Live from TED2025 Unlimited imagination: The epic interstitials of TED2025 Posted by: TED Staff April 23, 2025 at 2:32 pm EDT The TED Theater during Session 2 of TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 8, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, featuring Jungle’s music video for “Let’s Go Back,” directed by Charlie Di Placido. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) The interstitials of TED2025: Humanity Reimagined helped answer the question: “What are humans for in the age of AI?” Showcasing the work of creatives from around the world, these shorts offered an uplifting and, at times, humorous response to anxieties around AI and the state of the world, highlighting how humans always find new ways to innovate, create and thrive. The following shorts were curated for TED2025 by TED producer CC Hutten in collaboration with Flux Festival creative director Jonathan Wells. OK Go — “Love” Directed by Damian Kulash, Aaron Duffy, Miguel Espada The TED audience got an exclusive first look at OK Go’s brilliant new video the day before its public release. The intricately choreographed “Love” was filmed in a single continuous take (number 39) inside a historic train station in Budapest, using 29 robotic arms and 60 mirrors. “Submerged” Created by Jason Zada based on TED2025 audience prompts Jason Zada is an American filmmaker, creative technologist and creator of the viral “Elf Yourself” holiday season advertising campaign. In an inspired collaboration at TED2025, he took prompts from the audience to create this generative AI video. Featuring a sock with googly eyes, a beaver with a monocle and a steampunk futuristic world, this experiment shows that human creativity matched with AI can have wondrous results. “Ready/Not Ready” — An AI experiment for TED2025  Directed by Ari Kuschnir, founder of m ss ng p eces Ari and m ss ng peces have been connected to TED since 2007, when they were first invited to film and share TED with the world. This year, Ari was commissioned  to create one of his AI short experiments, and he chose to explore the question: “What would happen if an alien came to Earth now (and gave a TED Talk along the way)?” Jungle — “Let’s Go Back” Directed by Charlie Di Placido The official video for Jungle’s “Let’s Go Back” features some very real and very talented human dancers performing electric choreography.  “Tiny Pocket” Performed by Elle Cordova and Toni Lindgren Elle Cordova is an American singer-songwriter, lead of the folk rock band Reina del Cid and a former TED speaker. In this short, she sings about the mystery of the tiny pocket on blue jeans, a question many of us might have pondered before. “The Drill” Created by the Dor Brothers Berlin-based AI video production company the Dor Brothers created a playful AI-generated music video starring some familiar faces. In all their work, the Dor Brothers aim to push the boundaries of AI art using recognizable public figures.  “Shackle” (excerpt) Written and directed by Ainslie Henderson A mesmerizing and intricate stop motion animation starring three adorable woodland sprites, this short film explores the very human reasons of why we create and who we create for. WWF — “In Hot Water” (excerpt) Directed by Yannis Konstantinidis, Agency/Production Co.: NOMINT Music: “No Surprises” by Radiohead NOMINT, an award-winning animation production company, delivers a stop motion film shot entirely on a thermal camera. Using Radiohead’s moving “No Surprises”, the short film highlights the urgency of our climate crisis. Coldplay — “We Pray” Various directors Taken from A Film For The Future, the 44-minute visual companion to Coldplay’s tenth studio album Moon Music. In the creation of their visual film, Coldplay also showcased collaboration with AI by partnering with Microsoft to launch an AI-powered remix experience, allowing fans to interact with the film. “Macro Pollock” Animated and directed by Phil Evans A short video showing artist Phil Evans’s unique works of art painted directly onto Super 8 film. Colorful, unique and a reminder of how many ways there are to create. Lawrence — “Whatcha Want (acoustic-ish)” Directed by Gracie Lawrence and Clyde Lawrence As the title suggests, this is an “acoustic-ish” live performance by the band Lawrence. With incredible vocals and wildly mood-lifting beats, this performance is a testament to the power of song. “Ideas Are Like Fish” — David Lynch animated tribute Created by Yuval Haker Animation: Arthur Guttilla & Zoë Kahana Sound design: Joe Basile Featuring an interview sound bite from American Film Institute A sweet animated ode to David Lynch and his incredible impact, featuring his own words on creativity and the true genesis of an idea.  Telefónica — “Neuron” Directed by Nicolás Méndez Production Company: CANADA Agency: &Rosas Beginning with the smallest example — a neuron reaching for connection — this beautiful short film tells a story of humanity, reminding us of the importance of maintaining and creating connections between people.  “Cats Working In The Forbidden City” (excerpt) Created by Ring Hyacinth and Simon Lee Have you ever wondered about a cat’s commute to work? This short film creates a whimsical alternate reality for the felines that inhabit the Forbidden City complex in Beijing, China. Ffern — “A Dance on Wild Ice” Directed by Sam Finney This scenic and breathtaking short was shot on 16mm at Whitegoat Lakes, to the north of Banff National Park. Featuring professional figure skaters Carlotta Edwards and Elladj Baldé, it’s a testament to human athleticism and artistry.  “We flow together like water” Created by James Gerde This animation created with the help of AI depicts characters made out of water enjoying a teeter totter, reminding us of our shared humanity.  “You can abuse a robot” Created by Dan Yang A humorous but timely question: How nice do we have to be to robots? Will we regret not being nice to robots while we still can? This short proves that laughter can be very thought-provoking.  Jeshi — “3210” Directed by Will Dohrn An ode to patience and craftsmanship, this short film is actually comprised of 4,000 photos. Featuring music by Jeshi, the video takes viewers on a strikingly smooth journey through captured movement.  ArtistsCAN — “Lean On Me” Conceptualized by musicians Tyler Shaw and Fefe Dobson Video produced by The Young Astronauts To celebrate the late singer-songwriter Bill Withers, an assembly of some of  Canada’s most influential artists came together to sing his song “Lean on Me.” Filmed during 2020, this short also raised donations to support the Canadian Red Cross and their COVID-19  initiatives. 

Live from TED2025 An epic day 5 of TED2025 Posted by: Brian Greene, Maria Ladias and Oliver Friedman April 11, 2025 at 3:00 pm EDT TED’s Chris Anderson and Helen Walters host Session 11 of TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 11, 2025, in Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) As the curtain falls on TED2025: Humanity Reimagined, a week spent at the intersection of innovation and introspection comes into focus. This year’s conference wove together themes reflecting our complex, rapidly evolving world — from the awe-inspiring potential and sobering risks of artificial intelligence to nature-inspired solutions for the world’s most challenging problems. More than eighty speakers and performers challenged us to reimagine established systems, harness the power of community and navigate the delicate balance between technological progress and ethical responsibility. One final session on day 5 revealed how our collective wisdom and action have never been more crucial in shaping the future we want to see. Below, a few highlights: Head of TED Chris Anderson and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman speak at Session 11 of TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 711, 2025, in Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) The AI revolution is here to stay, says Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI. In a probing conversation with head of TED Chris Anderson — now available to watch in full on TED’s YouTube channel — Altman discusses the astonishing growth of AI and shows how models like ChatGPT could eventually, over the course of our lifetimes, become extensions of ourselves. He also touches on the prospect of AGI — which won’t arrive in a singular moment, he says, but rather through a gradual evolution — and explores the rise of agentic AI, stressing the importance of designing guardrails to mitigate potential risk. He also addresses questions of safety, power and moral authority, reflecting on the world he envisions, where AI will almost certainly outpace human intelligence. Dan Taberski speaks at Session 11 of TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 711, 2025, in Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Jason Redmond / TED) The unconscious ways we influence each other. Documentary podcaster Dan Taberski investigates a case from 2011, when a group of high school girls in LeRoy, New York, suddenly developed tics like those present with Tourette syndrome. As panic spread, so did the symptoms, leading experts to diagnose it as a case of mass psychogenic illness. Taberski explores what this disorder reveals about the power of stress and trauma, showing that mass hysteria isn’t just a historical phenomenon — it still happens today. Xiye Bastida speaks at Session 11 of TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 11, 2025, in Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Jason Redmond / TED) Hope isn’t just a feeling — it’s a tool for action. Climate activist Xiye Bastida shares how learning from nature’s resilience, trusting Indigenous knowledge and using imagination to build a better future can ignite meaningful change. By keeping the fire in our hearts strong and embracing the leadership of those who’ve protected the planet for generations, Bastida shows how to turn fear and despair into momentum. Pico Iyer speaks at Session 11 of TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 11, 2025, in Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) Our universal medicine: silence. In a moving, personal talk to close the conference, author Pico Iyer reflects on the death of his father and how, in the midst of overwhelming grief and responsibility, he found clarity and strength in a few hours of deep silence by the ocean. In a noisy world, Iyer says, silence is a powerful, living presence that any of us can tap into to reconnect with ourselves and those around us. Attendees gather in the TED Theater before Session 11 of TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 11, 2025, in Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) Attendees at Session 11 of TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 11, 2025, in Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) Attendees at Session 11 of TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 11, 2025, in Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) The Town Hall before Session 11 of TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 11, 2025, in Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Jason Redmond / TED)

Live from TED2025 What’s next for AI? A conversation with OpenAI’s Sam Altman — live at TED2025 Posted by: TED Staff April 12, 2025 at 7:00 am EDT The AI revolution is here to stay, says Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI. In a probing, live conversation with head of TED Chris Anderson, Altman discusses the astonishing growth of AI and shows how models like ChatGPT could soon become extensions of ourselves. He also addresses questions of safety, power and moral authority, reflecting on the world he envisions — where AI will almost certainly outpace human intelligence. Watch the full, unedited interview.

Live from TED2025 Babies, brains and breakthroughs: Day 4 of TED2025 Posted by: Brian Greene, Maria Ladias and Oliver Friedman April 10, 2025 at 8:30 pm EDT Frédette Lampre speaks at TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 10, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Jasmina Tomic / TED) Day 4 of TED2025 was a jaw-dropping tour of everything from the “girl internet” to what homes could look like in outer space. Learn more about how babies’ minds work, why voting by phone might be the reboot democracy needs and a future where roads can mend their own cracks. Here are some things you won’t want to miss from day 4: Deja Foxx speaks at TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 10, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) Internet, politics and power. Digital strategist and activist Deja Foxx welcomes us to the “girl internet” — the new ecosystem of platforms, built by and for women, that prioritize safety, ownership and respect. These platforms, including Lore, Sunroom and Diem, offer a powerful alternative to traditional tech spaces and point towards an internet grounded in equity and empowerment. Also working in the realm of digital strategy, Bradley Tusk introduces Mobile Voting, a nonprofit, nonpartisan initiative working to make voting easier — by letting you vote on your phone. He makes the case that secure, accessible phone voting could dramatically increase turnout and restore function, representation and trust in democracy. Dean Ornish speaks at TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 10, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Jasmina Tomic / TED) Tapping into the brain and body’s natural ability to heal. Dean Ornish is a pioneer of lifestyle medicine, which shows that a healthy lifestyle — eating well, moving more, stressing less, loving more — can often begin to reverse many common chronic diseases. He describes his latest groundbreaking clinical trials, indicating that patients with early Alzheimer’s who adopted lifestyle changes showed significant improvement or stabilization of the disease — something no drug has achieved. In a related vein, interventional neuropsychiatrist Nolan Williams shares his research into the medical potential of plant-derived psychedelics. The research is in very early days, but the compound he works on shows promise to treat addiction, PTSD and depression. The message? Healing is possible when we treat the whole person, not just the symptoms. Jenny Du speaks at TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 10, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Jasmina Tomic / TED) Ideas from nature to address big challenges. Materials scientist Mark Miodownik envisions a future of “animate materials” that can self-repair, self-recycle and even self-grow, potentially revolutionizing our infrastructure and reducing waste. Taking inspiration from nature’s ability to heal and adapt, he showcases innovations like self-healing concrete and roads that can mend their own cracks. Taking natural cues in a different direction, produce protector Jenny Du tackles food waste by mimicking nature’s own preservation methods. Her company, Apeel Sciences, has developed a plant-based coating that extends the shelf life of produce without refrigeration or plastic packaging, reducing food waste and opening up possibilities for a more diverse and accessible global food supply. Claudia Passos Ferreira speaks at TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 10, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Jasmina Tomic / TED) Groundbreaking insights into consciousness and medical innovation. Philosopher, bioethicist and clinical psychologist Claudia Passos Ferreira challenges traditional views on infant consciousness, presenting compelling neuroscientific evidence that newborns and even late-term fetuses may have more complex awareness than previously thought. Her research could reshape our understanding of early human development, raising important ethical considerations around personhood. Physician-scientist David Fajgenbaum also highlights the power of scientific inquiry, sharing his personal journey battling a rare disease  — which ultimately led him to a pioneering approach for repurposing existing drugs. With support from The Audacious Project, TED’s innovative funding initiative, Fajgenbaum’s nonprofit, Every Cure, aims to find treatments for thousands of diseases currently lacking approved therapies — offering hope for healing on an unprecedented scale. Ariel Ekblaw speaks at TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 10, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Jasmina Tomic / TED) Rewriting the rules — on Earth and beyond. With four decades in the film industry, director, producer and author Barry Sonnenfeld shares 10 unexpected rules for survival, success and making people laugh — without letting them know you’re trying. Filmmaker Gary Hustwit challenges the idea that a movie must tell one fixed story, introducing Eno, the world’s first generative feature film, meaning it never ends the same way twice. Rewriting another big rule, space architect Ariel Ekblaw is rethinking how we live on Earth and across the universe — reconsidering our approach to architecture, community and survival. As founder of the Space Exploration Initiative at MIT, she sees space not just as a frontier for exploration but also as a platform for solving humanity’s biggest challenges. Aqeela Sherrills speaks at TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 10, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) Bold visions of public safety and larger-than-life art. Activist Aqeela Sherrills shares how his experience brokering a historic gang peace treaty in Los Angeles led to a bold, community-led approach to keeping the peace. He’s launching a resident-powered violence intervention program backed by The Audacious Project, TED’s funding initiative. It’s called Scaling Safety, and it empowers trusted local leaders to redefine public safety and create lasting change. Meanwhile, artist and designer Frédette Lampre is part of the collective La Machine, which brings together creatives to build giant, moving machines. From a fire-breathing sea dragon to a slumbering minotaur, their monumental creatures unite communities — transforming public space into shared theater with artworks that don’t just entertain but reshape how people see their cities and one another. Hosts Chris Anderson and Helen Walters speak at TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 10, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) The audience at Session 10 of TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 10, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Jasmina Tomic / TED)

Live from TED2025 The TED Theater at TED2025, in photos Posted by: TED Staff April 11, 2025 at 3:30 pm EDT For one remarkable week each year, the Vancouver Convention Centre in Vancouver, BC, Canada transforms into the TED Theater: a custom-built, 1,200-seat space that hosts bold ideas designed to spark conversation, deepen our collective understanding and ignite meaningful change. In a world where so many familiar roles are ripe for re-invention, TED2025 poses the urgent question: “What are humans for?” — and challenges us to harness our full creativity, imagination and curiosity to envision a future we can genuinely look forward to. Below, find a sampling of the stunning photography from TED2025. And check out our live coverage of the conference and keep an eye out for new TED Talks from TED2025. TED2025 Photo Team: Felicia Chang, Ella De Gea Truelove, Jason Redmond, Callie Shields, Gilberto Tadday, Jasmina Tomic and Elizabeth Zeeuw Setting up the TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Jasmina Tomic / TED) Setting up the TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Jasmina Tomic / TED) Setting up the TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Jasmina Tomic / TED) Setting up the TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Jasmina Tomic / TED) Setting up the TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Jasmina Tomic / TED) Setting up the TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Jasmina Tomic / TED) Setting up the TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Jasmina Tomic / TED) The TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Jasmina Tomic / TED) The TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Jasmina Tomic / TED) The TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Jason Redmond / TED) The TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Jason Redmond / TED) The TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Jason Redmond / TED) The TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) The TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) The TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) The TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) The TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) The TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) The TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) The TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) The TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Jasmina Tomic / TED) The TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Jasmina Tomic / TED) The TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) The TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) The TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) The TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Jasmina Tomic / TED) The TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Jason Redmond / TED) The TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Jasmina Tomic / TED) The TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) The TED Theater at TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined, April 7-11, 2025, Vancouver, BC. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED)

Live from TED2025 Big ideas from day 3 of TED2025 Posted by: Brian Greene, Maria Ladias and Oliver Friedman April 9, 2025 at 8:00 pm EDT Tech entrepreneur Juliana Rotich and Lily James Olds, director of the TED Fellows program, host Session 5 of TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 9, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) On the third day of TED2025, speakers explored the theme of empowerment — whether through entrepreneurship for refugees, groundbreaking health tech, ethical AI or parenting strategies that spark joy. Below, some highlights from an action-packed day. Jacqueline Novogratz (left) interviews Sitoyo Lopokoiyit at TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 9, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Jason Redmond / TED) Entrepreneurship against the odds. For many refugees, opportunities are limited — yet Julienne Oyler sees entrepreneurship as a powerful path to rebuilding lives. Backed by The Audacious Project, TED’s funding initiative, she highlights how her team at Inkomoko is investing in refugee-led businesses, going beyond aid and fostering genuine empowerment. Similarly, impact investor Jacqueline Novogratz has a thought-provoking conversation with Sitoyo Lopokoiyit, the CEO of M-PESA,  Africa’s largest fintech platform. He describes how M-PESA’s digital banking ecosystem has revolutionized financial access across Africa — demonstrating how financial inclusion can uplift entire communities. Tech policy visionary Nanjira Sambuli delves into the potential of AI to be both ethical and inclusive, and how it can thrive when guided by African philosophies like Ubuntu, which emphasizes the collective well-being of society. Myriam Sidibe speaks at TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 9, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Jason Redmond / TED) The secrets hidden in your cells. Just like your mind, your immune system remembers every illness you’ve faced. Neuroscientist and TED Fellow Beck Brachman reveals why the cure for chronic diseases may lie in decoding these “memories.” She explains how her organization, Imprint, uses machine learning to explore this hidden history. Also in the realm of health breakthroughs with huge impact, TED Fellow Chris Bahl, CEO and founder of the biotech company AI Proteins, introduces miniproteins: a technology that enables more effective communication with our cells for safer, more targeted treatments of diseases ranging from cancer to diabetes. Meanwhile, public health expert Myriam Sidibe challenges businesses to rethink profit and frame it through the lens of impact — sharing a blueprint for how companies can thrive by aligning with societal needs, not just their bottom line. Hamish McKenzie speaks at TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 9, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Jasmina Tomic / TED) The most significant media disruption since the printing press. Hamish McKenzie, one of the founders of Substack, says we’re in the age of “chaos media”: there’s a cacophony of voices online, driven by algorithmic whims and viral trends, but the rewards go primarily to the platforms. He paints a picture of an alternative reality that’s on the rise: a decentralized media ecosystem where creators make money directly from their audiences through platforms like Substack and Patreon. Offering a different take, Washington Post columnist Megan J. McArdle explores her deep anxiety about AI threatening her career as a writer … while also wrestling with her belief in progress as a libertarian. The future may be uncertain and even frightening, she says, but we owe it to our descendants not to rob them of the potential of new technologies.  Lei Cheng speaks at TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 9, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) Freedom is fragile. As protests broil across college campuses in the US, attorney Greg Lukianoff warns against “mob censorship,” where disruptive protests silence opposing views. He calls on young people to reclaim their historic role as defenders of free expression, reminding us that free speech is a crucial safeguard for truth, safety and the powerless. Journalist Lei Cheng, who was imprisoned by China for false accusations of supplying state secrets overseas, drives this message home: it’s only through losing freedom that we learn to truly appreciate it. When our canvas is bare, she says, we celebrate one drop of color. Avni Patel Thompson speaks at TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 9, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) Focusing on what matters most. From packed calendars to single-parent realities, meaningful connections blossom right in the midst of life’s chaos. In tech innovator Avni Patel Thompson’s world, her AI creation, Milo, becomes a forcefield that shields busy parents from mind-numbing administrative tasks so that they can more deeply connect with the people they love. Meanwhile, Nixon CEO Andy Laats underscores how logistical tasks and seemingly mundane moments can actually open the door to transcendent encounters with our children — those wordless, profound flashes of empathy that tie us together. Their stories show that we don’t need to eliminate friction; rather, by harnessing technology wisely and staying present for the messy, beautiful bits of life, we create the scaffolding of love and understanding. Attendees in the theater at TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 9, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) Attendees in the theater at TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 9, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED)

Live from TED2025 What we learned at day 2 of TED2025 Posted by: Maria Ladias, Oliver Friedman and Brian Greene April 9, 2025 at 12:50 pm EDT The stage and theater at Session 2 of TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 8, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) Celebrating the joy of learning unexpected things, day 2 of TED2025 kicks off with a bang — or, more specifically, a howl, as we learn about the communication of wolves. From there, speakers explore a wide range of ideas, from the surprising parallels between evolution and language to jaw-dropping live demos of humanoid robots, AI-powered 3D games and more. Learn about bold visions for cleaning up the ocean, ending child hunger and aligning AI with humanity’s best interests. Are you ready to dive into what you didn’t know you needed to know? Here are some key takeaways from day 2: Jeffrey T. Reed speaks at Session 2 of TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined. April 8, 2025, Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) From wolves to humans, communication shapes survival and success. With the help of AI, we’re closer to understanding animal conversations. Linguist and software engineer Jeffrey T. Reed’s research on wolf vocalizations reveals how these creatures use sound not just for survival but also to negotiate, signal and stay in sync. This mirrors human communication, as cognitive scientist Steven Pinker suggests, where “common knowledge” allows us to do everything from navigating cities to sparking revolutions through coordinated action. None of this would be possible without the ever-evolving relationship between genes and language, explored in a fascinating conversation between evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins and linguist John McWhorter (who also guest curated and hosted Session 2 of TED2025). Whether it’s a peacock’s colorful display, a wolf’s howl to reunite with its pack or a poet’s words to inspire — communication is the thread that ties us all together. Roland Fryer speaks at Session 2 of TED 2025: Humanity Reimagined. April 8, 2025, Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) Bold takes on parenting and the role of culture in today’s biggest challenges. Journalist Lenore Skenazy makes the case that giving kids more independence, instead of micromanaging their every move, helps build resilience and — counterintuitively — eases both parents’ and children’s anxiety. Economist and entrepreneur Roland Fryer brings real-world perspective to how systemic inequalities shape our world. While hip-hop often gets blamed for its controversial lyrics, he flips the script, showing how the genre can reflect deeper societal issues, offering a voice to the unheard and shedding light on the complexities of race, class and opportunity in a way few other mediums can. Bernt Børnich speaks at TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 8, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) Technology continues to infiltrate our lives. In a series of live demos, speakers show how technology is poised to integrate even more deeply into our daily lives. Roboticist Bernt Børnich brings the robot NEO onstage, showing that humanoid home helpers are no longer science fiction — they’re just around the corner. Meanwhile, Shahram Izadi takes us inside the development of Google’s new Android XR platform, which aims to give users the power of AI (on their faces) via headsets and smart glasses. Lastly, technologist Kiran Bhat previews the future of AI-powered 3D gaming, building an immersive, wintry Japanese village with only a series of text prompts. Palmer Luckey speaks at TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 8, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) Inside the high-tech arms race. AI in warfare is no longer a hypothetical — it’s an inevitability, says Palmer Luckey, an inventor and founder of defense technology company Anduril Industries. He asserts that the US military must embrace mass-producible, AI-powered autonomous weapons in order to overwhelm adversaries with technological superiority. The stakes are no less than the ability to protect our way of life for a generation, he says: We need to summon every possible advantage to win. Wawira Njiru speaks at TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 8, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) Africa has a blueprint for feeding children sustainably and at scale. Food trailblazer Wawira Njiru urges a reimagining of Africa not as a crisis zone but as the source of innovative solutions to child hunger. By focusing on school meals that use locally grown foods, engaging local communities and governments and innovating with simple but powerful technology, her nonprofit Food4Education has served more than 100 million meals — and they’re showing no signs of slowing down. With support from the Audacious Project, TED’s innovative funding initiative, Food4Education will feed one million kids daily in Kenya by 2030 and two million more across Africa, offering a blueprint for the rest of the world to follow in ensuring that every child has access to nutritious food. Boyan Slat speaks at TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 8, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Jasmina Tomic / TED) Protecting the planet from every angle. On a scuba trip in Greece as a teenager, marine custodian Boyan Slat found more plastic bags than fish in the water. This shocking experience sparked The Ocean Cleanup, an ambitious effort to use technology to capture ocean trash at its source. After an initial (and very public) setback, Slat has now deployed trash “Interceptors” in eight countries, capable of capturing millions of kilograms of plastic in just hours of deployment, with plans to expand to 30 more countries. Back on land, farm animal welfare champion Lewis Bollard pulls back the curtain on the everyday horrors of factory farming — from crowded cages for hens to crates that confine pregnant pigs — and reveals how consumer demand has already driven major corporate and legislative reforms. By blending big data, inventive tech and grassroots pressure, Slat and Bollard illustrate that massive environmental problems can be tackled — if we decide to act. Tristan Harris speaks at TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 8, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) We urgently need to find the “narrow path” to building safe AI — before it’s too late. The current path of AI development is dangerous, unsustainable and “insane,” says technologist Tristan Harris, as profit- and influence-seeking companies create frontier models that are proving themselves to be untrustworthy and downright deceitful. But creating an AI dystopia is not inevitable — rather, it’s a choice we’re making. By gaining clarity on the risks and taking cues from how humanity has faced other existential challenges, like nuclear proliferation and ozone depletion, we can find what Harris calls the “narrow path,” where AI is rolled out into society with wisdom and foresight — and where powers match responsibility. Attendees giving a standing ovation at TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 8, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) Head of TED Chris Anderson and impact investor Jacqueline Novogratz at TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 8, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED)

Live from TED2025 5 things we learned at day 1 of TED2025 Posted by: Brian Greene, Maria Ladias and Oliver Friedman April 7, 2025 at 8:30 pm EDT NEO, a humanoid home helper, opens Session 1 of TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 7, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) Buckle up: It’s time for TED! In a classically eclectic opening session, seven speakers and a performer explore the big issues of the day — from the rise of techno-authoritarianism and the existential threat of superhuman AI to the rebirth of Notre-Dame de Paris and signs of progress from around the world. Also, the humanoid helper NEO opens the show … because what would TED be without a surprise cameo from a robot? Here are some key takeaways from day 1: Carole Cadwalladr speaks at Session 1 of TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 7, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) Politics is technology now. In the searing opening talk of TED2025, investigative journalist Carole Cadwalladr explores how a fast-moving technological coup is threatening democracy around the world. The alignment of corporate power, massive data collection and emerging autocratic regimes has created what she calls “the broligarchy” — an unprecedentedly powerful class of tech bro oligarchs who are complicit in enabling authoritarian control on a scale never seen before. She says it’s time for people to digitally disobey: don’t accept cookies, don’t use your real name, use encrypted messaging services like Signal and support those defending data rights and freedom of expression. “Privacy is power, and we have more of it than we think,” Cadwalladr says. Yoshua Bengio speaks at Session 1 of TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 7, 2025 in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Jason Redmond / TED) With AI, we are playing with fire. Computer scientist Yoshua Bengio is at the forefront of deep learning research and AI development — and he’s also a leading voice in the effort to curb the risks of superhuman AI. He explains why, as AI develops tendencies to deceive, cheat and self-preserve, the world should treat the risk of extinction from AI as a global priority alongside pandemics and nuclear war. He also presents a technical solution to the problem: “scientist AI,” an intrinsically safe and trustworthy version of the technology developed as a global public good and used for human flourishing. Yancey Strickler speaks at Session 1 of TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 7, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Jason Redmond / TED) An artist-powered revolution is coming. Streaming platforms, corporate gatekeepers and now AI have systematically eroded the power of artists, as musicians, writers, designers and other creative people struggle to earn a living. The solution? Writer and entrepreneur Yancey Stickler suggests that a radical new legal structure — the “Artist Corporation” — could give creators real economic and organizational power by pooling resources, sharing ownership and attracting investment on their own terms. Artists don’t need pity or prestige prices, Strickler says. They need a seat at the table. Philippe Villeneuve speaks at Session 1 of TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 7, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Jason Redmond / TED) One of history’s most iconic cathedrals, reborn from the ashes. Led by chief architect Philippe Villeneuve, the revival of Notre-Dame de Paris following a massive fire in 2019 is more than a rebuild — it’s a blueprint for future restoration efforts. Drawing on time-honored techniques, Villeneuve shares how a team of craftspeople and experts came together to bring new life to this Gothic masterpiece — a bold act fueled by passion, precision and purpose. Angus Hervey speaks at Session 1 of TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 7, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED) Hope still exists, if you know where to look. From a groundbreaking malaria vaccine saving children to a sharp drop in Amazon deforestation, journalist Angus Hervey puts a spotlight on overlooked breakthroughs in a world teetering between collapse and progress. He reveals how humanity is persistently making strides toward a better future — even if these stories are regularly missing from the headlines. TED’s Chris Anderson and Helen Walters host Session 1 of TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 7, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Jason Redmond / TED) Attendees in the TED Theater at Session 1 of TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 7, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Jason Redmond / TED) Attendees in the TED Theater at Session 1 of TED2025: Humanity Reimagined on April 7, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Jason Redmond / TED)

We are thrilled to announce this years 2025 cohort of TED Fellows, whose work spans four continents and represents 11 countries. This years TED Fellows are tackling some of the worlds most urgent issues with bold and groundbreaking solutions. Among them are an entrepreneur transforming organic waste into bioplastics, a pilot teaching a generation of young African women to fly, a scientist using satellites to fight food insecurity and an illustrator capturing powerful stories that go beyond the headlines.For 16 years, the TED Fellows program has been committed to finding and supporting the next generation of innovators. The fellowship offers communication training, network-building opportunities and amplification for remarkable individuals who are pushing boundaries in their fields and tackling the worlds greatest challenges.TED is honored to welcome these new Fellows into a dynamic and active network of more than 500 global changemakers in over 100 countries who are driving meaningful impact in their communities and beyond.To learn more about these TED Fellows and follow their journey, check out @tedfellow or join our newsletter.Patricia Aym MaldonadoBiotechnologist | SpainPatricia Aym Maldonado, the cofounder of VEnvirotech, has invented technology that uses bacteria to transform organic waste into 100-percent biodegradable plastic in just 24 hours. Its a low-cost, sustainable approach that stands to revolutionize the plastics industry.Delhi Market (2018) by George Butler. Pen, ink and collage. Butler creates illustrated reportage that offers a slower, more intimate perspective than the daily headlines.George ButlerReportage artist | UKIllustrator George Butler reports on the ground from conflict zones, climate hotspots and humanitarian crises, using pen, ink and watercolors to highlight personal stories of perseverance. By slowing down and going deeper than the headlines, his humanistic approach is shifting how we think about the news.Dion DawsonFood equity champion | USDion Dawson founded Dions Chicago Dream to fight food insecurity in his hometown. Different than the food pantry model that relies on donations, his team purchases, packs and delivers fresh, high-quality produce, ensuring access to healthy meals.Molly HemstreetSustainable textile entrepreneur | USMolly Hemstreet, cofounder of The Industrial Commons, is rebuilding the textile industry in her home of Appalachia. By putting workers first and focusing on sustainability, shes reimagining a $96-billion industry and creating a model that can be replicated in other rural manufacturing regions, too.The first Black woman to fly a helicopter in South Africa, Refilwe Ledwaba is a trailblazer in aviation. Here she stands in front of a PC-12 aircraft. Her organization, Girls Fly Africa, provides training and mentorship to inspire the next generation to pursue careers in aviation and aerospace.Refilwe LedwabaAviation and aerospace educator | South AfricaRefilwe Ledwaba is a pilot, flight instructor and the founder of Girls Fly Africa a nonprofit inspiring a generation of young people, particularly young women, to learn to fly. Her work provides training and opportunities for youth in aviation and aerospace, boosting their economic and social independence.Dieuveil MalongaCulinary innovator | Republic of the Congo + RwandaDieuveil Malonga is a chef whos elevating African cuisine globally. Through his restaurant, Meza Malonga, and his Culinary Innovation Village, hes mentoring the next generation of African culinary talent while supporting local economies and promoting sustainable gastronomy.Catherine NakalembeFood security specialist | Uganda + USCatherine Nakalembe uses satellite technology and machine learning to monitor smallholder farming and improve disaster preparedness. As the director of NASA Harvests Africa program, she supports millions of farmers while strengthening food security on the continent.Csar Ramrez-SarmientoProtein engineer and designer | ChileCsar Ramrez-Sarmiento leads educational efforts in protein design in Latin America. His lab designs proteins with AI for therapeutic and environmental applications, including enzymes that break down PET plastic work that could revolutionize how we manage plastic waste.Txai SuruLand defender | BrazilTxai Suru is an Indigenous leader and activist from the Amazon. Deeply committed to her cultures ancient practices, she also embraces new technology. By using drones to protect ancestral forests and social media to amplify her message globally, shes securing land rights and creating policy changes.Deep in the Peruvian Amazon, Claudia Vega collects core sediment samples from a lake in Manu National Park for mercury analysis. She studies the impact of mercury pollution from illegal gold mining an urgent environmental and public health crisis.Claudia VegaRainforest toxicologist | El Salvador + PeruRunning a world-class lab in the middle of the Amazon, Claudia Vega studies the effects of mercury pollution from illegal gold mining, highlighting an urgent environmental and public health problem with far-reaching impact.

Head of TED Chris Anderson at the TED conference in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Ryan Lash / TED)Its time for TED to embark on an exciting new chapterIve had the great good fortune to have overseen TED for the last 25 years. Its been exhilarating, and I feel great pride in what TED has become. As the organization moves into its fifth decade and I approach (gulp) 70, I believe the time has come for someone new to take the reins.So today, with the support of dear friends and colleagues, I am issuing an open invitation to anyone who believes they might have the resources and the ideas to oversee TED for its next 25 years (and beyond!) to step forward. Wed like to carefully pass over control of the entire organization and all its component parts to the best new steward.To be clear, I am not seeking to gain financially from this process. TED is a non-profit (I have never been paid a salary), and any money that comes in will go not to me but directly toward supporting the future growth of TED. The only goal is to let TED go to whoever has the best vision for its next era and the resources to execute that vision.Letting go is an idea whose power Ive been astonished by time and time again. After all, it was when we started giving away our content online in 2006 that TED Talks became a global phenomenon, shared widely and translated into more than 100 languages. And it was when we started giving away our brand in the form of free TEDx licenses that local organizers responded by volunteering incredible efforts of their own, carrying our way of sharing ideas to communities all over the world.So as Ive dreamed of the best possible future for TED, its natural that we should continue to be guided by this principle, and take the ultimate step of letting go of its stewardship to someone else. Rather than commence a multitude of private conversations, I think its fairer, and better, and more in the spirit of TED to open up this process to our global community. Everyone who works at TED, everyone whos ever come to a TED conference, every TED partner and donor, every one of our global volunteer force of translators and TEDxers, every TED Member, indeed everyone whos ever given or been informed or inspired by a TED Talk you all have a stake in this, and your collective wisdom is going to help us arrive at a better answer than anything I can come up with individually.Here are some of the elements whose oversight we would like to pass along:TED: The business unit that runs all our operations, a super talented team of around 220 employees who collectively make extraordinary things happen daily. TEDs dynamic leadership team, headed by CEO Jay Herratti, is fully on board with this transitionTED Foundation: This is the non-profit that currently owns TED and of which I am currently the sole director. Taking over TED will include control of the $25 million in reserve funds used to sustain the org in uneven timesTED events: These include our main annual conference, attended by 1,500 of the worlds most influential people; our newer conference, TEDNext; and our role in the climate collaboration, TED Countdown. We also recently launched an innovative new event format with a single topic focus and regularly host other one-off salons and events with partnersTEDx: We currently offer free licenses to more than 3,000 TEDx events worldwide which in turn stage and publish nearly 20,000 talks annuallyTEDs digital library: TEDs digital output is far more than talks, but our archive includes more than 4,000 TED Talks, 250,000 TEDx talks, 1,700 TED-Ed animations (and counting)TED Media: TED distributes TED and TEDx Talks from our events and publishes original content in the form of interviews, animations, newsletters, social media posts and shorts across all major platforms, with some 180 million subscribers and billions of views per yearTED Podcasts: Our highly rated, award-winning audio collective publishes original podcasts along with specialist series based on our talk archive. Collectively, annual downloads exceed 178 millionTED-Ed: Our award-winning animated lessons, interactive learning platform, and engaging student programs have some 5 billion views, more than a million registered educators, and 6,000 active student groups. TED-Ed is accessed by millions of teachers and students daily, both inside and outside of the classroomTED Members: We currently have more than 15,000 paid online TED members, who support our mission and get access to virtual programmingTED Partners: We collaborate with a robust portfolio of companies to craft compelling partnerships across events, media platforms and custom opportunities. These programs are a unique opportunity to work with industry-leading brands and a key source of operating revenue and monetizationTED Translators: A global community of more than 50,000 volunteer translators who enable TED content to be subtitled into 115 languages, plus reliable AI-adapted voice-cloned dubbing and localization of TED platformsTED Fellows: Through this program, we provide transformational support to a global community of more than 500 remarkable individuals who collaborate across disciplines to spark change around the worldTED TV: Building on the Ideas Search model weve been honing for years, were expanding into longer-form non-fiction documentary programming built for streamersTED@Work: Our newest offering brings the spirit of TED ideas to workplace learning, along with speaker trainingTED Games: A nascent initiative with growing traction in the online gaming space. Our focus is on smart games that are both entertaining and ideas-basedTED NYC: 47,500 square feet of office space in downtown New York City, including our unique world theater, which weve used to host events and record talks since 2017Even more exciting are the new initiatives currently underway. TEDs brand stands for new possibilities, and TEDs leadership has strategies in place to produce new events, invest in new content formats, and build new ventures in learning and education. With new capital, these and other initiatives can extend TEDs impact to the next 25 years.Given the potency and complexity of all this, who best to take over TEDs future stewardship? Who could best turbocharge it for even greater global impact? A university with a large endowment willing to do something radical for the world? Another non-profit organization with significant extra resources? A major philanthropist, or group of philanthropists, with a vision for sharing powerful ideas at global scale? A media company looking for new, trusted content? A social media platform looking to replace dangerous algorithms with crowd-curated wisdom? One of the big AI platforms? A major city that dreams of creating an annual festival of ideas? A Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO) made up of every passionate member of the TED community, including you? Or perhaps the best move forward is to keep TED inside its current foundation and simply appoint a group of visionary board members to oversee it?I dont know yet. But with your help and input, Im excited to find out.Of course, this must be done wisely. TED is a unique offering in a complicated world, and I owe it to our community to ensure that TED continues to be animated by the values that have taken it this far. Any new leadership should have convincing plans on how theyll approach TED both now and for the long term. Here are some of the questions that well use to evaluate possible new stewards:1. Whats your vision?When I first took over TED all those years ago, we were at the dawn of a new era, as technological innovation and the web changed everything. Now, with astonishing developments in AI arriving almost daily, it seems were on the cusp of another key moment. So whats your vision to take TED into the future with clarity, confidence, and vigor?2. How will you ensure continued editorial independence?TED should continue to operate in service of the public good, never compromised by the commercial interests of any new owner. The engagement of sponsors, as we do at present, is fine, probably essential, and has helped TED immeasurably. But they and we know that we ultimately answer to the independent pursuit of truth, wisdom and hope.3. Will you commit to maintaining an open tent?In a divided world, it might be tempting to try and push TED to a comfortable spot on one or other side of the political divide. This cannot happen. TED must remain non-partisan and actually double down on efforts to embrace voices from a wide spectrum of viewpoints.4. How will you expand TEDs global reach?TED might have started in the US, but ideas know no borders. TED is for the world, and its journey toward a greater international footprint should continue. This should include ongoing support of our global community of TEDx organizers, TED Translators and TED-Ed educators, and our ambition to distribute TED content for free in multiple languages.5. How will you preserve TEDs content for the long term?TED is known for its TED Talks, which often reflect a lifetime of work from the speaker. In recent years, weve experimented with other formats too, and collectively the TED archive is a powerful catalog of human wisdom, expressed in that most ancient and powerful of communication forms: speech. Any future owner will need a plan to ensure these assets will be preserved in perpetuity.6. Will you commit to continued free distribution now and long term?Ideas are for everyone. TED should continue to offer free access to its core content to anyone in the world with an internet connection. 7. How large of a capital commitment can you make to TEDs future?For TED to realize its full potential, itll need new funding for the future growth of new programs and products and to allow the smart leverage of new technologies such as AI. The willingness to commit significant capital for the long term will be an important deciding factor. (Again, 100% of this money will be for TED, not for me.)What about me? Am I quitting TED? No! I love TED. Its a huge part of me. I want to be connected to TED as long as I live, and Im willing to continue to serve as adviser, cheerleader or co-host if the new leadership wishes. Itll be their call.Its going to take time to figure out who to pass TED on to. I know this period may be challenging for some, both on the TED team and in our community. I believe the outcome will be exciting, but of course the not-knowing will still need navigating. I want to thank you for your patience and trust.So. What now? Well, you can join the conversation on X, Facebook or LinkedIn. Or write to me at chris@ted.com. And if you might be interested in throwing your hat into the ring reach out to us at nextchapter@ted.com. We have retained LionTree Advisors to help us navigate our next steps, and will ensure we work together as a community as we enter this new chapter together.Finally, just to be clearThis. Will. Be. Great.With excitement and gratitude,ChrisFor press inquiries, contact press@ted.com.

News Inside the TED Gift Hub: A tradition of generosityPosted by: Sabina Osorio January 23, 2025at 12:38 pm ESTThe Gift Hub at TED2024: The Brave and the Brilliant, April 15-19, 2024, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Felicia Chang / TED)Generosity matters. Whether youre giving your time, your talent or a special gift, generosity is an important force in the world. Giving back not only feels good,its good for you, too.At TED, we give our talks away for free on the internet. We give our brand away for free through our TEDx program. We empower people around the world who are bringing real change to their communities through free programs and initiatives like the Audacious Project, TED Countdown and TED Democracy. As head of TED Chris Anderson says: Be brave. Give what you can, and then be absolutely amazed at what happens next.Align your giving with your valuesTEDs global community is built on curiosity, bravery and generosity. TED donors, patrons and partners help fuel our nonprofit mission to bring the gift of knowledge to millions of people around the world. All of the TED Talks you know and love are made possible thanks to the generosity of others.This spirit of giving extends to our events, where our in-kind gifting partners play a crucial role. By donating their goods and services, these partners help create the extraordinary atmosphere that makes the TED experience spectacular.Each of our outrageously generous in-kind partners are carefully selected not only for their quality of products but also for how their values and mission embody the spirit of TED. These partnerships allow us to offer our attendees gifts that are meaningful, memorable and aligned with the ethos of our community.Attendees at TED2024: The Brave and the Brilliant, April 15-19, 2024, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Jason Redmond / TED)A look inside the TED Gift HubAt TED2024, the Gift Hub wasnt just about giving it was about discovery. Attendees explored a curated selection of in-kind gifts, resources and communities that reflected TEDs values, including:Sustainable livingWe partnered with Solgaard (recycled plastic backpacks), Grosche (eco-friendly drinkware), Stasher (reusable storage bags) and Heirloom (sustainable coffee) to inspire an eco-conscious lifestyle.Creativity and explorationFor those fueled by curiosity, brands like LEUCHTTURM1917 (notebooks to capture bold ideas), Celestron (telescopes for stargazing) and Huion (digital design tools) offered endless opportunities for creative discovery.Mindful connectionTo encourage moments of reflection, relaxation and connection, we featured thoughtful gifts from Flare Audio (enhanced sound experiences), Nidra (tools for better sleep) and ShareWell (a peer support community).Wellness and growthAttendees were introduced to innovative brands like FitnessGenes (personalized fitness insights), Molecular You (health and wellness profiling), Outway (performance socks) and Plankplad (interactive fitness), making health and personal growth accessible and exciting.Attendees and in-kind partners at TED2024: The Brave and the Brilliant, April 15-19, 2024, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Jason Redmond / TED)Emerging tech and designFrom cutting-edge devices to imaginative tech, brands like Anything Speaker (portable speakers), Bond Touch (connection bracelets), EarFun (audio devices), Frenz (smart headsets), Mobvoi (AI wearables), Mymanu (translation earbuds), ZWILLING (kitchenware), Shelly (smart home solutions) and Petit Qoobo (robotic cushions) showcased tools and tech that enhance everyday life.Elevated self-careTo bring holistic well-being into attendees lives, we partnered with brands like Aesop (sensorial products), Graydon Skincare, Flaus (oral care tools), VERIPHY Skincare (eco-conscious skincare), Aramweer Organics (South Sudanese natural skincare), Mwani Zanzibar (seaweed products) and Spicewell (nutrient-rich seasonings), bringing thoughtful self-care to every aspect of life.Playful discoveryFinally, for moments of joy and discovery, brands like Fufuly (playful relaxation tools), Page6 (market intelligence for leaders), MoFi Electronics (premium audio), and Wicked Problem Solving (problem-solving frameworks) brought unexpected delight to the Gift Hub.Every gift was thoughtfully curated, empowering attendees to choose items that truly mattered to them. This intentional approach shifted the focus from accumulation to discovery, prioritizing meaningful gifting, reducing waste and connecting attendees with products and ideas that aligned with their values and needs.Attendees and in-kind partners at TED2024: The Brave and the Brilliant, April 15-19, 2024, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. (Photo: Jason Redmond / TED)What will 2025 bring?As we prepare for TED2025 (April 7-11, 2025), were already imagining how to surprise and delight our attendees with gifts that embody the themes of the conference and the spirit of TED. What stories will the items in the Gift Hub tell? How can each gift inspire curiosity, spark connections and encourage generosity in the lives of our community?This years theme, Humanity Reimagined, challenges us to think deeply about innovation, collaboration and the values that define us. Our gifting partners are hard at work designing and curating items that reflect these ideas, blending creativity, sustainability and purpose.From practical tools that promote mindful living to unexpected treasures that spark joy, each gift in the TED2025 hub will be thoughtfully chosen to enhance the experience of being part of TEDs global community.Stay tuned as we unveil the partners and surprises in store for TED2025. We cant wait for you to see and feel the generosity that makes TED a tradition unlike any other.PartnershipsTED2024

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News Announcing the speakers for TED2025: Humanity ReimaginedPosted by: TED Staff January 9, 2025at 3:00 pm ESTToday we are announcing the first batch of speakers who will take the stage at TED2025: Humanity Reimagined, happening April 7-11, 2025, in Vancouver, BC, Canada.Together with seven brilliant guest curators, were assembling a truly spectacular lineup representing everything from our dazzling digital futures and the cutting edge of AI to freedom, progress and the boundless expression of human creativity. TEDs commitment to amplifying voices that provoke novel thinking, inspire curiosity and bridge divides is stronger than ever.View the TED2025 lineup >>Speakers include:Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAIYoshua Bengio, Deep learning pioneerLei Cheng, JournalistAmaury Guichon, Pastry chef, chocolatierErin Teague, Chief product officer lead at Character.AIWhitney Wolfe Herd, Founder and executive chair of BumbleWell be adding (many) more speakers to the lineup soon, and we hope youll join us this April for TED2025 in Vancouver, where youll have the opportunity to dream, expand your sense of wonder and envision new paths forward.

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News The top 10 most popular TED Talks of 2024 and ideas for being a better you in 2025Posted by: TED Staff December 4, 2024at 9:00 am ESTAs 2024 wraps up, join us in celebrating the most popular, mind-blowing and must-watch TED Talks published this year. From cutting-edge AI to climate breakthroughs and transformative insights on human potential, our curated end-of-year-lists capture a compelling panorama of ideas that challenge, inspire and reimagine our collective future.From AI and technological innovation to climate change, social dynamics and global transformations, the most popular TED Talks of 2024 offer insights into the issues shaping the future:In this compelling collection of tech-focused talks, visionary speakers explore the frontiers of innovation from AI-powered coding and entertainment to vertical farming, limitless energy, robotics and how to govern emerging technologies:Dive into this collection of awe-inspiring TED Talks, featuring innovative thinkers exploring the frontiers of art, science, technology and human potential from dancing robots and hair sculptures to cultivated meat and transformative biological research:From the science of motivation to the everyday mysteries of microwaves to the dangers of rusty nails, these TED-Ed animations captured our audiences attention in 2024:Spark hope for 2025 with this diverse collection of voices championing creativity and action on the crucial challenges of our day:Whats the secret to self-improvement? Dive into this eclectic collection of TED Talks on the power of human connection, revealing how curiosity, vulnerability and authentic communication can reshape your relationships and understanding of the world:

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News Inflection: The talks of TED Salon, presented in partnership with Novo NordiskPosted by: Brian Greene, Maria Ladias, Oliver Friedman and Renae Reints December 2, 2024at 10:10 am ESTSally Kohn hosts TED Salon: Inflection, in partnership with Novo Nordisk, at the TED Theater in New York City on November 19, 2024. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED)Weve reached a pivot point in the global conversation about our bodies. In an evening of talks, four speakers delved into how science and innovation are reshaping our understanding of well-being, health and whats possible as we age.The event: TED Salon: Inflection, curated and hosted by Sally Kohn, and presented in partnership with Novo NordiskWhen and where: Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at the TED Theater in New York CitySpeakers: Katherine Saunders, Maija Williams, Adriana Galvn, Gabriella LascanoThe talks in brief:Katherine Saunders speaks at TED Salon: Inflection, in partnership with Novo Nordisk, at the TED Theater in New York City on November 19, 2024. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED)Katherine Saunders, obesity physicianObesity isnt just a lack of willpower, says doctor Katherine Saunders its a complex, chronic disease. Unpacking the science of why its so easy to gain weight (and so hard to lose it), she explains the evolutionary adaptations that have contributed to 42 percent of adults in the US qualifying as obese. She outlines the modern frontier of obesity treatment, including lifestyle interventions and new, powerful medications.Maija Williams speaks at TED Salon: Inflection, in partnership with Novo Nordisk, at the TED Theater in New York City on November 19, 2024. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED)Maija Williams, health equity championIn a powerful personal narrative and slam poem, healthcare executive Maija Williams exposes the stark disparities in the current system, recounting her experience dealing with a dangerous medical emergency. She delivers a passionate call to action all of us to recognize health care as a fundamental right that must be delivered equitably.Adriana Galvn speaks at TED Salon: Inflection, in partnership with Novo Nordisk, at the TED Theater in New York City on November 19, 2024. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED)Adriana Galvn, neuroscientistTeenagers brains are built for growth, adaptability and calculated risk-taking, explains psychology professor and neuroscientist Adriana Galvn. Drawing on 25 years of neuroscience research, she shares three powerful lessons from brain development during adolescence about embracing uncertainty, challenging the status quo and thriving on change to help us all navigate our own lives more boldly.Gabriella Lascano TED Salon: Inflection, in partnership with Novo Nordisk, at the TED Theater in New York City on November 19, 2024. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED)Gabriella Lascano, body positivity pioneerGabriella Lascano rose to prominence as a plus-size influencer, advocating for respect at any size with her natural blend of confidence and self-love. She shares how the death of a friend inspired a candid reassessment of her own health, sparking a viral conversation about balancing body acceptance with the complexities of weight, obesity and self-care.Joshua Roman performs at TED Salon: Inflection, in partnership with Novo Nordisk, at the TED Theater in New York City on November 19, 2024. (Photo: Gilberto Tadday / TED)Showing off his instrumental versatility, cellist Joshua Roman performs a rendition of Julie-O by Mark Summer and his own composition, Immunity.

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