SXSW 2024 Unveils New Keynotes and Speakers, Including Selena Gomez and Tracy Chou
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The 2024 SXSW Conference & Festivals, set to begin in 10 days, announces a fresh wave of Keynotes and Featured Speakers, including Tracy Chou, Deonne Castaneda, and Selena Gomez, among others. This update adds to the anticipation for the 38th edition, promising diverse insights across 24 Tracks of programming.
With just 10 days until the kickoff of the 2024 SXSW Conference & Festivals, excitement builds as a new group of Keynotes and Featured Speakers are announced for the event's 38th iteration in Austin, Texas. This year's conference is set to delve into a wide array of topics across 24 Tracks of programming, with significant emphasis on online privacy, creator earnings, and advocacy.
Hugh Forrest, the Co-President and Chief Programming Officer, highlighted the inclusion of three notable Keynotes who have been at the forefront of important advocacy work in their fields. Tracy Chou, founder and CEO of Block Party, and Deonne Castaneda, Head of Product Design at Block Party, are slated to discuss the current state and future of online privacy. Jack Conte, CEO of Patreon, will explore the evolving landscape of creativity on the web, particularly the challenges creators face with current internet algorithms and the promise of new platforms like Patreon.
The conference will also feature an array of prominent speakers from various sectors, including Pamela Adlon, Samantha Bee, Danny Brown, Michael Dell, Colman Domingo, Kirsten Dunst, Ilana Glazer, Selena Gomez, Nick Kroll, Conan O’Brien, Lilly Singh, Sydney Sweeney, Margrethe Vestager, and many more, further enhancing the depth and diversity of the program.
Attendees are encouraged to register by March 2 to take advantage of reduced rates. The Platinum Badge offers primary access to all conference sessions, film and TV screenings, music showcases, and networking opportunities, ensuring a comprehensive SXSW experience from March 8-16, 2024.
The conference will cover a broad spectrum of topics, from the creative process behind music and film to the intricacies of the Billboard charts and the dynamics of the tech industry. Sessions will range from behind-the-scenes looks at Austin City Limits and discussions on the future of moviegoing to conversations on mental health and the impact of technology on society.
The 2024 SXSW Conference & Festivals promises to be an eventful and insightful gathering, bringing together leaders and innovators from around the world to share their knowledge, experiences, and visions for the future.