XXIV. Global Future Summit (Distributed On-site Events Worldwide)

The SILKROAD 4.0 Global Future Summit is where global leadership meets action. Taking place across 20+ on-site locations worldwide, this exclusive event brings together C-level executives, innovators, and policymakers to navigate the future of technology, business, and diplomacy.

At a time when AI threats, cybersecurity risks, supply chain vulnerabilities, and geopolitical shifts are redefining global industries, the summit provides strategic insights and concrete solutions to ensure long-term resilience and success. Through expert keynotes, high-level discussions, and the Global Impact Challenge Matchmaking, participants will engage in real-world problem-solving and forge critical partnerships to scale impactful ventures.

By uniting leaders from diverse industries and regions, the summit fosters inclusive innovation and cross-sector collaboration, ensuring that tomorrow’s most influential technologies and policies are shaped with a truly global perspective.

WHO SHOULD JOIN THE GLOBAL FUTURE SUMMIT?

The Global Future Summit is designed for leaders, decision-makers, and innovators who are actively shaping the future of technology, business, and global governance. Whether you are driving corporate strategy, developing breakthrough technologies, or crafting international policies, this summit provides the platform to accelerate ventures, build strategic partnerships, and future-proof industries in a rapidly evolving world.

Corporate Executives & Industry Leaders Driving Innovation

For CEOs, CTOs, CFOs, and senior executives, the summit delivers exclusive insights into the next wave of technological disruption, geopolitical risks, and market opportunities. Attendees will explore which innovations will define the future—and which will fade—while engaging with strategic partners, investors, and global networks to scale high-impact ventures. Discussions will cover the long-term impact of AI, cybersecurity, supply chain resilience, and financial technologies on global industries.

Researchers, Technologists & Innovators Shaping the Future

For academics, R&D leaders, and pioneering technologists, the summit serves as a bridge between cutting-edge research and real-world application. Discussions will focus on how emerging AI, quantum computing, biotech, and sustainability-driven technologies can be integrated into global policy frameworks, corporate innovation strategies, and diplomatic initiatives. It’s a rare opportunity to collaborate with executives and policymakers to bring groundbreaking ideas into global implementation.

Government Officials & Policymakers Shaping Tech Diplomacy

For government leaders, policymakers, and diplomats, the summit provides critical insights into how technology, geopolitics, and global commerce are evolving. With AI, cybersecurity, and digital sovereignty reshaping international relations, participants will explore how to craft policies that foster international cooperation, secure technological leadership, and navigate regulatory challenges in a hyperconnected world.

EVENT FORMAT

The Global Future Summit is a high-impact, multi-location gathering designed to bring together C-level executives, thought leaders, and policymakers to accelerate global ventures and shape the future of industries.

The summit features:

• Three keynote sessions from global leaders, offering critical insights into technology, diplomacy, and innovation at the intersection of business and society.
• Expert-led panel discussions exploring emerging trends, investment opportunities, and strategies for navigating technological disruption.
• The Global Impact Challenge Matchmaking, where participants present and collaborate on high-impact projects designed to scale globally and drive real-world change.
• A distributed event format with 20+ global locations, allowing for localized engagement while remaining part of a cohesive international movement.

By leveraging SILKROAD 4.0’s trust-based networks, the summit fosters cross-border collaboration, high-value partnerships, and venture acceleration opportunities that extend well beyond the event itself.

GOALS FOR PARTICIPANTS

• Scaling Global Ventures: Learn how to accelerate your projects by integrating emerging technologies, securing strategic partners, and navigating geopolitical complexities.
• Elite Networking: Gain access to an exclusive network of decision-makers, investors, and industry pioneers, facilitating high-level partnerships and funding opportunities.
• Future-Proofing Strategies: Acquire actionable insights on how businesses, governments, and organizations can stay ahead of global disruptions and thrive in an era of rapid transformation.

LOGISTICS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

DATE: Friday, May 16th, 2025

TIME OF GLOBAL PROGRAM* :

• 11:00–14:30 CEST – Berlin, Barcelona, Reutlingen, Vienna, Belgrade, Zagreb

Other time zones (indicative, CEST is leading):

• 12:00-15:30 (approx.) EET - Helsinki
• 13:00-16:30 (approx.) AMT - Yerevan
• 14:00-17:30 (approx.) PKT - Islamabad
• 14:45-18:15 (approx.) PKT - Kathmandu
• 15:00-18:30 (approx.) BST - Dhaka
• 16:00-19:30 (approx.) WIB - Jakarta
• 17:00-20:30 (approx.) SGT, PKT - Singapore, Chengdu, Nanjing, Qingdao, Shanghai, Wuxi

*) Door open. Program starts 30min later.

LOCATIONS

The summit will take place across around 20 global locations, all virtually connected for live interaction. Please note that the participating locations are to be confirmed yet.

REGISTRATION

Open until one week before the event for in-person participation.

PARTICIPATING VENUES (PENDING)*

(Indicative list of XXIII. Global Future Summit on November 22nd 2024 not confirmed. Continuous confirmation of participating cities in progress)

• Berlin, Germany
• Bucharest, Romania
• Dhaka, Bangladesh
• Gyumri, Armenia
• Hanoi, Vietnam
• Islamabad, Pakistan
• Jakarta, Indonesia
• Kathmandu, Nepal
• Nairobi, Kenya
• Manila, Philippines
• Mbarara City, Uganda
• Reutlingen, Germany
• Singapore, Singapore
• Stellenbosch, South Africa
• Vienna, Austria
• Yerevan, Armenia

*) PLEASE CONTACT US, IF YOU WANT TO BECOME AN EVENT PARTNER IN YOUR CITY.

About SILKROAD 4.0

Founded in 2016 by Dr. Philipe Reinisch, SILKROAD 4.0 has grown into the world’s premier global venture accelerator, uniting visionary leaders, pioneering technologists, and strategic policymakers to drive large-scale, high-impact initiatives. Initially focused on integrating emerging technologies with international collaboration, SILKROAD 4.0 has evolved into a powerhouse for scaling global ventures, fostering trust-based networks, and accelerating breakthrough projects that shape the future of industries and societies.

Through a unique readiness model, SILKROAD 4.0 bridges the critical gaps between engineering, social science, governance, and finance—ensuring that transformative ideas don’t just remain concepts but become fully realized ventures with lasting global impact. By facilitating strategic partnerships and co-creating scalable solutions, SILKROAD 4.0 empowers leaders to navigate complexity, unlock new markets, and future-proof businesses in an era of rapid technological and geopolitical shifts.

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