In the heart of Athens, where ancient myths meet cutting-edge innovation, TEDxAthens celebrates its 15th anniversary with the theme "X Machina". Delve into the intricate tapestry of humanity's modern odyssey — a narrative woven with threads of technological marvels, human ingenuity, and ethical reckonings.
As the world hurtles towards an era of unprecedented technological advancement, "X Machina" beckons us to explore this convergence, to ponder the profound implications, and to chart a course guided by wisdom and compassion. Visionaries, innovators, and thought leaders from around the globe will converge to illuminate the path forward. You can’t miss this.
TEDxAthens 2024 promises to be a crucible for dialogue, exploration, and inspiration. Meet us at the Athens & Epidaurus Festival Pireos 260.
Book your tickets now and be part of the future, where Humanity Meets its Digital Destiny!
The upcoming TEDxAthens 2024, X Machina, will showcase an impressive lineup of speakers from diverse fields. Miyoko Schinner, a celebrated chef, author and entrepreneur, will share her journey in revolutionizing the vegan food industry and her advocacy for sustainable food systems. Dimitris Papanikolaou, a former basketball player, will discuss his work in raising awareness for autism, inspired by personal experience. Evy Poumpouras, a former U.S. Secret Service agent and Multi-media Journalist, will provide insights on a wide range of topics, such as behavioral analysis, situational awareness, and how to live life fearlessly. Patrick Tatopoulos, Director, Production and Costume Designer, will offer his expertise on shaping cinematic worlds and designing iconic characters.
Muzoon Almellehan, a Syrian refugee and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, will highlight the importance of education in crisis situations. Dr. Antonia Pontiki, a biomedical engineer, will present her groundbreaking work in 3D printing and healthcare innovations. John Tasioulas, a professor of ethics and legal philosophy, will explore ethical challenges posed by AI. Dimitris Gizopoulos, professor of computer architecture, will discuss advancements in computing systems reliability. Dr. Maria Neira from the World Health Organization will speak on the intersection of climate change, health, and policy. Roger Michel, a digital archaeologist, will share his work on heritage preservation through innovative technologies.
Andrew Winston, ranked #3 management thinker in the world by Thinkers50 and globally recognized expert on leadership and sustainability, will discuss strategies for building profitable companies that contribute to a better world. Clover Hogan, a climate activist and founder of Force of Nature, will talk about youth mobilization for climate action. Lastly, Nobel laureate Didier Queloz will share groundbreaking discoveries in exoplanet research and the quest for life beyond Earth.
TEDxAthens TICKET PERKS
EARLY BIRD / GENERAL / LATE BIRD / STUDENT
Conference attendance | Access to the lab (limited seat workshops) | Online networking tool (App) | TEDxAthens party at the end of the Conference
DONOR
Conference attendance | Free invitation to the Speakers’ & Team cocktail night out | Priority registration to the lab (limited seat workshops) | Online networking tool (App) | Full access to Speakers’ VIP lounge | Participate in Meet & Greet sessions with content curators | Main stage access during rehearsals | TEDxAthens party at the end of the Conference
PATRON
Conference attendance | Online networking tool (App) | Priority registration to the lab (limited seat workshops) | Main stage access during rehearsals | Participate in Meet & Greet sessions with content curators | Free invitation to our Speakers & Team cocktail night out | Premium TEDxAthens gift bag | Exclusive invitation to our Speakers' dinner & free pick up & drop off 3 complimentary General tickets | Fast track registration service | Full access to Speakers’ lounge | Early theater access | Post event exclusive secret adventure | TEDxAthens party at the end of the Conference
The ticket ensures your participation in a rich program with wide content. It allows the attendance of the talks at the Central & Alternative Stages, as well as the parallel actions that will take place on Saturday, October 5th, 2024, but does not necessarily ensure the availability of seats on each stage, as the total number of tickets concerns the total capacity of the two scenes.
The ticket gives you access to the food and drink experience during the day. As always, the available seats in the two scenes and the rest of the venues of the program are available with the practices of "free seating" and "first-come, first-served basis". You do not have the option to reserve seats at any time.
Participation in specific activities or workshops of limited capacity on the day of the Conference will be ensured through the pre-registration process. Information about the parallel actions or workshops and the possibility of pre-registration will be completed either via e-mail to all those who hold a ticket at that time or through social media.Don't wait until the last minute to grab your tickets! Pre-registration for conference workshops fills up quickly, and you don't want to miss out on these exciting parallel events happening on Saturday, October 5th, 2024.
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