{"id":35630,"date":"2024-10-30T10:20:20","date_gmt":"2024-10-30T07:20:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entarabi.com\/?p=35630"},"modified":"2024-10-30T10:30:26","modified_gmt":"2024-10-30T07:30:26","slug":"future-investment-initiative-fii-institute-day-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entarabi.com\/en\/2024\/10\/future-investment-initiative-fii-institute-day-1\/","title":{"rendered":"Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute Day 1"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

RIYADH, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia \u2013 October 29, 2024 \u2013 <\/strong>The opening day of the 8th annual Future Investment Initiative (FII) kicked off at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Center, where global leaders, visionary innovators, and influential investors gathered to explore the theme \u201cInfinite Horizons: Investing Today, Shaping Tomorrow.\u201d<\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Under the leadership of CEO Richard Attias, FII Institute once again showcased its commitment to redefining the future of global investment and innovation, sparking dialogues around critical issues shaping the world. In attendance was Dr. Mustapha Madbouly, Prime Minister, Arab Republic of Egypt and Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shahbaz Sharif.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe Future Investment Initiative is about breaking traditional boundaries in thinking and expanding the possibilities of human achievement<\/em>,\u201d said Richard Attias, CEO of FII Institute. \u201cOn Day 1, we\u2019ve seen global visionaries layout powerful ideas and strategies that will shape how we address today\u2019s most pressing challenges and open up new horizons for humanity.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Standout moments from Day 1 of FII8:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Opening Plenary Session:<\/strong><\/em> The day commenced with insightful remarks by Attias, setting the stage for discussions that would bridge investment, innovation, and sustainable development. H.E. Yasir Al-Rumayyan, Governor of the Public Investment Fund (PIF)<\/em>, followed with a call to action, urging leaders to harness innovative strategies in the face of global shifts.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    1. H.E. Yasir Al-Rumayyan introduced the findings of the 2024 FII PRIORITY Compass<\/em>:<\/strong> providing crucial insights into the evolving landscape of global challenges. The report highlighted urgent priorities such as cost of living, governance and healthcare, urging stakeholders to align their strategies with sustainable development goals. He notes, \u201cAt this crucial moment, we stand on the edge of infinite horizons. We have the responsibilities and opportunities to shape a future that invests not only in our economies, but in humanity itself.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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      1. Board of Changemakers: Geoeconomics<\/em>:<\/strong> A distinguished panel, including BlackRock\u2019s Laurence Fink, Moderna\u2019s Stephane Bancel, Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited Laura Cha, Citadel\u2019s Ken Griffin, Sanofi\u2019s Paul Hudson, Google\u2019s Ruth Porat, HSBC\u2019s Former Group CEO Noell Quinn, Facebook\u2019s Co-founder Eduardo Saverin, Former CEO & Chairman, Google KBE Dr. Eric Schmidt, The Blackstone Co-Founder and Chairman, Stephen Schwarzman and Carlye Chairman and FII Institute Secretary of the Board, David Rubenstein<\/em> discussed the rising influence of the Global South, technological disruptions, and the need for novel economic systems to support sustainable global progress<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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        1. Special Conversation on Energy:<\/em> <\/strong>H.R.H. Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud <\/em>highlighted Saudi Arabia\u2019s leading role in the energy transition, emphasizing sustainable energy development as critical to achieving net-zero targets worldwide.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          5. Second Board of Changemakers: Banking & Investment:<\/strong><\/em> Industry titans, including H.E. Dr. Muhammad Al Jasser, Chairman, Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group; Tony O. Elumelu, Chairman, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Group; Founder, Tony Elumelu Foundation; Jane Fraser, CEO, Citi; Jenny Johnson, President & CEO, Franklin Templeton; Ron O\u2019Hanley, Chairman & CEO, State Street Corporation; Ted Pick, CEO, Morgan Stanley; Marc Rowan, Co-Founder & CEO, Apollo Global Management; Harvey M. Schwartz, CEO, Carlyle; Neil Shen, Founding & Managing Partner, HongShan; David Solomon, Chairman & CEO, Goldman Sachs; Makoto Takashima, Chairman of the Board, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation; and Bill Winters, Group CEO, Standard Chartered<\/em> analyzed the changing dynamics in financial management, emphasizing adaptability in the face of evolving economic conditions and geopolitical factors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          6. Titan of Industry \u2013<\/em> TikTok CEO<\/strong> Shou Chew<\/em> captivated audiences with insights into the impact of social media and digital platforms on global community-building, creativity, and cultural exchange, moderated by Richard Attias. Chew said \u201cTikTok has more than a billion users now. It\u2019s not just an app for young people but caters to everyone. It is not just about entertainment, but community, heritage, culture and arts.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          7. Launch of the <\/em>AI Inclusive Initiative<\/em><\/strong>: A global pledge aimed at ensuring inclusive AI deployment in emerging markets. This initiative brings together tech companies, knowledge partners, government policymakers, and the private sector. Funding will be deployed to projects in Emerging Markets. FII Institute 19 Knowledge Partners will be providing expertise and capacity-building support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          8. Third Board of Changemakers<\/em> on AI:<\/em> Future of AI <\/em><\/strong>including CEOs such as Shou Chew, CEO, TikTok; Jack Hidary, CEO, SandboxAQ; Benjamin Horowitz, Co-Founder & General Partner, Andreessen Horowitz; Travis Kalanick, CEO, CloudKitchens; Ruth Porat, President & CIO, Alphabet & Google; Jay Puri, Executive Vice President of Worldwide Field Operations, NVIDIA; Dr. Eric Schmidt, Founder & CEO, Schmidt Family Foundation; Co-Founder, Schmidt Sciences; Former CEO & Chairman, Google<\/em> focused on significant advancements in AI technologies over the past year, including breakthroughs in areas such as generative AI. The session also addressed the dual-edged impact of AI on employment. The conversation turned to the ethical challenges posed by AI, such as algorithmic bias, privacy concerns, and the implications of AI in decision-making processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          9. A Special Discussion <\/em>on The Future of AI with Elon Musk<\/em> left FII8 guests with key insights on how AI should prioritize the well-being of humanity. He emphasized, \u201cGoing Forward, we need AI that loves humanity, which is why xAI<\/em> was created. It seeks the best interests of humanity\u201d promoting a future where these technologies serve to uplift and enhance the human experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

          10. Announcement:<\/em> 12 financial and non-financial announcements were made all centered around the theme of investing in impactful solutions for humanity. These announcements highlight a commitment to fostering positive change across various sectors, emphasizing sustainable development, and innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          As FII8 progresses during the week, the Institute will convene deeper discussions on fostering collaboration, responsible investment, and bold new solutions that transcend conventional boundaries, all in pursuit of a sustainable and prosperous future for all.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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