Get a sneak peek into the upcoming FII Summit 8th Edition, covering topics like African women leaders, AI and more.
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By Kianga J. Moore for New York IPTV- New York Edge News
New York, NY – In an exclusive media briefing on September 23, 2024, held at Coco’s at Colette on Fifth Avenue the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute revealed key plans for the 8th edition of its global summit, to be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from October 29-31. The theme for this year’s summit, “Infinite Horizons: Investing Today, Shaping Tomorrow,” will bring together some of the world’s most influential leaders to discuss urgent global challenges and opportunities for investment and innovation.
Among the group of media invited to the New York briefing and summit were UIN + Affiliates- New York IPTV, and New York Edge News. The invitation marks a milestone, signaling the growing recognition of independently owned digital news networks as key players in shaping the narrative around AI, innovation, and global economic shifts.
Richard Attias, CEO of the FII Institute, outlined the summit’s goals, emphasizing the power of investment to drive sustainable solutions. “We’re not just talking about investing money,” said Attias. “We’re talking about investing in humanity, in solutions that will impact the future of education, healthcare, and human potential. The conversations at FII are about unlocking new frontiers for global growth.”
One of the most anticipated features of this year’s summit is the New Africa Summit, scheduled for October 28. The event will focus on Africa’s growing role as a leader in sectors such as renewable energy, technology, and infrastructure. Africa’s potential for foreign direct investment (FDI) is immense, and the summit will explore opportunities to strengthen partnerships between Africa, the Global North, and the Global South.
“Africa is no longer just a frontier market. It’s becoming a central force in global economic development,” said Tony O. Elumelu, Chairman of United Bank for Africa and a keynote speaker at the summit. “We’re seeing transformative growth in industries like fintech and renewable energy, and the world is finally starting to take notice. Africa’s time is now.”
The African Development Bank reports that Africa’s real GDP growth is projected to reach 3.5% in 2024, and the New Africa Summit will delve into strategies to attract sustainable investments that can further accelerate this growth. The event will provide a platform for African leaders to highlight key sectors and share success stories with global investors. For independent media platforms like UIN+ Affiliates, including our global focused affiliates like- Lagos IPTV, being part of these conversations is an opportunity to showcase stories of innovation and progress from a continent often overlooked in global economic discussions and merge the Diasporan perspective.
In addition to Africa, this year’s summit will shine a spotlight on women’s leadership through the HERizon Summit, also set for October 28. This event, co-chaired by Princess Reema Bandar Al-Saud, Saudi Arabia’s ambassador to the United States, and Cecilia Attias, founder of the Cecilia Attias Foundation for Women, will focus on the role of women in leading the 5th Industrial Revolution. Discussions will explore how AI, the Internet of Things (IoT), and other disruptive technologies can be leveraged to enhance human potential rather than displacing it.
“Women are at the forefront of this next wave of innovation,” said Princess Reema. “The HERizon Summit will explore how women leaders can shape technology in ways that promote inclusion and humanize AI.”
The HERizon Summit will also tackle issues of gender parity in leadership, with speakers addressing the gaps in women’s representation in fields like finance, technology, and AI development. “We need to ensure that women are not just included but are leading these transformative conversations,” added Princess Reema. The event will include influential voices such as Odunayo Eweniyi, founder of PiggyTech Global, and Catherine B. Reynolds, CEO of VitaKey, who will discuss the future of women-led innovations.
AI will play a central role in the FII8 Summit, with real-time AI contributions guiding discussions and ensuring they remain focused on actionable, data-backed solutions. “We are harnessing AI to enhance the conversations happening at FII,” said Attias. “This summit is about solutions that serve humanity, not just economic gain.”
The FII Institute has always been forward-thinking, and this year’s event will include a diverse range of data-driven discussions on topics such as geoeconomics, renewable energy, global supply chains, and the future of human capital. As Attias put it, “We’re seeing investment shift toward not only profit but impact. That’s what this summit is all about—creating real change through strategic investments.”
With UIN+ Affiliates, including New York IPTV set to provide comprehensive coverage of the event, this year’s FII Summit is poised to deliver game-changing insights that will resonate globally. The presence of independent digital networks at both the briefing and the summit marks a pivotal moment for media, reflecting the importance of inclusive storytelling in an era of digital transformation.
As the world turns its attention to Riyadh this October, the message from the FII Institute is clear: the future of investment is not just about money—it’s about building a better future for humanity.
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