Despite the city’s rainy reputation, the energy inside the conference venues couldn’t have been brighter and it didn’t rain once! Attendees immersed themselves in thought-provoking talks, hands-on workshops, and candid conversations with pioneers across industries. As TED’s Official Impact Partner, Culture3 played a key role in connecting visionary ideas with the people ready to make them a reality. TED2024 was a powerful reminder of what’s possible when bold thinking meets meaningful collaboration.

Conversations That Inspired Change

Held from April 15–19 2024, the event delivered a lineup of talks and discussions that stretched the boundaries of conventional thinking. Here are a few highlights that left a lasting impression:

• Building Bridges in a Divided World: Aziz Abu Sarah, a Palestinian peace advocate, and Maoz Inon, an Israeli entrepreneur, shared deeply personal stories of loss and resilience. Their candid conversation underscored the possibility of bridging even the most entrenched divides through dialogue and understanding.
• Reimagining Education: Economist and education innovator Karthik Muralidharan took on the global education crisis, offering practical ideas to make education more accessible and effective. His call for rethinking how we prepare future generations felt urgent and timely.
• The Future of AI and Robotics: Talks by Daniela Rus and Ray Kurzweil pushed the audience to rethink the role of artificial intelligence. Rus introduced "physical intelligence," imagining robots seamlessly adapting to human environments, while Kurzweil and Mustafa Suleyman (CEO of Microsoft AI) delved into the potential and ethical challenges of artificial general intelligence, which Suleyman described as a potential “digital species.”
• A Hopeful Perspective: Angus Hervey, founder of Fix the News, highlighted humanity’s quiet victories—examples of real progress that often get lost in the noise. "Hope isn’t something we have; it’s something we do," Hervey reminded the audience, leaving many inspired to focus on action rather than despair.‍
• A Moment of Authenticity: In a burst of joy, RuPaul Charles brought the house down with a simple, unforgettable truth: “If you can’t love yourself, how in the hell are you gonna love somebody else?” It was the kind of wisdom that felt both lighthearted and deeply meaningful.

Angus Hervey, founder of *Fix the News,* highlighted *... "Hope isn't something we have; it's something we do."

What’s Next?

As TED2024 came to a close, one thing was clear: the work is just beginning. The ideas and connections sparked in Vancouver have the potential to lead to real-world impact. At Culture3, our team left TED inspired to turn these bold ideas into tangible solutions.

Reflecting on her time at the conference, Nadia Alam, Chief of Staff, Culture3 shared: "I immersed myself in EVERY experience, in talks so powerful they brought me to tears and created relationships that will surpass the week at TED. It really was the Brave and the Brilliant!"

For those who attended and those who continue to engage with the ideas shared, the message was clear: the time to act is now. It’s time to innovate, collaborate, and create a better future.

About Culture3

Culture3 partners with TED to bring transformative ideas to life. By fostering collaboration and championing innovation, we aim to inspire progress and redefine what’s possible in today’s rapidly changing world.