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Now: The era of the ideas person

“There are lots of problems out there. But if you’re trying to solve the problem creatively, then that’s exciting. To me, this is the most exciting time — the best time — to be creative.” Creativity is no longer the exclusive domain of people who’ve spent painstaking years training

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Can technology quench our parched world? with Dr. Basel Abusharkh

follow us on spotify   Numerous  predictions have been used to stir the global conversation about the increasing impact of environmental degradation – especially in those parts of the world where the infrastructure is simply ill-equipped to handle catastrophes. Whether it is the world continuously heating up, or the increasing number of

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How data and engineering are revolutionising retail with Ian Mahoney

follow us on spotify   In this episode, we are joined by Ian Mahoney, the Director of Engineering Platforms at New Look.  New Look is the number one omnichannel retailer in the UK for 18-45 year old’s. Ian is responsible for Product & Platform Engineering and Technology Strategy for them and

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A Surgical LEAP, Shaping the Future of Surgery

Step into the theatre as we explore the future of surgical technology and how innovative discoveries are reshaping the way surgeons operate and train the next generation. Join some of the worlds most renowned surgeons as they look to the future of health tech and how technology can change lives

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Our Future Belongs to Cities with Jonathan Reichental

follow us on spotify   Tune in to a new episode of the LEAP:IN podcast series where Dr. Jonathan, Founder of Human Future, will walk us through the world we will live in in the future and the game changing technologies that have the potential to reshape the future of

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Now: The era of the ideas person

“There are lots of problems out there. But if you’re trying to solve the problem creatively, then that’s exciting. To me, this is the most exciting time — the best time — to be creative.” Creativity is no longer the exclusive domain of people who’ve spent painstaking years training

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Do the right thing: On bravery and consequences

“Well, you’re a bit braver when people can’t see you,” said Thierry Henry (Football Legend and Tech Investor) at #LEAP23. He was answering a question from presenter Isabelle Kumar about whether the growing problem of online abuse is, in a nutshell, because social media has magnified hate that

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The unlikely astronaut (and the challenges that made her)

Susan Kilrain (NASA Astronaut, Navy Test Pilot) came to #LEAP23 to speak about her experiences in space – and about her journey from being a little girl in an under-priviledged American family, to becoming the second woman (and youngest person ever) to pilot the NASA Space Shuttle.  “I am the unlikely

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Why are VCs doubling down on alternative protein tech?

Nick Cooney (Founder and Managing Partner at Lever VC) has nearly two decades of experience in the alternative protein sector. He’s seen how it’s changed throughout that time, and he recognised the growth potential from early-on – so he offers a unique perspective on the conversation around novel food

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Why tech innovators need a future vision

Are you creating a better world through tech? Discover our weekly pick of world-changing insights from LEAP speakers – the most innovative thought leaders in the industry. subscribe   This week we’re quoting… Amy Peck (Founder and CEO at Endeavour XR) What Peck said: “These technologies will impact every aspect of

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What’s it really like to work in XR?

Amy Peck (Founder and CEO at Endeavour XR) came to #LEAP23 to share her unique perspective on the state of the metaverse, and how blended reality tech is blurring the boundaries between physical and digital life.  We caught up with her after the event to get more insights into what

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We’re not predicting the future

We bring you exclusive insights and storytelling from the tech industry’s top pioneers – right here in your inbox every week.  subscribe   This week we’re quoting… Phnam Bagley (Space Architect at Nonfiction Design) What Bagley said:  “When you don’t think about the future, you tend to answer the

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What does a Space Architect do on Earth?

Have you ever met a Space Architect? Let us introduce you to #LEAP23 keynote speaker Phnam Bagley (Space Architect at Nonfiction Design). Nonfiction is a creative studio that turns science fiction into reality, blending space architecture with Earth-based design and facilitating a future in which the world around us is…