4YFN

Fair aimed at professionals that is part of the Mobile World Congressthe global event of the mobile industry. The 4YFN (4 years from now) is an event focused on innovation in the mobile and digital world. It aims to be a business platform for the creation of ideas and relationships between international companies, investors and corporations. In addition to Barcelona, 4YFN is held in Shanghai and Los Angeles.

4YFN features hundreds of companies from around the world with representatives from all areas of the technology industry and influencers in the global technology ecosystem.

Overall themes of the 2024 edition of 4YFN

To celebrate its tenth anniversary, the organization is expanding and extending an invitation to all to grow along with them. This year, two additional pavilions, additional stages, there will be more speakers and a variety of themes that will nurture and push startups to the next level.

• The Age of Artificial Intelligence: examines the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on industries, society and future work. It explores advances, ethical considerations and practical applications, highlighting how organizations can leverage AI to drive innovation, improve decision making and generate new opportunities.
• Growth: provides entrepreneurs with practical information, expert advice and inspiring stories to jump-start their entrepreneurial journey and overcome the challenges of building and scaling successful businesses. Get the advice you need to reach your goals and advance your business.
• Funding for Startups: provides valuable insights into the complex process of fundraising, addressing financing options, strategies for attracting investors, and financial management practices. Experts share tips, trends and tools to help startups successfully raise funds and make informed decisions on their path to growth.
• Corporate Innovation: Explores how established companies can drive growth and help startups stay competitive in an ever-evolving business landscape. Through real-world case studies, practical insights and best practices, it fosters a culture of innovation, embraces disruptive technologies and promotes fruitful collaborations.
• Art of Innovation: Dive into the powerful intersection of art, design and innovation, discovering how immersive experiences can enhance user engagement and transform industries. Explore the latest trends in digital art, creative storytelling and interactive design that are using technology to revolutionize the way we experience the world.
• Decentralization and Beyond: analyzing the rise of decentralized technologies, such as blockchain and distributed systems of record, and their potential to disrupt traditional industries, reshape governance models, and empower individuals. From the decentralized economy and decentralized finance (DeFi) to smart contracts.

Keynote speakers

• Nigel Toon, CEO, chairman and co-founder, Graphcore
• Sir Martin Sorrell, founder and executive chairman of S4 Capital
• Sara Bisbe, co-founder and AI technology director, Aily Lab
• Kamran Elahian, high-tech entrepreneur with 4 Unicorn IPOs, global innovation catalyst
• Carolina Aguilar Delgado, managing director, INBRAIN Neuroelectronics
• Hendrik Brandis, partner and co-founder, Earlybird Venture Capital
• Gregorio Ameyugo, Head of AI and Interactive Systems Division, CEA
• Chema Alonso, Chief Digital Officer, Telefónica