Financial Times Live

What’s shaping the next wave of private credit deals? On Oct 20, #PCConnect brings together 500+ leaders to explore asset-based finance, NAV lending, direct lending and more through live discussion and real insight. View the agenda: bit.ly/3U0CQem

The @FT & @Schroders #BBYA25 judging panel has been announced. On 18 August, they'll reveal the longlist of titles shaping our understanding of business, policy and the economy. Meet the judges: bit.ly/45aeB3y

An engaging evening with @IBM, exploring how AI is reshaping sport. Thank you to our a speakers including @SolManOfficial and @jensmithy85, who discussed fan interaction, digital platforms and personalisation.

Europe’s tech future is at a crossroads. Can industry and policymakers unite on innovation, investment and resilience? Hear from @HennaVirkkunen and CEOs from @orange, @nokia and @telefonica at the #FTConnectEurope Forum on Sept 23. Register now: bit.ly/4nLYPUa

#AfricaSFAwards | Participez aux Africa Sustainable Futures Awards avec @ftlive & le Groupe @Banquemondiale ! Les 5 catégories récompensent des initiatives innovantes qui créent plus & de meilleurs emplois en Afrique. Postulez avant le 15/08 : miga.org/story/innovati… (en anglais)

🍚 Asia’s rice crisis is a global wake-up call By 2050, we’ll need 30% more rice—but yields grow <1%/yr. Japan is already facing shortages Join CGIAR, @ftlive & @ADBInstitute at The Race for Global Food Security to explore science-driven solutions! 🌾 on.cgiar.org/40RPCzs

Thanks to all who joined us for Seizing Growth in a Disrupted Global Economy, our Singapore in-person briefing in partnership with @dbsbank. Leaders explored trade shifts, financial strategy, and treasury’s role in resilience. Watch the event on demand: bit.ly/3GDr3iV

Programme highlights for the #FTWeekendFestival are here - celebrating ten years with bold ideas, big conversations, and standout moments. From chocolate tastings to jazz at Kenwood House, explore what’s in store this 6 September: bit.ly/40u40xP

FT Live Rewind ⏪ : WEF 2025 We're taking a look back at Davos, where we spoke with Mark Sadovnick, Managing Partner at the 5th Element Group. Listen in to Mark's discussion surrounding mental health & why all organisations should firmly prioritise it. #FTDavos #FTLiveRewind

As we brought our FT Live webinar to a close, presented in partnership with the World Plastics Council, Carlos RV Silva Filho said: “Building the bridge between the two worlds - the waste management world and the production sector - will be critical.”

As our FT Live webinar comes to an end, held in partnership with the World Plastics Council, Elisabet Sandnes, CSO at Faerch, shared this insight: “This is where it gets very beautiful. Mixed waste doesn’t have a value but as soon as it gets sorted out it can have a value.”

Speaking at the FT Live webinar, held in collaboration with the World Plastics Council, on Revaluing Waste: The Future of Plastic as a Commodity, Benny Mermans said: “The focus of the agreement should really be on ending plastics pollution and not on ending plastics production”

At our FT Live webinar, held in partnership with the World Plastics Council, Ambassador Maria Angelica Ikeda said: “[We need] Clear rules for everybody to understand the incentives for this big wide transformation that will cost a lot of money.” Join here bit.ly/3FSuVMA

How can the LATAM region chart a path that is both sustainable and prosperous? Join the FT and over 20 influential voices in finance and policy in São Paulo this August for the Climate and Impact Summit LATAM. Apply to attend now: tinyurl.com/4stf4pka

How greatly will AI impact sports and fan engagement? Listen as former England legend Sol Campbell discusses the next steps for AI in fan engagement and how sports is evolving to cater to customers that cannot physically attend games. #Football #AI #Fans #premierleague

Join senior leaders from Allianz, DBS, EY, HP, NUS, Volvo + more at the FT and @dbsbank high-level finance briefing. Join in Singapore OR via free livestream | 16 July Don't forget the 30-day on-demand access. Register: bit.ly/3GDr3iV

We are pleased to announce the #FTConnectEurope Forum is returning to Brussels on 23 September, bringing together policymakers and industry CEOs to discuss Europe's race for digital competitiveness. Reserve your free digital pass or apply to attend: bit.ly/4nLYPUa

With plastic production set to triple by 2060, can waste become a global resource? Join the FT and the World Plastics Council to explore the economic and environmental case for a circular plastics economy. 📅 15 July | 14:00 BST 🔗 bit.ly/3FSuVMA

Join us at ABS Asia 2025 to connect with a diverse community of investors, issuers, regulators, and service providers. Tailored networking awaits. See who's attending and register now: bit.ly/4eEn3eO #ABSAsia

Shine a light on the work you're doing in Africa. The @FT and @WBG invite you to enter the Africa Sustainable Futures Awards celebrating innovative solutions that foster inclusive growth, sustainability and opportunity in Africa. Submit your entry: bit.ly/3ZKNc5g