Ways To Feed A Hungry Planet
We need alternative food sources, like lab meat and insects, to nourish ever more people without depleting the planet’s resources.
Turning Biology Into Technology
Koniku founder Osh Agabi has a daring plan: He’s developing a new kind of of biochip made from brain tissue in order to create sensors…
The Future of Love
Esther Perel is recognized as one of today’s most insightful and original voices on modern relationships. With her podcast “Where Should We Begin?” the Belgian psychotherapist…
Pioneering Health Care Technology
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DLD 2009: David Kirkpatrick interviews the Facebook founder
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Tanit Koch speaks with Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi at DLD Munich 2018
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MIT Media Lab fellow Marco Tempest performs magic onstage at DLD Summer 2015
DLD Munich 2012: “Developing the Developed World”
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