DLD Future Hub: Impact of AI
Munich • September 9-11, 2025
Join us for three transformative days of expert talks, insights, and networking as we unite global visionaries, industry pioneers, and creative innovators at Amerikahaus in Munich.
Together, we’ll tackle our era’s key challenges and opportunities – from the circular economy to the future of AI – examining interdisciplinary innovation as a critical catalyst for transformative solutions.
Engage with leading international experts, discover pioneering solutions, and participate in high-level dialogues at the intersection of technology, science, sustainability, and business.
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Speakers
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Speaker Company
Markus Söder
Markus Söder is the Minister-President of the German Free State of Bavaria. A member of the Christian Social Union party, he was elected in 2018 and previously served as Bavarian Minister of Finance, Regional Development and Regional Identity.
Speaker ProfileRonit Levavi Morad
Ronit Levavi Morad is Senior Director and Chief of Staff to Yossi Matias, head of Google Research. She leads the strategic efforts to empower and support research teams focused on a range of domains. In addition, she is leading Google Research’s “Mind the Gap” program, which encourages young women to choose STEM studies, reaching more than 100,000 students globally.
Speaker ProfileGünther Thallinger
As a Member of the Board of Management of Allianz SE, Günther Thallinger is responsible for Investment Management, Global Health and Sustainability topics. He is also the chairman of the United Nations-convened Net-Zero Asset Owner Alliance (AOA).
Speaker ProfileVictoria Ossadnik
Victoria Ossadnik is COO and Member of the Management Board of E.ON SE. Previously she was CEO of E.ON Energie Deutschland GmbH and Vice President for Microsoft Enterprise Services Delivery, Data & AI. Victoria Ossadnik holds a PhD in Quantum Optics from the Ludwig-Maximilian-University in Munich.
Speaker ProfileMarkus Blume
Markus Blume is Bavarian State Minister for Science and Art. Previously he was Secretary General of the CSU party from 2018 to 2022. Blume has been a member of the Bavarian state parliament since 2008.
Speaker ProfileAdrian Solgaard
Adrian Solgaard is the CEO and Founder of the award-winning brand of sustainable travel gear and accessories Solgaard. He has been featured across various high-profile media outlets as a pioneer of environmentally responsible business practices and innovative product design. In cooperation with its network of impact partners, the Solgaard brand cleans up 6 lbs. (2.7 kg) of ocean-bound plastic from coastal communities for every product sold.
Speaker ProfileCecilia Garraffo
Award-winning scientist Cecilia Garraffo is the founder and director of the AstroAI & EarthAI institutes at the Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian. She is also the AI Astrophysicist at the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory (SAO). Her research focuses on AI-driven astrophysics and atmospheric sciences.
Speaker ProfileFabian Mehring
Dr. Fabian Mehring is Bavaria’s State Minister for Digital Affairs. As the head of Germanys first digital ministry, Mehring controls and oversees the expansion of digital services for citizens and businesses.
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Program
Please note that this is a preliminary agenda and all information is subject to change without notice.
Circular Day
Co-hosted by BMW Group, Circular Day focuses on the drivers for the circular economy. We’ll discuss innovative technologies and data-driven strategies for sustainable design, material flows, and resource efficiency, where AI offers powerful tools.
BAIOSPHERE Day 1
Co-hosted by the Bavarian AI Network BAIOSPHERE,these two days of the DLD Future Hub are dedicated to the economic and societal impact of artificial intelligence, from technical breakthroughs to the ethical impact of AI.
You’ll get a chance to engage with leading international experts, discover pioneering solutions, and participate in high-level dialogues at the dynamic intersection of technology, science, sustainability, and business.
BAIOSPHERE Day 2
Location
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Amerikahaus Munich
Karolinenplatz 3
80333 Munich
Germany
Ticket Options
Circular 1-Day Pass
- Access to DLD Circular Day on September 9, 2025
- Food & beverages included
- Access to networking app
BAIOSPHERE 2-Day Pass
- Access to both DLD BAIOSPHERE Days on September 10 and 11, 2025
- Food & beverages included
- Access to networking app
- Invitation to the BAIOSPHERE beer garden gathering on Thursday
Full Conference Pass
- Full access to all three conference days
- Food & beverages included
- Access to networking app
- Invitation to the BAIOSPHERE beer garden gathering on Thursday
What DLD Speakers Say
- Seeing this mix of diverse, super intelligent, super innovative, super optimistic people here – it’s incredibly energizing. I think it’s making a big difference for the industry, not just in Germany but in Europe and all over the world.
Burda Principal InvestmentsDLD, for me, is an early radar for the most important topics and business areas in the coming months and years.- McKinsey & CompanyDLD is like a mental spa. You come and you’re refreshed with ideas and thoughts and challenges. And above all, it’s the people. Steffi and team have created something unique.
- Exponential ViewDLD is always in my calendar because I love coming here. Because of the energy, because of what you learn – but most importantly, because of the people that you meet.
Future Hub Briefing
Building a New Foundation Model
Designing Circularity
Next Generation AI Computing
How Networks Drive Sustainability
The Future of Automated Decision-Making
Circular Economy & Data: The New Battery Ecosystem
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