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6 ways to make better online connections | Margaux Miller

6 ways to make better online connections | Margaux Miller

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Networking expert Margaux Miller offers a fresh playbook for making meaningful connections online, presenting six tips for building online relationships that emphasize quality over quantity and the importance of genuine, personalized interactions. Learn how to be more thoughtful in your approach to making new connections with practical suggestions that can fuel both personal and professional growth.

How AI will answer questions we haven't thought to ask | Aravind Srinivas

How AI will answer questions we haven't thought to ask | Aravind Srinivas

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Human potential will only accelerate with AI answering questions better and faster than ever before, says Aravind Srinivas, cofounder and CEO of conversational search engine Perplexity. He examines the trends driving new AI-powered tools that nourish curiosity and creativity — and how they might usher in a new era of intellectual growth and discovery. "Knowledge does not really care about who you are, where you're from or who you have access to. Rather, what matters is the next question you're going to ask," says Srinivas.

Climate progress isn't a sprint — it's a marathon | Greg De Temmerman

Climate progress isn't a sprint — it's a marathon | Greg De Temmerman

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Fighting climate change is much like long-distance running: a complex journey filled with obstacles, fast-changing conditions and the need for constant adaptation. Drawing on his own experience as an ultramarathon runner, energy expert Greg de Temmerman charts a path for climate action that balances difficult choices and imperfect solutions with the need for urgent progress.

Confessions of a recovering people pleaser | Baron Ryan

Confessions of a recovering people pleaser | Baron Ryan

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Internet filmmaker Baron Ryan talks to himself, but he doesn't always like what he has to say. In a funny, existential play (where Ryan plays both himself and his mind), he contemplates the paradox of being a people pleaser, the efficacy of melatonin gummies and the squirming questions that keep many of us up at night.

How AI is decoding ancient scrolls | Julian Schilliger and Youssef Nader

How AI is decoding ancient scrolls | Julian Schilliger and Youssef Nader

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AI researcher Youssef Nader and digital archaeologist Julian Schilliger share how they used AI to virtually "unroll" and decode the Herculaneum scrolls, burnt and buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius nearly 2,000 years ago. Learn how AI could help decipher a range of artifacts, revealing clues about the mysteries and achievements of the ancient world.

The potential US TikTok ban — and what's at stake | Clay Shirky

The potential US TikTok ban — and what's at stake | Clay Shirky

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The clock is ticking on social media giant TikTok, which faces a nationwide ban in the United States unless its parent company, ByteDance, sells it by January 19. Social media theorist Clay Shirky unpacks why the US is trying to ban TikTok, what it means for the app's users and creators and the implications for national security, freedom of speech, US-China relations and more. (This interview, hosted by TED's Whitney Pennington Rodgers, was recorded on January 8, 2025.)

The biggest global risks for 2025 | Ian Bremmer

The biggest global risks for 2025 | Ian Bremmer

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2025 ushers in one of the most dangerous periods in world history — on par with the 1930s and early Cold War, says Ian Bremmer, president and founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media. Highlighting the top geopolitical risks for the year ahead, Bremmer explores the impact of Donald Trump’s return to power in the US, the breakdown of the US-China relationship, the consequences of a rogue Russia, the future of unchecked AI development and more, plus some bright spots amid these unprecedented challenges. (This interview, hosted by TED’s Helen Walters, was recorded on January 6, 2025.)

How AI can bridge the Deaf and hearing worlds | Adam Munder

How AI can bridge the Deaf and hearing worlds | Adam Munder

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Software engineer Adam Munder is on a mission to break down communication barriers between the Deaf and hearing worlds. In a live demo, he introduces OmniBridge — an AI platform that translates American Sign Language into English text in real time — and demonstrates how this tech could ensure every conversation can be fully understood, regardless of the participants' hearing abilities. Munder is joined onstage by ASL interpreter Christan Hansen and TED’s Hasiba Haq. (Made in partnership with Intel)

Can AI companions help heal loneliness? | Eugenia Kuyda

Can AI companions help heal loneliness? | Eugenia Kuyda

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AI companions could either be the cure to our loneliness epidemic … or humanity's final downfall, says Eugenia Kuyda, creator of Replika — an app that allows you to create AI friends. She explores the potential of this technology to either exacerbate isolation or encourage connection, advocating for an AI whose success is driven not by clicks and screen time but by human happiness and flourishing.

Solar energy is even cheaper than you think | Jenny Chase

Solar energy is even cheaper than you think | Jenny Chase

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How prevalent is solar power, really? According to researcher Jenny Chase, it's already displacing fossil fuels in key energy markets around the world. She explains the rise of affordable solar power and dives into how her team tracked its rapid installation in unexpected countries, offering a vision of a brighter, more sustainable future.

Break the bad news bubble (Part 2) | Angus Hervey

Break the bad news bubble (Part 2) | Angus Hervey

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It's time for our periodic update of good news from Angus Hervey, founder of Fix the News, an independent publication that reports stories of global progress. In a quick talk, he shares three major updates of recent human progress on eradicating ancient diseases, establishing massive new ocean sanctuaries and transforming children's rights. (This conversation was recorded on December 2, 2024.)

How to protect your emotional health during the holidays | Guy Winch

How to protect your emotional health during the holidays | Guy Winch

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The end of the year is often a time to reflect and spend time with family — activities that may seem joyful or anxiety-inducing, depending on your circumstances. Psychologist Guy Winch offers actionable advice on how to manage your emotions with confidence during the holidays, from setting boundaries to healing heartache — above all reminding you that emotional health is possible, as long as you're informed and willing to do the work. (This live conversation was hosted by TED's Whitney Pennington Rodgers. Visit ted.com/membership to support TED today and join more exclusive events like this one.)

How to feed 10 billion people — without destroying nature | Andy Jarvis

How to feed 10 billion people — without destroying nature | Andy Jarvis

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Feeding 10 billion people without wrecking the planet means rethinking protein, from plant-based and fermented foods to lab-grown meat that tastes like the real thing. Presenting an exciting menu of sustainable options, food futurist Andy Jarvis highlights innovations, investments and policies that could help drastically lower our carbon footprint and provide everyone with the nourishment they need — without telling anyone what to eat.

How to turn setbacks into success | Amy Shoenthal

How to turn setbacks into success | Amy Shoenthal

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Success rarely happens in a straight line, with setbacks all but guaranteed along the way. What's the best way to recover? Leadership coach Amy Shoenthal lays out the four phases of the "setback cycle" and explains how to transform difficult moments into opportunities for reinvention and progress.

3 reasons to take risks like a teenager | Adriana Galván

3 reasons to take risks like a teenager | Adriana Galván

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Is embracing your inner teenager the key to thriving in adulthood? Neuroscientist Adriana Galván shares three powerful lessons from decades of research into adolescent brain development, exploring what teens can teach us about embracing uncertainty, challenging the status quo and taking strategic risks — all tools for a bold, brave life.

The absurd inequality of climate work — and how to fix it | Joshua Amponsem

The absurd inequality of climate work — and how to fix it | Joshua Amponsem

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When it comes to tackling the climate crisis, the majority of the workforce in Africa believes their role is in the labor-intensive, low-income work — not in the strategic, analytical or leadership-based spaces, says climate visionary and entrepreneur Joshua Amponsem. He advocates for a shift in climate funding that fosters local talent and leadership, envisioning a future where African youth are key innovators in the climate movement.

Can you love your body — and still want to change it? | Gabriella Lascano

Can you love your body — and still want to change it? | Gabriella Lascano

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Gabriella Lascano rose to prominence as a plus-size influencer, advocating for respect at any size with her natural blend of confidence and self-love. She shares how a friend's death led to a candid reassessment of her own health and sparked a viral conversation about the complex intersection of body image, community and personal growth.

How to make big decisions in challenging circumstances | Jonathan Reimer

How to make big decisions in challenging circumstances | Jonathan Reimer

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When making a big decision, should you trust your gut or follow the data? Emergency manager Jonathan Reimer draws on his experience responding to some of Canada's largest wildfires to share advice on high-stakes decision-making that you can take to your boardroom, kitchen table or anywhere else.

Want to give a great presentation? Use ugly sketches | Martin J. Eppler

Want to give a great presentation? Use ugly sketches | Martin J. Eppler

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Looking to level up your presentations? It might only take a poorly-drawn sketch, says professor Martin J. Eppler. He offers three tips to use visualizations at work, laying out how these simple tricks can boost creativity and communication, improve decision-making and lead to better collaboration among colleagues.

The aquaculture revolution is coming | Gibran Huzaifah

The aquaculture revolution is coming | Gibran Huzaifah

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Aquaculture — or the practice of farming in water — is the fastest-growing food system in the world, says tech entrepreneur Gibran Huzaifah. He shares the story of how a moment of near-starvation during his university years sparked his mission to take on global hunger, starting with a tech platform that empowers small-scale fish farmers, dramatically increasing their output and income. He asks: Can feeding fish help feed the world?

Does your heartbeat shape your sense of time? | Irena Arslanova

Does your heartbeat shape your sense of time? | Irena Arslanova

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Do you ever feel like time slows down when you’re bored but flies when you’re having fun? Cognitive neuroscientist Irena Arslanova explores the ways your brain and heart shape your perception of time, revealing how your heartbeat doesn’t just keep you alive — it also influences whether moments feel fleeting or stretched.

The mind-reading potential of AI | Chin-Teng Lin

The mind-reading potential of AI | Chin-Teng Lin

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Scientists are getting closer to giving humans the power to communicate with their thoughts alone. In a live demo, researcher Chin-Teng Lin shows how brain-computer interfaces can translate a person's neural signals into text on a computer, potentially opening up a new realm of communication that turns silent thought into words.

Why your body fights weight loss | Katherine Saunders

Why your body fights weight loss | Katherine Saunders

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Why does losing weight often feel like an uphill battle? Physician Katherine Saunders unpacks how our bodies are wired to store fat, revealing that obesity isn’t simply a lack of willpower — it’s a complex, chronic disease rooted in evolutionary biology. She shares the science behind the latest breakthroughs in treatment, from lifestyle interventions to powerful new medications.

The real-world danger of online myths | Vidhya Ramalingam

The real-world danger of online myths | Vidhya Ramalingam

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How do we protect ourselves from being misled online? Counter-terrorism expert Vidhya Ramalingam reveals how disinformation is being weaponized to justify violence — increasingly against climate scientists — and introduces a powerful tool called "prebunking": a proactive approach that empowers people to recognize and reject manipulative messages before they take root.

How a deepfake almost ruined my political career | Cara Hunter

How a deepfake almost ruined my political career | Cara Hunter

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A nightmare scenario happened to politician Cara Hunter: just weeks before her election, she became the victim of a deepfake scam that threatened to upend her life and career. In a fearless talk, she explores AI's potential to undermine truth and democracy — and offers a path forward to harness this powerful technology as a force for good. (This talk contains mature language.)

How to reclaim your life from work | Simone Stolzoff

How to reclaim your life from work | Simone Stolzoff

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Where do you draw the line between work and life? Writer Simone Stolzoff explores the problem with defining yourself by your job — and shows what it takes to reclaim your time and sense of meaning beyond the office.

How distributed work can unlock your potential | Avani Prabhakar

How distributed work can unlock your potential | Avani Prabhakar

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The option to work from home means that work truly works for everyone, says Avani Prabhakar, chief people officer of a large tech company. She explains how flexibility and asynchronous collaboration in a distributed workplace can unlock diverse global talent, level the playing field for introverts and actually increase productivity — without damaging company culture. (Made in partnership with Atlassian)

The trick to powerful public speaking | Lawrence Bernstein

The trick to powerful public speaking | Lawrence Bernstein

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Why do so many of us get nervous when public speaking? Communication expert Lawrence Bernstein says the key to dealing with the pressure is as simple as having a casual chat. He introduces the "coffee shop test" as a way to help you overcome nerves, connect with your audience and deliver a message that truly resonates.

How AI is saving billions of years of human research time | Max Jaderberg

How AI is saving billions of years of human research time | Max Jaderberg

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Can AI compress the yearslong research time of a PhD into seconds? Research scientist Max Jaderberg explores how “AI analogs” simulate real-world lab work with staggering speed and scale, unlocking new insights on protein folding and drug discovery. Drawing on his experience working on Isomorphic Labs' and Google DeepMind's AlphaFold 3 — an AI model for predicting the structure of molecules — Jaderberg explains how this new technology frees up researchers' time and resources to better understand the real, messy world and tackle the next frontiers of science, medicine and more.

Can AI master the art of humor? | Bob Mankoff

Can AI master the art of humor? | Bob Mankoff

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Can artificial intelligence be funny, or is comedy a uniquely human trait? In this witty and insightful talk, cartoonist Bob Mankoff explores the art of humor, the evolution of AI and what happens when the two collide.

How your childhood toys tell your life story | Chris Byrne

How your childhood toys tell your life story | Chris Byrne

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What was your favorite toy when you were a kid? Your answer might reveal more about you than you expect, says toy historian Chris Byrne. From Matchbox cars and Barbie to Rubik's Cube and Squishmallows, he explores how playthings reflect cultural values and influence who you become as an adult.

Why do you love your favorite songs? | Scarlet Keys

Why do you love your favorite songs? | Scarlet Keys

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Songs are the soundtrack of our lives. But why exactly do they make us feel the way they do? Songwriter Scarlet Keys sits down at a piano to deconstruct the tools musicians use to make a melody unforgettable — from tone and repetition to lyrics and chords — and sheds light on music's ability to transform moments into memories.

I’m a conservative — and I care about the climate, too | Danielle Butcher Franz

I’m a conservative — and I care about the climate, too | Danielle Butcher Franz

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Environmental challenges aren't for just one political party to deal with — everyone must work together to solve them, says climate champion Danielle Butcher Franz. Drawing on her work with young conservatives mobilizing environmental action, she shares how bridging divides and embracing shared values is the only way to tackle one of the world's biggest problems.

Why violence is rising with global temperatures | Peter Schwartzstein

Why violence is rising with global temperatures | Peter Schwartzstein

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Climate change doesn't just melt ice caps, it also fuels conflict, corruption and division worldwide, explains TED Fellow and journalist Peter Schwartzstein. From droughts in Syria to rising seas in Bangladesh, he explores how climate stress escalates existing social instabilities — and underscores why every effort to curb a warming world matters, no matter how small.

Can salad dressing transform capitalism? | Alex Amouyel

Can salad dressing transform capitalism? | Alex Amouyel

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What if businesses were designed to maximize impact — not just profits? Alex Amouyel, president and CEO of Newman's Own Foundation, details the organization’s commitment to donate all of the profits from the food company it owns — and shows what the “100% for purpose” movement can teach us about doing business, philanthropy and capitalism differently.

How community-led research drives social change | Monica Malta

How community-led research drives social change | Monica Malta

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What's the best way to develop and implement solutions to social problems? TED Fellow and human rights activist Monica Malta discusses why traditional, top-down policymaking often fails by excluding key voices and missing root causes. She shows why community-based participatory research — a method that empowers communities to co-create solutions to their own challenges — taps into the resilience and strength of everyday people to be leaders of change.

How I imitate nature's voices | Snow Raven

How I imitate nature's voices | Snow Raven

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You're about to hear the sounds of several different creatures — from the voice of one single musician. In a spellbinding talk and performance, singer Snow Raven mimics the hoot of an owl, the grumble of a bear, the howl of a wolf and more.

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How to be an "apocalyptic optimist" | Dana R. Fisher

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Dana R. Fisher calls herself an "apocalyptic optimist" based on her research as a sociologist of large social movements. Her studies suggest that ever-increasing climate disasters will get people out in the streets demanding the action we need. She breaks down how to cultivate resilience to catastrophe in yourself and your community — and how to rally for change in the face of seemingly intractable problems.

Can Europe win the age of AI? | Thomas Dohmke

Can Europe win the age of AI? | Thomas Dohmke

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GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke discusses Europe's readiness to lead the next era of AI innovation, examining how the continent's tech ecosystems stack up against those in the US. In conversation with TEDAI Vienna co-curator Vlad Gozman, Dohmke explains the three key shifts that will help Europe thrive in the age of AI — and shows how GitHub's initiatives can empower anyone to build new ideas around the world.

Can curiosity heal division? | Scott Shigeoka

Can curiosity heal division? | Scott Shigeoka

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Curiosity is about seeking what unites us rather than clinging to what divides us, says author and curiosity expert Scott Shigeoka. Drawing on his research into fostering connection and healing division, he shares what he learned traveling across the US meeting people with views opposing his own — and shows why recognizing our shared humanity begins with getting curious.

The art of marketing — for good | Raja Rajamannar

The art of marketing — for good | Raja Rajamannar

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Can marketing transcend traditional business goals and actually be a force for good? Mastercard CMO Raja Rajamannar shares how purpose-driven initiatives — like “touch cards” for the visually impaired and debit cards that let people choose how their names appear — align profit with purpose and position businesses to create meaningful, positive change. (This conversation was hosted by TED's Whitney Pennington Rodgers.)

K-pop, cutting-edge tech and other ways Asia is shaping the world | Neeraj Aggarwal

K-pop, cutting-edge tech and other ways Asia is shaping the world | Neeraj Aggarwal

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For a long time, the conveyor belt of ideas moved from the West to the East, says business strategy expert Neeraj Aggarwal. But now, Asia’s rising cultural and intellectual influence is redefining this established order. He explores how Asia’s booming culture and economy — from K-pop to cutting-edge tech — is sparking creative solutions to global challenges and reshaping the future in unexpected ways.

Is AI progress stuck? | Jennifer Golbeck

Is AI progress stuck? | Jennifer Golbeck

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Will progress in artificial intelligence continue to accelerate, or have we already hit a plateau? Computer scientist Jennifer Golbeck interrogates some of the most high-profile claims about the promises and pitfalls of AI, cutting through the hype to clarify what's worth getting excited about — and what isn't.

"Careful" / "Veils" | Xiuhtezcatl

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Musician Xiuhtezcatl raps, sings and plays piano in a performance seamlessly blending influences from his Indigenous and Mexican heritage.

Forget the corporate ladder — winners take risks | Molly Graham

Forget the corporate ladder — winners take risks | Molly Graham

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Success in your career looks different for everyone — but no matter your industry, you'll need to take risks. Company and community builder Molly Graham shares three key skills to learn before jumping off the metaphorical cliff, outlining a path off the corporate ladder and into true professional and personal growth.

Why friendship can be just as meaningful as romantic love | Rhaina Cohen

Why friendship can be just as meaningful as romantic love | Rhaina Cohen

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We tend to consider romantic partners and family ties to be our most important relationships, but deep friendships can be just as meaningful. In a perspective-shifting talk, author Rhaina Cohen introduces us to the people unsettling norms by choosing a friend as a life partner — and shows why we're all better off recognizing there's more than one kind of significant other.

Trump’s 2024 election win — and what’s next | Ian Bremmer

Trump’s 2024 election win — and what’s next | Ian Bremmer

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In this in-depth discussion on the implications of Donald Trump’s re-election as US president, geopolitical expert Ian Bremmer explores the key issues that shaped the result — as well as the coming shifts in US foreign policy, from the Russia-Ukraine conflict to the US-China relationship and the Middle East. Learn more about the economic pressures, complex global dynamics and central personalities (including Elon Musk) that will define a second Trump presidency. (This live conversation, recorded on November 7, 2024, was hosted by TED’s Helen Walters.)

Your relationship expectations could be holding you back | Stephanie R. Yates-Anyabwile

Your relationship expectations could be holding you back | Stephanie R. Yates-Anyabwile

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What if the secret to a happy relationship isn’t following the rules, but rewriting them? In this refreshing talk, couples therapist Stephanie R. Yates-Anyabwile explores why letting go of traditional societal expectations of romantic relationships — like sharing the same routines or even, in some cases, living together — can help couples embrace their individuality, reduce conflict and build stronger, more fulfilling connections.