The Next 3 Billion explores the ideas, investments, and innovations transforming the world's fastest-growing regions.
This full day of live journalism will convene global leaders for on-the-record conversations examining the decisions, investments, and policies needed to unlock one of the defining economic and societal opportunities of our time.
Semafor Editors will examine the urgent, complex, and consequential issues reshaping the future of the world's fastest-growing economies, from capital flows and critical minerals to AI, energy, and global development.
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The Next 3 Billion is a live, in-person convening taking place against the backdrop of the UN General Assembly in New York City.
A full day of live journalism will showcase global leaders, coming together for on-the-record conversations about how to unlock one of the biggest social and economic opportunities of our time: connecting the unconnected.
You can request an invitation to attend by submitting your name and details here. Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee admission. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and you will be formally notified by email when your application to attend is approved.
The Next 3 Billion convenes interconnected global visionaries whose ideas will forge the future of global economic opportunity. This event is designed for senior, forward-thinking leaders shaping the global economy. Attendees include senior public and private sector executives, representatives from civil society organizations, academics and media.
Confirmed attendees are encouraged to stay for the whole program, however attendee check-in will be available throughout the event.
The Next 3 Billion will be live streamed for those not in New York City. You can register for a virtual broadcast pass here.
Attendance is free. To join us, delegates must either receive a formal invitation or submit an application to attend. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and approved applicants will receive a formal registration confirmation via email.
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