The rapid rise of AI is driving a boom in hyperscale data centers, resulting in a generational surge in electricity demand. This shift, however, has implications beyond energy. From transport and digital connectivity to utilities and urban systems, infrastructure is the critical backbone of the digital economy and emerging as a cornerstone for long-term capital deployment. How can investors capture the opportunities in this transformative phase, while balancing resilience, innovation, and sustainable growth?

Host: David Fergusson | CNBC Events Moderator

Asia now drives more than 60% of global growth, according to the IMF. Home to some of the world’s largest and most innovative companies, the region is driving new engines of growth through technology, trade and consumer demand. This discussion explores how Asia’s dynamism is reshaping the global economy, the opportunities it creates for multinational companies, and the challenges of sustaining this growth.

Host: Chery Kang | Correspondent and Anchor, Squawk Box Asia, CNBC

Closing the gender gap represents a powerful economic opportunity, with greater inclusion proven to drive stronger performance, innovation, and more resilient growth. This discussion explores how women are shaping the future of business, policy and society, and what it takes to move from inclusion to influence.

Host: Spriha Srivastava | VP, Executive Editor, Digital, CNBC

With a rapidly aging population and rising demand for accessible, high-quality care, how will technology transform global healthcare? We highlight the critical role of technology in redefining patient outcomes, improving efficiency and building more sustainable health systems for tomorrow.

Host: Emma Crosby | CNBC Events Moderator

As companies accelerate their digital transformation, the demand for talent with digital fluency and AI expertise is outpacing supply. Businesses are grappling with a global talent race, rising competition for top skills, and the challenge of equipping today’s workforce for tomorrow’s needs. How can companies, educators, and policymakers collaborate to cultivate future-ready talent pipelines, foster continuous upskilling, and ensure inclusive access to opportunities in the age of AI?

Host: David Fergusson | CNBC Events Moderator

In today’s tough external environment and volatile markets, startups are rethinking what success looks like. Investors are demanding profitability over pure growth, while founders focus on building resilience, sustainable growth, and credible paths to exit. This roundtable explores how companies can navigate this new reality.

From technological shifts, geopolitical tensions, climate pressures to evolving social expectations, the world today is defined by constant change. This roundtable discussion explores how CEOs and companies can thrive as the playbook keeps evolving.

Host: Spriha Srivastava | VP, Executive Editor, Digital, CNBC