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News Integrity in the Age of AI: What the Global Principles Mean in Practice 
Industry leaders unpack globally endorsed principles for AI in news, focusing on permission, fair value, attribution, and plurality. Hear how collaboration between media and tech is shaping standards for safety, accuracy, and transparency.

Moderator:
Jane Barrett, Head of AI Strategy, Reuters

Panelists: 
Liz Corbin, Director of News, European Broadcasting Union (EBU) 
Geraldine Russell, Head of AI Data Partnerships, Microsoft

Gabe Brotman, Executive Vice President, Axel Springer

Growing Revenue, Preserving Trust: The Future of News Media Challenge
Explore how leading media executives are balancing sustainable commercial growth with editorial integrity and audience trust. Gain insights into the latest trends and strategies shaping the future of news.

Moderator: Anna Cotton, Senior Director Agency Marketing, Reuters

Panelists: 

Phil Andraos, General Manager,  Reuters Digital 

Ben Goldberger, General Manager and Executive Director of Editorial Content, BBC Studios  

Jordan Vita, VP of Product at The New York Times

Rethinking your operations around AI 
AI at the enterprise level is difficult. How can you move your organisation quickly enough? How do you retool your entire business to facilitate the transition?

Moderator: Jane Barrett, Head of AI Strategy, Reuters

Panelist: Henry Williams, Senior Manager, Product Management, Reuters

Accelerating Innovation in News Media: Prioritizing Technology, Talent and Timelines
Discover how technology investments, AI adoption, and product innovation are driving engagement and growth in news media. This panel will share actionable strategies for balancing talent development with rapid innovation in a fast-changing landscape.

Moderator: Jonathan Leff, Global Editor, Newsroom AI, Reuters

Panelists: 
Mahesh Ramachandran, CTO, Reuters 
Tim Forrest, Head of Content Distribution and Commercial Innovation, ITN 
Ashley Nutter, SVP Product Management and Design, CNN
Ariscielle Novicio, CTO, New York Post  

Mapping News Creators and Influencers in Social and Video Networks
Exploring the rise of news creators and influencers as powerful voices in today’s media ecosystem. Mitali Mukherjee, co-author of the 'Mapping News Creators and Influencers in Social and Video Networks' report will

present key findings from one of the most comprehensive studies of its kind.

Future of News: How Creators and Influencers Are Reshaping Journalism 
As creators and influencers redefine news and commentary, this discussion examines the impact on trust, accountability, and public discourse. Learn how the creator economy is transforming journalism and what it means for the future of media.  

Moderator: Mitali Mukherjee, Director, Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism

Panelists: 
FTMM Founder Tara Palmeri 
Daily Wire Co-Founder & The Ben Shapiro Show Host Ben Shapiro 
The David Pakman Show Host David Pakman 
The Don Lemon Show Founder & Host Don Lemon