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Why the right event matters
At a time of rapid change across markets, technology and geopolitics, access to trusted insight and informed debate is more valuable than ever. With time and budgets under pressure, choosing the right forum matters.
Attending an FT Live event is an investment in sharper thinking, stronger connections and better-informed decisions. If you need approval to attend, the points below may help outline the value.
What you could gain from attending
At the Future of the AI, delegates typically benefit from:
15+ hours of curated content addressing key industry challenges.
100+ senior speakers and industry leaders
Opportunities to meet and exchange perspectives with peers across 400+ organisations and 20+ countries
Direct access to FT journalists and expert moderators
Senior advisers and industry specialists sharing real-world insights and proven strategies from successful AI deployments
What your organisation gains
Sending delegates to the Future of AI can help your organisation:
Stay informed about key industry developments
Hear directly from senior leaders and independent experts
Benchmark priorities against peers and competitors
Real-world insights and proven strategies from successful AI deployments
Planning your business case
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Companies represented at the Future of AI 2025 included:
Antropic, Bank of America, Barclays, Bloomberg, bp, Character.AI, Duolingo, EBRD, ElevenLabs, European Commission, FCA, Google, Harrods, Helsing, Inrupt, Isomorpic Labs, John Lewis, Kingfisher, LinkedIn, Lloyds Bank, Meta, Mozilla, Nvidia, Sierra, Synthesia, UK Government, Vodafone, Volvo, Wayve and many more...
What delegates say they gained
Delegates highlight the value of what they learned and could apply to their work, including:
Strategic insight
'The breadth of speakers and the diversity of their industry experience made for a strong and engaging program, covering a wide range of topics. It was good to see some of the more controversial themes being discussed openly, as these are important conversations to have. I also appreciated the mix of perspectives from the UK, Europe, and the US throughout the sessions.'
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High-quality discussions
'The most valuable aspect of the Future of AI Summit was the combination of high-quality speakers and excellent moderation, which created engaging and insightful discussions. I particularly appreciated the depth of expertise shared during the sessions, as it broadened my understanding of emerging trends and practical applications in AI. The event provided a unique opportunity to gain wider knowledge and perspectives that will be highly relevant to my work.'
/2025 event attendee/
Valuable connections
'It was great to be able to meet industry peers and others tackling the same challenges and to have the time to discuss in depth.'
/2025 event attendee/
Practical Learnings
'Great speakers, high standard of interviews that generated some good insights.'
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About FT Live
FT Live is the events division of the Financial Times.
Building on the FT’s global reputation for authority, integrity and accuracy, FT Live convenes senior leaders, policymakers, investors and experts to examine the trends shaping industries, economies and the world we live in.
From bespoke briefings to award-winning annual summits, FT Live events deliver crucial business intelligence and valuable connections, digitally and in person, regionally and globally.