FT at Davos
Exclusive World Economic Forum Annual Meeting session featuring FT's Editor Roula Khalaf
Online Broadcast from Davos
Beyond Crisis: Unlocking Europe's Potential
Two recent landmark reports on the European Union's economy paint an unforgiving picture of its vulnerabilities, suggesting the region faces the prospect of "slow agony". At current productivity and demographic trends, Europe's economic output is forecast to be the same in 2050 as it is today. With much of the power to correct course residing in national capitals, what will it take for leaders to rise to the challenge?
The Davos Daily Show
21 - 23 January
Live Online Broadcast direct from Davos
Insider Insights from the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting 2025
This daily news show was presented by Financial Times' Senior Business Writer, Andrew Hill. Live from the mountains, the FT will be joined by influential leaders in business and finance and will facilitate nuanced discussion and analysis on the most pressing issues on the global agenda for 2025.
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The FT hosted a series of events in Davos
The 55th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum will gather in Davos in January 2025.
As in previous years, FT Live will host a number of events alongside the meeting, gathering global leaders in policy, business and finance to share insights on how to drive economic growth, navigate a volatile geopolitical climate and transition to a low carbon economy.
All of our events are chaired by the team of senior Financial Times journalists covering Davos, who will provide on-the-ground analysis and expertise as the week unfolds.
In-Person Events
Monday 20 January
Drinks Reception | Hard Rock Hotel
Driving Sustainable Economic Growth Through Blockchain
Join our opening night panel and drinks reception to discuss the benefits of blockchain to advance sustainable economic growth and its role in advancing progress.
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Monday 20 January
Drinks Reception | Hotel Europe
Embedding Sustainability into the Critical Minerals Industry
This opening night panel discussion will examine ways in which the minerals and metals needed for the energy transition can be sourced more sustainably.
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Tuesday 21 January
Drinks Reception | Hard Rock Hotel
Accelerating Business Action for Nature
This panel discussion will explore how businesses can contribute to a nature-positive world—one that is more regenerative, restorative, and resilient.
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Tuesday 21 January
Interview & Drinks Reception | Google Haus @ The Alpine Inn and Online
In Conversation with
Demis & Roula
This exclusive interview features a timely discussion between Sir Demis Hassabis, Co-Founder & CEO, Google DeepMind and FT Editor Roula Khalaf to explore transformative power of AI in unlocking solutions to our greatest challenges.
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Wednesday 22 January
Breakfast Briefing | The Steigenberger
How Can Electrification Drive Europe's Economic Transformation?
This high-level briefing will discuss how industry leaders can support widespread electrification and what challenges and opportunities exist on the journey to decarbonisation.
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Wednesday 22 January
Interview & Drinks Reception | Uber @ Davos
In Conversation with
Dara & Roula
This special event features a candid and dynamic discussion between Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi and FT Editor Roula Khalaf, exploring key themes shaping the future of global business, mobility, and innovation.
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Digital Events
Tuesday 21 January
Online Panel Discussion
Building a GenAI
Augmented Workforce
This webinar, in partnership with Workday, will explore the opportunities, enabling conditions, and challenges of leveraging AI to drive job augmentation and productivity growth.
Tuesday 21 January
Online Panel Discussion
How can Insurers Manage
Emerging Risks?
This webinar in partnership with Axis will explore how insurers can empower companies to swiftly adapt and strengthen long-term resilience and examines key strategies for addressing today’s interconnected risks.
Wednesday 22 January
Online Panel Discussion
Driving European
Competitiveness with AI
Through high-level commentary and tangible examples from industry pioneers, the discussion will explore how business leaders can position their organisations at the forefront of Europe’s digital transformation.
Thursday 23 January
Online Panel Discussion
The Power of Blockchain for Business Resilience
This webinar hosted in partnership with BSV Blockchain is for business leaders in strategy and operations to break down blockchain barriers and explore blockchain’s potential for both SMEs and large enterprises.
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