Join Ian Khan, futurist and host, as he introduces the Milken Global Conference 2025 in Los Angeles. In this opening segment, Ian provides an overview of the event, highlighting key themes in innovation, finance, technology, and the future of industries worldwide. Get ready to meet thought leaders and visionaries as Ian sets the stage for insightful conversations with experts shaping the world of tomorrow.

Ian Khan is a Global Top 30 Futurist and was recently named one of Playboy Germany's "10 People Who Will Shape 2026" — the only futurist on a list alongside Sylvester Stallone, Bad Bunny, and California Governor Gavin Newsom. Ian is the USA Today bestselling author of Undisrupted and host of The Futurist on Amazon Prime Video, where he has conducted over 500 interviews with CEOs, government leaders, and innovators. He created the Future Readiness Score™, a framework used by organizations worldwide to measure preparedness for change. Ian delivers keynotes and workshops for Fortune 500 companies, governments, and global associations. His latest innovation, FutureSHIFTLab LIVE, transforms keynotes into live intelligence events where every attendee receives a custom AI-generated report.

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Join Dr. Boro Dropulić, pioneering scientist and biotechnology innovator, as he takes us through his groundbreaking journey in the field of gene and cell therapy. With decades of experience and a career spanning academia, entrepreneurship, and clinical innovation, Dr. Boro has been instrumental in shaping the future of genetic medicine. From developing the first safe Lentiviral vectors in humans to contributing to the creation of Kymriah®—the first FDA-approved gene therapy—his work continues to redefine the possibilities of curative treatments. In this insightful segment, Dr. Boro shares how innovation, collaboration, and purpose are driving the next generation of accessible and transformative cell-based therapies.

Ian Khan is a Global Top 30 Futurist and was recently named one of Playboy Germany's "10 People Who Will Shape 2026" — the only futurist on a list alongside Sylvester Stallone, Bad Bunny, and California Governor Gavin Newsom. Ian is the USA Today bestselling author of Undisrupted and host of The Futurist on Amazon Prime Video, where he has conducted over 500 interviews with CEOs, government leaders, and innovators. He created the Future Readiness Score™, a framework used by organizations worldwide to measure preparedness for change. Ian delivers keynotes and workshops for Fortune 500 companies, governments, and global associations. His latest innovation, FutureSHIFTLab LIVE, transforms keynotes into live intelligence events where every attendee receives a custom AI-generated report.

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Meet Cesar Pereira, Vice President of Business Development at Kadena Labs, where he drives institutional adoption and strategic partnerships in the evolving digital asset space.

About Cesar Pereira:
Cesar Pereira is a seasoned leader with over 20 years of experience in institutional finance. At Kadena Labs, he serves as Vice President of Business Development, focusing on connecting traditional financial institutions with the innovations of decentralized finance (DeFi) and blockchain technology. With his deep understanding of both TradFi and emerging digital asset ecosystems, Cesar plays a critical role in expanding Kadena’s reach and driving forward its Web3 initiatives.

About Kadena:
Kadena is a high-performance Layer-1 blockchain platform built for scalability, security, and energy efficiency. Powered by its unique braided, multi-chain architecture and smart contract language Pact, Kadena empowers developers and enterprises to build advanced Web3 applications with low gas fees and enterprise-grade performance.

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Introducing Lisa Loud, CEO of Secret Network and a visionary leader dedicated to advancing AI-driven, privacy-preserving technologies.

About Lisa Loud:
Lisa Loud is an expert in artificial intelligence with a strong engineering background and deep experience in fintech and blockchain sectors. As CEO of Secret Network, she focuses on harnessing AI for real-world applications while championing ethical AI and user privacy. Lisa specializes in machine learning, natural language processing, and privacy-preserving AI, emphasizing the protection of AI data through end-to-end encryption. She co-hosts the podcast Spilling the TEE, exploring the nexus of AI, blockchain, and Trusted Execution Environments (TEEs).

About Secret Network:
Secret Network is a privacy-first blockchain that enables encrypted data, smart contracts, and AI applications to operate securely and privately, empowering users with control over their data.

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Meet Jelena Djuric, CEO and Co-Founder of Noble, a pioneering blockchain platform enabling compliant digital asset issuance and powering decentralized applications.

About Jelena Djuric:
Jelena Djuric is the CEO and Co-Founder of Noble, an asset issuance blockchain that operates at the forefront of compliant digital asset issuance, including support for Circle Financial’s U.S. Dollar Coin (USDC). She has been a key player in the blockchain space, previously co-founding the Canadian Web3 Council, a national advocacy organization dedicated to fostering the growth of the cryptocurrency and Web3 ecosystem in Canada.

About Noble:
Noble is a blockchain platform designed for compliant digital asset issuance and management, facilitating the growth of decentralized applications and the broader Web3 ecosystem with a focus on regulatory alignment and interoperability.

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Introducing David S. Goyer — acclaimed writer, director, and producer shaping the worlds of superheroes, science fiction, and fantasy through compelling, character-driven storytelling.

About David S. Goyer:
David S. Goyer is a creative force behind some of the most iconic stories in modern pop culture. With a breakthrough writing credit on Blade (1998), he went on to co-write The Dark Knight trilogy and Man of Steel with Christopher Nolan. Goyer has written, produced, and directed numerous films and TV series, including The Night House, The Tomorrow War, Antlers, and the Apple TV+ series Foundation and Murderbot.

He has also contributed to television hits such as Da Vinci’s Demons, Constantine, Krypton, FlashForward, and The Sandman pilot. His narrative talents extend to gaming, with credits on Call of Duty: Black Ops and the VR experience Vader Immortal. As founder of Phantom Four, Goyer continues to blend visionary storytelling with deep genre expertise.

About Phantom Four:
Phantom Four is a creative production company founded by David Goyer. Known for its bold, genre-defining content, Phantom Four specializes in original IP development across film, television, and interactive media, pushing the boundaries of fantasy, sci-fi, and superhero storytelling.

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Discover the insights of Michael Casey, Chairman of the Decentralized AI Society (DAIS), a key figure shaping the future of decentralized artificial intelligence.

About Michael Casey:
Michael Casey is the Chairman of the Decentralized AI Society (DAIS), an influential organization dedicated to advancing the development and adoption of decentralized AI technologies. He is a renowned author, journalist, and thought leader in blockchain and cryptocurrency, with deep expertise in how emerging technologies intersect with finance, economics, and society. Michael’s work explores the ethical, economic, and social implications of decentralization and AI, helping guide industries and policymakers toward responsible innovation.

About Decentralized AI Society (DAIS):
The Decentralized AI Society (DAIS) is committed to accelerating decentralized AI adoption, focusing on data ownership, transparency, and empowering individuals through ethical AI frameworks.

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Meet Lorien Gabel, CEO & Co-Founder of Figment, a leading independent staking provider trusted by over 700 institutional clients worldwide, including top asset managers, custodians, and exchanges.

About Lorien Gabel:
Lorien Gabel brings over 30 years of experience in building and scaling global technology companies. As CEO and Co-Founder of Figment, Lorien leads one of the largest independent staking providers, serving more than 700 institutional clients such as asset managers, custodians, exchanges, foundations, and wallets. Figment was recently valued at $1.4 billion following investment from major firms including Thoma Bravo, Morgan Stanley’s Counterpoint Global, Franklin Templeton, and Fidelity’s Avon Ventures. Prior to Figment, Lorien held senior leadership roles at Fortune 500 company Micron and played a pivotal role in the growth of UK-based MessageLabs as Global VP of Business Development.

About Figment:
Figment is a premier independent staking provider, enabling institutional clients to participate securely and efficiently in blockchain networks through staking services. Figment supports a diverse client base including asset managers, custodians, exchanges, and blockchain foundations.

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Explore how Tricia Wang, CEO of the Decentralized AI Society (DAIS), is driving the adoption of decentralized AI to empower individuals and communities through data ownership and ethical technology.

About Tricia Wang:
Tricia Wang is a visionary leader committed to ensuring technology serves humanity. As CEO of the Decentralized AI Society (DAIS), she accelerates the adoption of decentralized AI technologies. Tricia co-founded the pioneering Crypto Research and Design Lab (CRADL), the industry’s first research lab exploring how decentralized tech empowers data ownership and community control. Known for her influential TED Talk on “thick data” — human-centric data that complements big data — Tricia has inspired millions with her insights into how people’s data fuels AI’s future. She also co-founded and led Sudden Compass, a consultancy that helped Fortune 500 companies transform their data strategies to be more human-centered. Tricia’s work bridges traditional enterprise with the decentralized future, emphasizing ethical AI and data sovereignty.

About Decentralized AI Society (DAIS):
DAIS is an industry organization dedicated to accelerating the adoption and development of decentralized AI, promoting data ownership, transparency, and equitable technology that puts users first.

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Join Alex Tapscott, Co-Founder of the Blockchain Research Institute and Managing Director at Ninepoint Partners, as he delves into the transformative power of blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and Web3 on business and society.

About Alex Tapscott:
Alex Tapscott is a renowned entrepreneur, author, and capital markets expert specializing in emerging technologies like blockchain and cryptocurrencies. His latest Wall Street Journal bestseller, Web3: Charting the Internet’s Next Economic and Cultural Frontier (Harper Collins, 2023), has been translated into six languages and is widely acclaimed for its insights on the future of the internet. As Managing Director of the Digital Assets Group at Ninepoint Partners, Alex oversees investments in digital assets at one of Canada’s leading investment firms managing over $6 billion. He co-founded the Blockchain Research Institute in 2017, a global think tank dedicated to researching blockchain strategies, use cases, and industry impact.

About Blockchain Research Institute:
The Blockchain Research Institute is a global think tank that investigates blockchain technology’s strategic impact and practical applications across industries, governments, and society. It supports leaders and organizations in understanding and leveraging blockchain innovations.

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