The Digital Hollywood Summer Summit
Monday, July 21st - Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025
The Defining Event: The Future of Entertainment, Media & Technology
A Virtual Event • Registration is Free - An Expected Audience of 12,000
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The Evening Keynote Roundtables
Monday, July 21st, 2025
8:00 PM – 8:50 PM: Eastern Time Zone
Session I:
21st Century Hollywood: The Creative Mind Without Boundaries
If ever there was an industry, emblematic of an ethos of creativity, it is Hollywood. From the indie brilliance and idiosyncrasy of “Being John Malkovich” to the blockbuster genius and visualization of “Oppenheimer,” brilliant minds and expression unleashed is the core ideal of the industry. And today, a new technology has arrived that may unleash another layer of creative invention, Artificial Intelligence. While some may fear its arrival and implications, others are experimenting and discovering that the most creative among us are able to harness AI as a “Mental Collaborator,” perhaps a McLuhan or Leary-like accelerator to reach beyond a heretofore unavailable creative boundary. Similarly, AI is able to augment the complexities of VFX and CGI and serve as a tool of discovery in the creation of blockbusters and indie projects alike.
Speakers:
Michael Zyda, Technology Visionary, Founding Director of USC's Computer Science Games Program. Moderator
Bran Ferren, Chief Creative Officer, Applied Minds, LLC, Academy Award Winner & former, President, R&D, Walt Disney Co.
Diana Colella, EVP/Head, Media & Entertainment, Autodesk
Additional Speaker to be announced
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Session II:
The Spatial Strategy: From Enhanced Eyewear, AI & AR to Full Immersion
We live in a world of platforms and technologies, a mobile, AI, XR and accelerated lifestyle of visual, audio and immersive experiences. Apple Vision Pro has been countered with the Meta eyewear short-term and long-term technologies. And every major player, Google, Amazon, Samsung, even chip players, NVIDIA and Qualcomm not to mention the AIs, OpenAI, Microsoft and the Adobes and Autodesk. In this session, we have assembled some of the greatest creative minds to help us make sense of the rate of innovation, change and the meaning of it all. This is about our technology and the way we live and will live our lives.
Speakers:
Adam Simon, Managing Director, IPG Media Lab, Moderator
Ted Schilowitz, Visionary & Futurist, formerly Paramount Global & 20th Century Fox
Additional Speaker to be announced
The Evening Keynote Roundtables
Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025
8:00 PM - 8:50 PM:
Eastern Time Zone
Session II:
Training the “Stanley Kubrick - Charlie Kaufman” Level AI: Fact or Fantasy & the Question of Ethics
What would happen if an AI were trained with the entire oeuvre, the life work of Martin Scorsese, Steven Spielberg, Quentin Tarantino, Stanley Kubrick, Billy Wilder and John Ford? That would be like sharing the “Keys to the Hollywood Kingdom,” the finest in cinematography, screenwriting, humor, drama and editing as well. And even with that “Assemblage of Greatness,” attached to an AI of tomorrow, meaning an AI with a near-Einstein level mind, would that “Advanced Machine” be able to create, even with professional “Human Assistance” a truly great achievement in Cinema? This question is not an idle bit of humor or fantasy. In a world racing toward “Advanced General Intelligence,” it is a question that we might have to one day address.
Speakers:
Dr. Megan Ma, Executive Director, Stanford Legal Innovation, Frontier Technology Lab (liftlab), Associate Director, CodeX, Stanford Law School, Moderator
Mark Goffman Writer/Producer, Netflix Series, The Umbrella Academy, Bull, Limitless, The West Wing
Sharad Devarajan, Industry Visionary, Adjunct Professor, Media & Technology, Columbia Business School
Additional Speaker to be Announced
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9:00 PM - 9:50 PM: Eastern Time Zone
Session II:
The Deepfake Dilemma: Protecting & Preserving Image, Voice & Likeness – The Taylor Swift Law & Scarlett Johansson Lawsuits
“Deep Fakes” are not only a theft of property rights and a concern of Musicians and Hollywood personalities, bad-actors are scheming new, inventive and technologically bizarre ways to invade our privacy, our computer data and ultimately our electronic wallets. This is not a false alarm. While a “Taylor Swift Law” is needed to protect the personage of a pop star or the “Voice & Audio Likeness of Scarlett Johansson, it may be even more important to secure the personal electronic rights of everyday citizens. Recently in Hong Kong, a “Deep Fake” scheme successfully defrauded an investment company of $25 Million in a fraudulent Zoom call with visual impersonators representing colleagues. That Zoom call might have been you and a “Deep Faked” family member.
Speakers:
Jenni Katzman, Senior Director of Government Affairs, Microsoft
Lisa Oratz, Senior Counsel, Perkins Coie
Remington Scott, Founder, CEO and Chief Architect, Hyperreal® Inc., VFX, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
Audrey Schomer, Media Analyst & Research Editor, VARIETY INTELLIGENCE PLATFORM, Moderator
Additional Speaker to be announced
The Evening Keynote Roundtables
Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025
8:00 PM - 8:50 PM: Eastern Time Zone
Session I:
Investing in AI, Compute, Energy & Software: The Economy of the Future
Let’s first familiarize ourselves with the notion of “Compute” as a descriptor of the baseline of our future economy. “Compute” represents the fundamental infrastructure that underpins the AI-driven world, encompassing the complex interplay of hardware, software, and energy. So that a city, region, country or group of countries strategically develop their economies around the notion of “Compute,” that strategy will indicate the readiness of that “Entity” to provide services to it populations and in effect, compete within this vision of the modern world. We are entering a “Re-Defined World” of Davos, the EU and East vs. West. As we navigate this new landscape, investors, policymakers, and business leaders must prioritize strategic investments in “Compute” infrastructure, AI research, and workforce development to remain competitive and unlock the vast potential of the “Compute-driven” global economy."
Speakers:
Paul Lekas, Senior Vice President, Global Public Policy, Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA), Moderator
Michael Pachter, Managing Director, Equity Research, WEDBUSH SECURITIES
Evan Osheroff, Managing Director, Jefferies
David Higley, Partner, Global Media & Technology Group, Perella Weinberg
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Session II:
“Is AI Music the Piracy Machine? As Brian May has Stated, “It’s Gonna Get Very Weird Very Quick”
“AI Music & Creativity” is breaking the sound barrier—no question about it. With AI tools, a universe of synthesizers, and unprecedented speed, musicians and composers can “create”—if that’s the word—musical complexity, from film scores to pop riffs, love songs to country ballads, in mere moments. The results? Lightning-fast production, often with stunning outcomes. But beneath this sonic revolution lies a dilemma: where does inspiration end and imitation begin? In this roundtable we will dive into the clash between AI’s expansive potential and the rights of human artists. Can machines truly create, or are they remixing the soul of music itself? Join us to explore the ethical tightrope of innovation versus ownership, as industry experts, musicians, and technologists debate the future of artistry in an AI-driven world. Creativity’s new frontier awaits—but at what cost?
Speakers:
David Hughes,
Strategic Music Industry Consultant, former CTO, RIAA, VP Strategy, Sony Music, Moderator
Shara Senderoff, Co-Founder, Jen Music AI
Chris Horton, SVP Strategic Technology, Universal Music Group’s (UMG)
Eímear Noone, Award Winning, Composer, Conductor and Producer
Dr. Martin Clancy, Musician, Academic & founding Chair, IEEE Global AI ethics Arts Committee, David Hughes, Strategic Music Industry Consultant, former CTO, RIAA, VP Strategy, Sony Music,
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Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025
Noon – 12:50 PM : Eastern Time Zone
Session II:
The AI Royalty Marketplace: Licensing, Monetization & Rev-Share
For the past two years, there has been massive technology proliferation across industries. Users have totally embraced the idea of AI as a content creation platform, from creative writing to image, music and entire film score creation. But how are the AIs “Trained” to provide these unique and even revolutionary services? The entertainment and technology industries are in a classic struggle to figure out the balance between innovation and compensation for rights and services. And without belaboring the question of “Legal Remedy,” a robust industry of AI Data Royalty, licensing, monetization and Rev-Share possibilities is emerging. The industry appears to be in the first stages of exploration and negotiation, and as with all vital industry challenges, the marketplace for AI Data is another fascinating journey in the world of innovation.
Speakers:
Peter Csathy, Chairman, Creative Media, Moderator
Rebecca Grossman-Cohen, Chief of Staff and Head of Strategic Partnerships, New York Times
Dave Davis, General Manager, Protege Media, USA
Howie Singer, Adjunct Professor, NYU Music Business
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1 PM – 1:50 PM: Eastern Time Zone
Session II:
Hal 9000 Meets Hollywood – AI Agents, Training & Virtual Production: The Worst-Case Scenario
First, let’s peek into an “Upside Down” scenario where Hollywood innovates an “AI to Human Collaboration.” Imagine the obvious and immensely popular creation of “Hollywood Companion AIs”—24/7 “Characters and Personalities” fully engaging with humans. What could possibly go wrong? From deepfake scandals and privacy nightmares to “Human-Machine Dependency,” this seemingly benign innovation is stockpiled with legal landmines and entertainment chaos, a chilling echo of the HAL 9000 sabotage in 2001: A Space Odyssey. Take Two: What happens when AI agents, trained on biased or flawed data, go rogue in virtual production pipelines? Picture a runaway AI subtly altering a complex feature story arc, inflating the project’s budget by 20%—and that’s just the start of a cascading problem cycle. In the not-so-distant future, a powerful AI could emerge as an “Executive Level Production Sledgehammer,” overriding creative decisions, rewriting scripts with unintended biases, or sabotaging productions with corrupted virtual sets. In this session, just for a moment, we’re putting on the brakes to the acceleration of “Cinematic AI.”
Speakers:
Steve Masur, Partner, Raines Feldman Littrell LLP, Moderator
Dan Neely, Co-Founder and CEO, Vermillio
Kirthiga Reddy, Co-founder & CEO, Virtualness
Meeka Bondy, Senior Counsel, Technology Transactions & Privacy Group and Co-Chair, Film and TV Group, Perkins Coie LLP
Tommy Petrov, Co-founder & CEO, CopySight AI
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Session III:
The Virtual Production Studio: Revolutionary Experience – Revolutionized Industry
It’s almost impossible to exaggerate how much has changed in the past five or six years in the world of visual creativity and film production. What started out as an already impressive world of “Green Screens” and CGI has emerged as a universe of Gen AI video, prompted 3D images and full audio tracks, plus a vast war-chest of pre-visualization tools, all placed in the hands of our greatest storytellers. The industry is revolutionizing before our eyes. Filmmakers are transforming the ideation process, a world of AI and Virtual Production and in a matter of days, weeks and months, bringing it to life as a fully realized feature films, TV shows, advertisements and YouTube videos. In this session, we examine the phenomenon.
Speakers:
Jessica Powell, CEO, Audioshake
Eliot Mack, CEO, Lightcraft Technology
Autodesk, speaker to be announced
Seth Hallen, Founder & Managing Partner, Hallstone Ventures, Moderator
2 PM – 2:50 PM - Eastern Time Zone
Session IV:
AI & the Law: A “Deep Dive” - Fair Use, Copyright and the Doctrine of Innovation
Even with the successful resolution of the Entertainment industry “Guilds” strike of 2023, there remains an ongoing fear that "artificial intelligence poses an existential threat to creative professions." The core AI issue sparking debate in Hollywood is not only based on compensation, data training and ownership but the creative control of the ultimate production itself. Additionally, “Deep Fake” technology has raised concern about potential harmful uses, such as political disinformation, revenge porn, and misuse of intellectual property. At the same time, many “creatives” tout the game changing benefits and innovation this technology can bring to artistic and other endeavors, such as educational opportunities, enhanced freedom of expression and reduced barriers to entry. This panel will discuss these competing concerns and whether existing legal frameworks, such as right of publicity, copyright, and existing regulations, are sufficient to address this powerful technology.
Speakers:
Zachary St. Martin, Head of US Commercial & IP Legal, TikTok & ByteDance
Rob Rosenberg, principal, Telluride Legal Strategies; former EVP & General Counsel, Showtime Networks
Ian C. Ballon,
Co-Chair, Global Intellectual Property & Technology Practice, Greenberg Traurig LLP, Moderator
Additional Speaker to be announced
3 PM – 3:50 PM - Eastern Time Zone
Session III:
Cinematic AI & Virtual Production: A World of Tools and Technology – Layers of Innovation
While the operative words remain “Creativity and Storytelling” the advances in technology are breaking new ground to accelerate that process. Starting with the scriptwriting and storyboarding process, AI and a host of visual tools provide breakthrough options. And virtual production workflows are leveraging real-time game engines, motion capture, and LED volume technology to create immersive, interactive environments that blur the lines between physical and digital production. Real-time rendering and ray tracing are also unlocking unprecedented levels of visual fidelity, allowing filmmakers to achieve photorealistic results without the need for costly post-production processes. By integrating these innovations into their pipelines, filmmakers can unlock new levels of creative control, flexibility, and efficiency.
Speakers:
Doug Hogan, Creative Technologist, Groove Jones
Matthew Wenhardt, Head of AI Production, Gennie
Margaret Burris, Unscripted Development Consultant, Reid AI Project, Moderator
Additional speakers to be announced
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4 PM – 4:40 PM - Eastern Time Zone
Session I:
Advanced Intelligence + Superstar Talent = Conversational AI, Virtual Influencers, Synths and Performers
Imagine a world where social media influencers are no longer just human, but also virtual. Where AI-powered performers can entertain, educate, and engage audiences with unprecedented precision. Welcome to the future of digital platforms, where Deep Fakes meet human intelligence and talent to create a new generation of influencers, synths, and performers. This technology is poised to revolutionize YouTube and TikTok, all social media platforms, as well as sectors of advertising and entertainment. Virtual influencers will enable brands to reach targeted audiences with unprecedented accuracy, using AI-driven engagement tools to maximize ROI. Meanwhile, social media platforms will be able to offer new, immersive experiences that blur the lines between reality and fantasy. Is there a breaking point that consumers will reject? This may be the moment to discover a new cultural balance.
Speakers:
Marc Scarpa, Co-Founder, DeFiance Media (Virtual Human News Anchors), Moderator
Vacit Arat, Co-Founder & CEO, HIA Technologies Inc.
Brian Weiner, Chairman/Founder, Synth Studios
Additional Speakers to be announced
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Session II:
AI Data Royalties & Creative Partnerships: From Licensing to Micro-Payment & Rev Share
The intersection of AI and creative content has sparked intense debate among content owners, artists, and trade groups. As these stakeholders navigate the complexities law and legislation, at the same time, AI data royalty contracts and innovative solutions are emerging. In this conversation, our roundtable will explore the evolution of content licensing, including groundbreaking concepts in micro-payments and revenue sharing models. Join us as we delve into the future of creative partnerships and the potential for AI-driven royalty agreements to empower artists and content creators. Discover how these pioneering approaches can redefine the entertainment industry's relationship with AI and ensure fair compensation for creative contributions.
Speakers:
Drew Silverstein, President, Head of AI Strategy, SourceAudi
Tim Porter, Co-Founder and CTO, Mod Tech Labs
Jeff Allen, CEO, FlikForge
Karen Allen, CEO & Co-Founder, Infinite Album
Tyler Chou, Founder & CEO, Tyler Chou Law for Creators
Jason Henderson, Esq., Media and IP Licensing, JWL International, Moderator
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Session IV:
AI & the Creative Community – Representing the Interest of the Artist - This is a Far from Settled Question
While the Hollywood strikes of yesteryear may now be old news, the concerns of the Guild membership, the writers and actors are far from settled. And the news of “AI Lawsuit Progress,” may simply be disconcerting. After all, creative concerns cannot always be resolved through arbitration and legal settlement. AI at its best may prove to be a fantastic aide, speeding up the “Create Process,” but perhaps an artist doesn’t want the process accelerated, even if the product is a little better. The underlying issues of Artificial Intelligence, from Deep Fakes, Image Provenance, Virtual Humans and the ultimate ability of the AI to reason, think and author creative works is far from settled fact. Who among us can say what the future might hold. For those of you who have tried AI or perhaps have even become “Expert” in AI application, you are aware of the problems it may present. AI can as easily violate copyright of everything from image to story to voice as it can enhance the creativity of the most sophisticated artist. This our world to explore.
Speakers:
Catherine Clinch, Veteran TV Writer, Hunter, Jake & the Fat Man, Love Boat, Hart to Hart, Moderator
Gabby Ziccarelli, Legal Advisor & Artist
Mary T. Duda, AI/XR: VR/AR Pioneer, CEO, SciOart Inc
Nyasha Foy, Business and Legal Affairs Executive; Board Member, Black Entertainment and Sports Lawyers Association
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5:00 PM – 5:50 PM - Eastern Time Zone
Session I:
Experiments in AI Filmmaking: The Imagination of the Artist – Demos on the Cutting Edge
The synergy of human imagination and artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the art of filmmaking. By harnessing the power of machine learning, neural networks, and generative models, creators are unlocking new avenues of storytelling, visual expression, and cinematic innovation. And you don’t need to be an AI expert to use these tools. As new and unique AI software emerges, it enables a more collaborative role in the creative process, the boundaries between artist and algorithm are blurring. This fusion of human intuition and machine intelligence is yielding breathtaking results: AI-generated characters, environments, and effects that defy convention and push the limits of visual storytelling. The possibilities are endless, and the future of filmmaking has never been more exciting. Witness the dawn of a new era in cinematic innovation.
Speakers:
Krista Gable, AI Guru, Founder and CEO, Domain Domme LLC, Moderator
Tasha Caufield, Award-winning filmmaker and Founder of UAI Artists, LLC
Speakers to be announced
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Session II:
State by State: The Illinois AI Law - The Tennessee Elvis Act – The California Act
AI Regulation is arriving or soon on its way. As the many “AI Lawsuits” make their way through the courts and with Federal legislation still up in the air, many states have taken the AI Regulation plunge or are expected to do so. In this session we will look at the specifics put forward by the regulation or pending regulation in three states, California, Illinois and Tennessee. Each are different, each are complicated, and each represent their own unique ways of approaching the future of AI. Tennessee regulation is directed specifically toward “Deep Fakes” and the protection of Recording Artists and others impacted by “Voice Cloning,” and is known as the “The Elvis Act.” California is an expansive piece of legislation that ranges from deepfake technology and data privacy to the regulation of the “Training of AI Frontier Models. The Illinois act expands the AI issue into the fields of AI privacy and employee discrimination and into voice recordings and robocalls. With fifty states, a world of special interest and citizen groups as well as “Industry and Government” concern, this might be thought of as the “Canary in the Coal Mine.”
Speakers:
Christopher Kenneally, Award-Winning Podcast Host/Producer, Moderator
Lauren Fried, Partner, Loeb & Loeb, LLP
Greg Young, Vice President for Cybersecurity, Trend Micro
Erik Passoja, Professional Actor & Digital Identity Expert
Wednesday, July 25th, 2025
Noon – 12:50 PM - Eastern Time Zone
Session I:
AI Filmmakers Make Movies: AIs Do Not – Creativity to the Next Level
In this session we bring together filmmakers, artists who have brought a lifetime of “Creative Experience” forward in their experimentation with the latest in AI technology. The question is, for better or worse, how is their vision impacted? Is there a difference between an AI enhanced filmmaker or an artist untouched by the technology. This of course is an age-old question since new technologies endlessly arrive as Moviolas or Selectric typewriters are replaced by new and improved gadgets, but the work basically stays the same. Is AI simply another iteration of Moviola or is it something else. Is advanced AI in the hands of “Creative Human,” an “Accelerator to Another Dimension,” an Aldus Huxley device, or simply another interesting tool?
Speakers:
Mike Gioia, Co-Founder, Pickaxe, Intelligent Jello
Angus Kneale, Founder and Chief Creative, Preymaker
Ty Roberts, CEO, FanTracks; former CTO, Universal Music Group, Moderator
Additional speakers to be confirmed
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Session II:
The Creator Economy: The Economics of Social Media – The Algos, Analytics & Monetization
Our challenge is to deconstruct the mystery. How do the algorithms behind social media really work? The “Creator Economy” has effectively slayed the giant of “Hollywood Entertainment” with a combination of Youtube and a host of Social Media platforms and there is a “Secret Sauce,” a massive black box of “AIs, Algos and Analytics.” With billions of dollars at stake, this session looks to explore the intricacies of social media's inner workings. From the role of AI and machine learning to the impact of user behavior and feedback loops, we'll examine the complex systems that shape the online landscape. By demystifying the algorithms, we'll uncover the hidden patterns and principles that govern success in the Creator Economy – and provide creators with the insights they need to thrive in this rapidly evolving landscape.
Speakers:
Adrienne Lahens, former, Global Head of Operations, TikTok Creator Marketing, Moderator
Paul Bakaus, former EVP, Product & Creator Tools, Spotter
Allison Zilbershatz, VP of Content, Spark Foundry
Ben Ganz, Founder, Ultimate AI (Hauk Tuah Girl)
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1 PM – 1:50 PM - Eastern Time Zone
Session I:
Generative AI Law: Let's Get Real - Is Copyright a Right or Does it Have Temporary Legal Status?
While the legal system marches forward, "The Industry and the Creative Communities" are still uneasy about the possible outcomes. The illustrious history of copyright infringement lawsuits are filled with fascinating results. Most recently, the Supreme Court ruled that Andy Warhol infringed on photographer Lynn Goldsmith's copyright when he created a series of his famous silk screen images based on a photograph Goldsmith shot of the late musician Prince in 1981. So it is with great interest that the “AI Training Data” lawsuits make their way through the courts, The NY Times vs. OpenAI and Microsoft; Getty Images against Stability AI; a Class Action lawsuit filed against Stability AI, Midjourney and DeviantArt; a Programmers’ Class Action against Github among others. In this session, discuss status of “Copyright Law.”
Speakers:
Peter Csathy, Chairman, Creative Media, Moderator
Avery Williams, Partner, McKool Smith
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Session IV:
The Monetization Matrix: Where Brand, Consumer, and Technology Intersect – Dynamics of AI and Immersion
The seismic shift in “Monetization” has arrived and is being activated by the conversion of multiple technologies impacting multiple devices. What begins with the concept of “Digital Commerce,” arrives on mobile devices as Immersive Interaction at “Arena Events” or with AI creating “Celebrity Twins/Deep Fakes” with consumer interaction. We might call this “The Monetization Matrix,” where brand, consumer, and technology intersect in the “Dynamics of Immersion.” It may be a mouthful, but it might be a significant part of our future. And these opportunities will be opportunities on the playing field of major agencies and brands, major sports leagues and major TV networks. Welcome to the future.
Speakers:
Ty Roberts, CEO, FanTracks; former CTO, Universal Music Group
Amy Baril, President and CMO, Two Tango
Jennifer Quinlan, Global Managing Partner, IBM iX
Travis Cloyd, CEO, WorldwideXR & VP, CMG (Celebrity Management Group), Moderator
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2 PM – 2:50 PM - Eastern Time Zone
Session II:
The Social Accelerator + Video = The New Hollywood Consumer + Brand + Commerce
The “Cord” has been cut as “Doom Scrolling Video” accounts for about 8 hours of every 14-34 year-old consumer’s day. This may be “Doomsday” for some, but the “New Economy” is a bonanza for the world of social media. Social media has revolutionized the entertainment landscape, with platforms redefining how content is created, consumed, and monetized. Social-first content and short-form video have transformed consumer behavior, fully blurring the lines between entertainment and commerce. As a result, brands have a fully realized opportunity to connect with consumers. We will explore the strategies behind successful brand integrations, the future of influencer marketing, and the evolving role of Hollywood in the digital age.
Speakers:
Albert Thompson, Managing Director, Digital Innovation, Walton Isaacson
Sean O'Brien, Co-Founder, CTO, Mavely
Carmen Chu, VP of Lifecycle/Consumer Marketing, Fandom
Jonathan Skogmo, CEO, LOST iN, former Founder and CEO, Jukin Media
Justin Hochberg,
CEO, Virtual Brand Group, Moderator, "Barbi AI on Roblox," Moderator
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Session IV:
Music, Brands and AI! Live Performance • AI/XR/Immersive • Gateway to the Future
The music industry literally never sleeps, and as AI, brands, and immersive technologies kick-in, we’re seeing all kinds of innovative takes, it’s a future where live performance transcends traditional boundaries. Today, AI not only composes and remixes music but also powers XR environments, where fans can experience concerts in fully immersive 3D spaces, blurring the lines between virtual and real. Brands are seizing this opportunity, partnering with musicians to create branded experiences that are part performance, part digital exploration. This synergy is setting the stage for a new era where music festivals might occur in the metaverse, with AI-driven avatars performing alongside human artists. As we approach this gateway to the future, we're witnessing a transformation where music, technology, and branding dance together, creating an unparalleled experience that promises to redefine entertainment. Join us to explore how these elements are harmonizing to shape the next wave of musical innovation.
Speakers:
Seth A. Schachner, founder, Managing Director, Strat Americas
Marcus “Bellringer” Bell, Director, Bellringer Productions
Jacqui Bransky, VP of Digital Innovation, Warner Records
Jesse Kirshbaum, CEO, Nue Agency, Beats & Bytes Newsletter, Moderator
3 PM – 3:50 PM - Eastern Time Zone
Session II:
A New Era of Visualization: AI – VFX – XR - Immersive Engines + Creative Platforms
Step into the future of entertainment, where AI, VFX, XR, and immersive engines collide to redefine storytelling for the digital age. This isn’t just a tech showcase—it’s a bold leap into uncharted creative territory, designed for entertainment executives ready to push boundaries. Picture AI-driven scripts sparking fresh narratives, VFX crafting jaw-dropping worlds, XR blurring the lines between reality and imagination, and immersive platforms delivering experiences that captivate like never before. From virtual production pipelines to next-gen creative tools, we’re unveiling the arsenal shaping Hollywood’s next chapter. It’s a high-stakes playground where innovation meets artistry, and the only limit is your vision. Join us to explore this new era, spark bold ideas, and raise a glass to what’s next—because the future of visualization isn’t just here, it’s electric.
Speakers:
Lucien J. Harriot, President & VFX Supervisor, Mechanism Digital
Roos van der Jagt, Double O Roos, Visionary Filmmaker and Multidisciplinary Artist
Evette Vargas, CoFounder, Indigo Reign Films
Rich Sutton, Managing Partner, DMRS Advisory, LLC, Moderator
Additional Speakers to be announced
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4 PM – 4:50 PM - Eastern Time Zone
Session I:
Musicians & AI: Technology as a Creative Tool and Creative Accelerator
Clearly AI is many different things to different people. It is very obviously a fast and easy way to generate quality music, lyrics and full production audio on a very professional level. Some would claim it is a form of “Musical Piracy.” At the same time, highly sophisticated musicians, producers and composers can take the best tools in AI and put them to use as “Creativity Accelerators,” making the job of the musician easier, fun and a great assistant in the production process. In this session our roundtable will more than talking heads, they will demo some of their favorite AI software and discuss the creative process.
Speakers:
Seth A. Schachner, founder, Managing Director, Strat Americas, Moderator
Speakers to be announced
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Session II:
The Legal Implications: Chatbots & Virtual Human Engagement – Peaking Over the Legal Horizon
As chatbots and virtual humans become increasingly integrated into our daily lives, a complex web of legal implications arise. In this session, we will explore the legal considerations surrounding the development, deployment, and interaction with these AI-powered entities. Our panel will delve into topics such as data privacy, intellectual property, liability for AI-generated content, and the ethical consequences of human-AI interaction. While our current legal landscape may be more focused on customer service and retail advice, the future of human to virtual human interaction suggests an increasingly complex world of personal dependance, relationship in the form of AI girl and boyfriends, personal healthcare advice beyond “WebMD” and Virtual Humans providing psychological care. In time, complex Virtual Human services will be commonplace, and its legal implications will be exceedingly interesting.
Speakers to be announced
Session II:
The Indie Guide to Virtual Production: Strategies & Structures in a Cloud-Based Universe
Virtual production has transitioned from studio luxury to indie necessity, powered by cloud technology. This session unites filmmakers, technologists, and production experts to explore practical strategies shaping 2025: leveraging real-time rendering with Unreal Engine, orchestrating distributed teams via cloud platforms, and constructing cost-efficient XR sets for immersive storytelling. Attendees will gain insights into optimizing workflows, integrating scalable digital assets, and navigating technical challenges that define independent projects. Far from major studio constraints, this discussion offers a detailed roadmap—addressing equipment needs, software choices, and collaborative structures—to empower creators in a boundless, cloud-driven landscape. This is the essential guide for independents aiming to compete with industry leaders.
Speakers to be announced
Session IIII:
Real-Time AI and the Long Tail: Unlocking New Streaming Revenue Streams and New Experiences
The Media Industry is on the verge of a new era in streaming, where advances in artificial intelligence promise to fundamentally reshape how audiences discover and experience content. As AI-powered tools move closer to enabling real-time, hyper-personalized video editing and playback, viewers will soon be able to curate their own journeys through vast content libraries, surfacing specific scenes, characters, or themes that matter most to them. This shift stands to revitalize the long tail of streaming catalogs, driving deeper engagement and opening up innovative revenue opportunities for platforms through targeted advertising and subscription models. As these technologies transition from concept to reality, they are poised to redefine both the viewer experience and the business landscape of digital entertainment.
A Presentation by:
Jason Henderson, Senior Counsel, JWL International, Moderator
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5 PM – 5:50 PM - Eastern Time Zone
Session I:
Experiments in AI Entertainment, Art & Virtual Humans
The “Categories of Creativity” in the Age of AI are only starting to be revealed, explored, and imagined. Imagined may be the best “metaphor” for AI’s boundless potential. As new tools and generations of AI breakthroughs emerge, it’s hard to grasp where the limits of AI and creativity might lie. This end-of-day session dives into the frontier of AI entertainment, art, and virtual humans, showcasing jaw-dropping demos from trailblazing AI creatives. Watch as they unveil groundbreaking experiments—think AI-crafted narratives that blur reality, digital art that redefines aesthetics, and virtual humans so lifelike they steal the show. It’s a glimpse into the future of storytelling, where imagination knows no bounds. Join us to witness creativity unleashed, spark bold ideas, and cap the day connecting over the limitless possibilities AI holds for entertainment’s next chapter.
Speakers to be announced
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