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Keynote SpeakerChristina Yan Zhang

UN ITU Vice Chairman of Metaverse Working Group- an energetic, humorous and extremely knowledgeable thought leader on all topics relating to frontier technologies

Dr Christina Yan Zhang is an award-winning leader with 18 years of experience turning forward-thinking ideas into successful businesses. She has extensive experience working with UN leaders, governments ministers, universities presidents, and Fortune 500 CEOs on innovation strategies. Christina is a metaverse pioneer since 2006 and completed a PhD using... Read more

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Shattering The Glass Ceiling: Women Leading In The Digital Future Of 2040
The Rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Future of Work and Skills
Welcome to the ‘CitiVerse’ - a tech-enabled, citizen-centred future city
AI and Frontier Technologies - A Global Industrial Revolution

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Biography

Between 2013 and 2020, she was China Director for QS World University Ranking and grew the UK-headquartered firm’s success in China. In 2016, China’s Vice Premier highlighted the use of QS rankings in a speech, with the rankings impacting £750bn- 5 years funding allocations to 3005 universities with 48 million students.

Between 2012 and 2013, she worked in the UK Parliament developing policies for the Shadow Business Secretary’ team.

Christina was the first Chinese elected to the national executive of the UK National Union of Students (NUS) since 1922, and represented the interests of one million international students studying at 600 UK higher and further education institutions who contribute £60bn annually.

She has sat on 20+ advisory committees for UNESCO, World Bank, Commonwealth, EU, and UK Governments. She is the UN International Telecommunication Union(ITU)’s Vice Chair on Metaverse Working Group on Sustainability, Accessibility & Inclusion and Co-chair of Task Group on Pre-standardization for the CitiVerse with the mandate to set up the first UN roadmap using emerging technologies to develop citizen-centred future smart cities, leading to international standards.

Alongside the 73rd President of the UN General Assembly, she is one of six leaders appointed to the advisory council of Centre for Science Futures at International Science Council, the world’s largest science body with a membership of 230 national and international academies of sciences, to advise on the impact of frontier technologies.

For two years, Christina contributed to the BBC as a campus journalist. She has seven years’ experience as a TV presenter for People’s Daily, interviewing heads of states and the CEOs of Fortune 500 companies.

She regularly meets with top leaders, is a frequent keynote speaker at high level events, and is interviewed by media.

She recently chaired the opening panel for The World Intellectual Property Organization’s summit on IP and Metaverse, addressed UNESCO on the future of education, and the UN High Level Political Forum on future cities, UN Science Technology Innovation Forum on Sustainable Development Goals, ICAO on future aviation, UN Tourism on Innovation.

“Dr Yan Zhang is an energetic, humorous and extremely knowledgeable thought leader on all topics relating to frontier technologies. As a speaker at HFS events, her insights on GenAI – especially when it comes to the legal and environmental issues is particularly topical as enterprises continue to experiment and look to scale and future proof their operations”. Leader of the OneCouncil (Enterprise Advisory Board), HfS Research

“It is with great admiration and appreciation that we recognize Dr Christina Yan Zhang, CEO of The Metaverse Institute, for her invaluable contribution to the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies(DCDT). Dr Yan Zhang graciously accepted our invitation to address the DCDT as a keynote speaker at a metaverse webinar. Her presentation was extremely well received and resonated deeply with our audience, paving the way for further discussion within the department on the development of a comprehensive roadmap for the implementation of the metaverse in the South Africa context. Dr Yan Zhang’s profound understanding of the Metaverse, significantly enriched our discussion and provided clear direction in a complex and rapidly evolving field. Her contribution has laid a strong foundation for our ongoing efforts, and we look forward to continuing our collaborations with Dr Yan Zhang and The Metaverse Institute as we explore the vast potential of the Metaverse for our nation”. Director for Innovation, Department of Communications and Digital Technologies, South Africa

“Thanks to Dr Zhang once more for her professionalism, openness and interpersonal intelligence. We only hope that she will agree to further cooperate together in the future.” Head of the Foreign Relations, Tourism and Events Office, Brasov Municipality, Romania

“Dr. Christina is, without a doubt, a force of inspiration and change.” Founding Partner - Athena FundX

Popular Talks by Christina Yan Zhang

Shattering The Glass Ceiling: Women Leading In The Digital Future Of 2040
Learn about the latest digital innovations and their impact on gender equality and leadership. Witness how women are using technology to create a more equitable world and empower yourself to be a part of this transformation. Join a dynamic exploration of how women are leading the charge in a people-powered...
Learn about the latest digital innovations and their impact on gender equality and leadership. Witness how women are using technology to create a more equitable world and empower yourself to be a part of this transformation.

Join a dynamic exploration of how women are leading the charge in a people-powered digital future. Discover how emerging technologies like AI, Quantum Computing, and Brain Computer Interfaces are enabling women to shape a future that’s inclusive and empowering for all.

Session Key Takeaways:
- Gender Equality in Tech Leadership: Gain insights into the current state of gender equality in tech and the challenges that remain.
- Exploring Cutting-Edge Technologies: Understand the potential of groundbreaking technologies set to redefine our world by 2040.
- Empowering Women in Tech: Through case studies and examples, learn how women can use these technologies to break barriers and lead the way towards a more inclusive future.
The Rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Future of Work and Skills
Artificial Intelligence, once science fiction, is now coming into our workplaces. But fear not, for this evolution presents an opportunity – a chance to redefine the human-machine partnership. By training employees to get the best out of AI tools, we can enhance their productivity. Session Key Takeaways: Worldwide, there is...
Artificial Intelligence, once science fiction, is now coming into our workplaces. But fear not, for this evolution presents an opportunity – a chance to redefine the human-machine partnership. By training employees to get the best out of AI tools, we can enhance their productivity.

Session Key Takeaways:
- Worldwide, there is already a mismatch between what universities are teaching and the skills that industry needs. This is only set to worsen with the rise of AI in the workplace.
- The latest predictions from tech leaders indicate that AIs could be competitive with human workers in many industries within three to five years. Millions of workers may have to retrain.
- The future workplace is likely to place a premium on the training and monitoring of AI systems, as well as on human-to-human interactions. Learn more about the opportunities this presents for the workers of the future.
Welcome to the ‘CitiVerse’ - a tech-enabled, citizen-centred future city
Dive into the CitiVerse, where cutting-edge technologies like AI, digital twins, and quantum computing converge to create an urban living environment that truly responds to citzens’ needs and aspirations. Learn how cities around the world are already harnessing technology to make everyday life smarter, greener, and more connected, and shaping...
Dive into the CitiVerse, where cutting-edge technologies like AI, digital twins, and quantum computing converge to create an urban living environment that truly responds to citzens’ needs and aspirations.

Learn how cities around the world are already harnessing technology to make everyday life smarter, greener, and more connected, and shaping a future where cities work for their people, not the other way around. Get ready to reimagine urban living in this session brimming with innovative possibilities.

Session Key Takeaways:
- Have a full understanding of the key challenges cities will face in the years and decades ahead.
- Identify the cutting edge technologies that can be used to help citizens to play an active role in the daily management and development of cities that are sustainable, resilient and equitable.
- Learn how cities can create the governance arrangements and planning roadmaps necessary to make sure that these cutting-edge technologies benefit citizens’ lives, while mitigating the risk of unwelcome outcomes.
AI and Frontier Technologies - A Global Industrial Revolution
Get ready for a seismic shift in how we work, create, and connect! This session gives an overview of how AI and other cutting-edge technologies are shaping the future of industries worldwide, with a keen focus on practical examples. AI as the Mastermind: how AI algorithms are optimizing production lines,...
Get ready for a seismic shift in how we work, create, and connect! This session gives an overview of how AI and other cutting-edge technologies are shaping the future of industries worldwide, with a keen focus on practical examples.
- AI as the Mastermind: how AI algorithms are optimizing production lines, predicting market trends, and even designing next-generation products, propelling industries to new heights of efficiency and innovation.
- Frontier Tech Toolbox: How other technologies such as robotics, blockchain, 3D printing, and the metaverse could disrupt and redefine established industries.
- Reimagining Connectivity: Discover how frontier technologies are blurring geographical boundaries, enabling seamless collaboration, and paving the way for a more interconnected and equitable global marketplace.
- Challenges and Opportunities: We’ll also delve into the ethical considerations and potential pitfalls accompanying this technological revolution, ensuring a responsible and inclusive path forward.
- Future-Proofing Your Journey: Leave with actionable insights to harness the power of AI and frontier technologies for your own business or industry, navigating the wave of change with confidence and agility.