#Web Summit

[imariejoyce]

The time I gained my confidence...

When I was a kid, I am not the type of student who always raise her hand during recitations in school because I am too shy to be the center of attention. Although I am sure with the answer, it take some time for me to have the confidence to speak out.

Since I like studying especially back then, my parents are always proud to attend the recognition day at school, walking to the stage with me to receive my awards. I may not be actively participating to the activities related to public speaking but my fruit of labor is still being seen with the results of my grades.

I could say that I am not the super nerdy and intelligent type of person, but what I can be proud of is that if I set some goals in my mind, I usually allocate ample times to study or prepare for it. It was the consistency and effort that I usually do whenever I want to achieve the goals I set in mind. I believe that being consistent can help you in anything that you seek to achieve. I also believe that being intelligent is another story. I still remember how those intelligent classmates I had during primary and secondary schools can simply analyze and answer the questions fast and correct after just looking at it for a few minutes, and with that...that is how I define smart people.

Before, I usually categorized myself as an introvert one. I better do everything on my own than being helped by someone, or than be an extra baggage to my group, or be a center of attention and be tagged as fatuous. I used to plan almost everything on my own... I better figure it out myself than asking someone to help me, even if it might cost most of my time to fulfil it... that I am self-reliant.

It all changed when I moved to another country.

Working in IT is not a typical field for women. Unlike in the Philippines, I still had few women colleagues in the team. In Europe, it is not the case, when I got the chance to enter corporate world again, I am always the only woman in my team. It was really difficult. There were even times when I need to push myself to get up from bed and go to work. My team during that time were dominated by men, I feel insecure…I was timorous. I even sometimes cried while walking going to the office, asking why am I actually doing this to myself...ugh! tough times.

But then, after some months, I observed that if I stay this way, I will be left behind...that I should be a team player...I started to forge my mind to trust myself. I tried to be optimistic...I keep telling myself that I won't be here if the company didn't see my potential to be amalgamated to my team.

Slowly, I refined my confidence. I learn how to lower my guard and start to trust the process.

Now, I am already six years here, still working in IT. It is also my second company and only woman in my team, again. Looking back from where I started, I could say that I improved a lot. I am now participating in projects, voice out and ask questions if I want to know more. Collaborating with my team mates and try to socialize if I have a chance to do it. I am thankful that moving to another country made me discover that I can be more than I thought I was, that I can also do what others can...that confidence is actually already within me and I just need to snap it out...

just like in the saying..."It took some fast rhythms to make the dancers come alive."

[vulto-cor-de-rosa]

Nothing could've prepared me for the horror of my class mate saying "Who's Tommyinnit?" Pretty loudly in a other wise very silent classroom. Turns out he's coming to Lisbon which is fucking awesome but this was NOT how I wanted to find out

[nando161mando]

Gillian Anderson pulls out of conference after organiser writes: “War crimes are war crimes even when committed by allies, and should be called out for what they are.”

I guess that must mean she believes war crimes are not war crimes when committed by allies.

So is this the “liberal” position these days?

🤷‍♂️

#WebSummit #GillianAnderson #Israel #Gaza #warCrimes

[vyorei]

Shouldn't have apologised Paddy. You were right even if you ARE an unlikable scrote.

The summit wound up a horrific display of who's been brainwashed entirely and who cares more about money than Palestine, when those assholes started pulling out en masse.

[techy-guy]

AI and Employment: Moving towards Creative Pursuits - Sachin Dev Duggal

Ethical Considerations and Governance

Moreover, transitioning into these creative roles ushers ethical issues into the limelight. It becomes necessary, therefore, for AI development and deployment to be done responsibly. Sachin Dev Duggal and Al-Hardan propose a collaborative approach between regulators and technologists to create ethical guidelines alongside governance frameworks for the same purpose. Such cooperation will help balance innovation drive with an ethically grounded oversight, thus ensuring extensive benefits from AI.

Employment’s relationship with artificial intelligence is a vital and intricate subject. Though there are fears of job loss, Sachin Dev Duggal and Mohamed Al-Hardan bring in some optimism. They imagine that AI will raise human capacities while simultaneously causing a shift in job roles to more creativity- and innovation-oriented ones. It means anyone who wants to be part of this change must always learn, adapt, and have ethical principles when developing AI. Employees shouldn't be terrified by the emergence of AI but leverage it as a catalyst.

[rickchung]

2025 Web Summit Vancouver x VCC West x Waterfront.

Visitors gathered with brilliant minds and fresh perspectives to come together with our diverse communities. Web Summit aimed to bolster this growth further by gathering many of the city's 11,000 tech companies together.

"What Now for the Left-Wing Media?" with The Young Turks co-creator Cenk Uygur and This is VanColour host Mo Amir.

[robpegoraro]

Weekly output: Tech Talks podcast, SpaceX Starship, AI data privacy, Bluesky CEO Jay Graber, agentic AI, scaling AI, Trump scrubs NASA nomination

[turiyatitta]

Another exciting day here at Web Summit Vancouver—more meaningful connections, more momentum, and more opportunities to bring this project to life.

[yassermasood]

Exclusive: Conversation with iHeartMedia on the GCO Qatar partnership

It’s been more than two months since the iHeartMedia partnership announcement at Web Summit Qatar 2025. I felt that it was time to dive deeper into the rabbit hole. Usually, details are quite scant when it comes to asking Middle East outlets. So I decided to take it to the source – they welcomed the opportunity and the rest is history. With my good friend Gazanfarulla Khan, we sat down…

[alaturkanews]

Questions raised over Portugal's capacity to host Europe's largest annual tech event

Web Summit CEO and co-founder, Paddy Cosgrave, said tech journalists criticised the decision to move the event from Dublin to Lisbon in 2016, but he believed it had paid off. ”They (tech journalists) thought the Web Summit should have gone to a serious European tech capital and apparently Lisbon was very ‘unserious’ – a destination for backpackers and stag parties,” he said. ”Over the last nine…

[shivamthakrejr]

The Future of Employment and Artificial Intelligence: A Move Toward Creative Pursuits - Sachin Dev Duggal

Shifting Landscape of Employment 

AI's integration into various sectors is undeniable, with automation and machine learning transforming industries from manufacturing to healthcare. Historically, each new stage of technological progress led to changes in the job market that typically created more jobs than they destroyed. According to a report by the World Economic Forum, by 2025, automation and a new division of work between humans and machines will disrupt 85 million jobs globally but also create 133 million new roles. 

Creative and Innovative Roles: The Future of Work

As repetitive tasks giving way to robotic process automation become prevalent, creative thinking, problem-solving abilities, and emotional connections between human beings at work are becoming even more important for them. Job roles like these, which require natural skills, cannot be automated. While AI can perform data analysis and recognize patterns, it lacks comprehension capable of capturing subtle nuances and emotions required in creative production.

Sachin Dev Duggal emphasizes this transition, noting that AI's capacity to handle mundane tasks relaxes human efforts and elicits them to focus on more strategic and creative endeavors. He agrees with the idea that AI will augment human abilities, resulting in a situation where tools based on AI empower employees, leading them towards higher creativity levels and better innovation outcomes.

Mohamed Al-Hardan also echoes this sentiment, explaining how AI will prompt a paradigm shift in employment. He thinks people should gravitate towards jobs that require innovativeness and critical thinking. These characteristics are essential in a fast-changing technology landscape, which demands a flexible and continually learning workforce.

[imariejoyce]

Something about tech... :)

In 2022, I was thrilled to have the opportunity to participate in the web summit held in Lisbon. Ever since I entered the IT field and first learned about this summit back in the Philippines, I eagerly anticipated the day when I could attend in person. I always aspired to listen to speakers from leading tech companies and promising startups worldwide, eager to hear their insightful ideas about shaping the future through technology.

Throughout my four-day sojourn at this summit, I find it pleasantly overwhelming to witness technologists, scientists, investors, and even politicians passionately addressing and tackling various global challenges. The application of innovative solutions often surprises me, as some initially seemed implausible. Having participated in this summit, I've come to realize the significance of having a vision and values, not just for personal growth but also in the context of one's career. It's not solely about financial gains; it's equally crucial for every company to have a vision addressing environmental concerns. Personally, I believe that while money doesn't guarantee happiness, it can provide the freedom and opportunities needed to pursue activities that bring joy and fulfillment in life. I am now trying to contribute in my own modest way by disseminating some of the significant insights I gained from this event. - We require the unity of all individuals, rather than solely attributing blame to politicians when the system or process is flawed. Depending on a single factor is not the solution; instead, the key is the alignment and collaborative efforts of everyone involved. - Age and gender are merely labels. Influential speakers at this event began their journey at the age of 15, and many of the sessions I've participated in featured women in the field of science. They shared their visions and actions for the future, while young individuals demonstrated their commitment to their passions, making a meaningful impact in their unique ways. - 80% of greenhouse gases are produced by animal agriculture, and 40% are coming from transportation (air, land, sea). Lessen our meat consumption. 😉 - Taking a single step forward, no matter how small, constitutes progress. Don't underestimate your significance by seeing yourself as just one among many on Earth; your actions do indeed make a difference. When combined with the efforts of others, they contribute to a larger and meaningful outcome. - Stop talking and start taking actions. Now. If you inquire about the most significant lesson I've gained from this occasion, it would be the realization that one's mind has the power to lead you to extraordinary places and bring forth your optimal capabilities, thereby potentially influencing the world in significant ways. Your mind stands as your most precious asset, so I urge you to prioritize and nurture your mental well-being. It's crucial to take breaks when needed, yet never cease your pursuit of knowledge. You could be the future tech innovator you admire or the leader of a groundbreaking startup shaping a substantial impact on the world.

[vyorei]

Based Paddy Cosgrave.

Stand up for Palestine! 🇵🇸💜🇮🇪

Full article here:

[yhancik]

From the stage of the "largest tech conference in the world," an "adidas executive" announced to a standing-room-only crowd that adidas was launching a virtual world for the underpaid garment workers in their many overseas factories, so they can enjoy the pleasures they can't possibly afford in real life. To cap off the announcement, multi-platinum "DJ Marshmello" emerged along with a troupe of breakdancers to drop the new single, "All day I dream (of back pay)," accompanied on two giant overhead screens by a deeply horrifying "live feed" from the adiVerse. The hundreds of spectators applauded enthusiastically. Afterwards, journalists at a packed press conference asked no difficult questions at all, and one called the scheme "revolutionary."

The Yes Men, if you don't know them, are activist pranksters, who often impersonate companies in satirical presentations to "to communicate what they really mean".

[atlaslisboa]

Web Summit kicks off in Lisbon amid ex-CEO Israel controversy | Reuters

“Most of the attendees who spoke to Reuters said the controversy would not have an impact on their experience and praised the new CEO for addressing the issue straight on,” according to Reuters. Previously: Former Wikipedia boss Katherine Maher named new Web Summit CEO in wake of predecessor’s resignation over Israel-Hamas comments Intel, Google, Meta, Amazon Pull Out of Lisbon’s Web Summit,…

[rickchung]

2025 Web Summit Vancouver x VCC West x Waterfront.

Known for being "where the tech world meets," the conference welcomed 15,000 attendees from its worldwide community of serial entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and business innovators from over 130 countries.

"Beyond Hollywood: Film in 2030": Sub-Genre founder Brian Newman, Green Buzz Agency founder & CEO Tod Plotkin, Indiewire Senior VP & Editor-in-Chief Dana Harris-Bridson, and Forbes senior contributor David Bloom.