Future of Television 2026 Agenda

*Speakers, descriptions and times are subject to change

All times listed are Pacific Time
Nov 2026

Opening Remarks

The Conference Chairs Ned Sherman and Jay Tucker welcome participants and outline the day’s trajectory, spotlighting AI as a transformative driver for both television and streaming industries.   Speakers: Ned...
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Keynote: The New AI-Powered Television Economy

This keynote explores how AI is redefining content creation, distribution, recommendations, and monetization. A forward-looking perspective will highlight the convergence of television, streaming, generative AI, and automation.

AI in Content Creation & Production Workflows

Panelists will discuss how studios, streamers, and producers are integrating AI into scriptwriting, editing, localization, VFX, and post-production. Topics will include balancing creative innovation, efficiency, and intellectual property integrity.

Case Study: AI in Audience Discovery & Recommendation

This session will highlight how platforms are leveraging AI to deliver personalized content, enhance curation, and boost engagement—providing concrete insights on driving retention and subscriber growth.

The Business Model Impact of AI

Discussions will center on how AI is reshaping advertising, subscription models, content licensing, and global expansion. Panelists will explore emerging revenue avenues and potential risks.

Fireside Chat: Legal & Ethical Frontiers

A deep dive into the legal and ethical challenges posed by AI—covering topics like copyright, talent rights, residuals, and authenticity. Legal experts and industry representatives will discuss union frameworks and...
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AI & the Global Streaming Wars

Focused on how AI-powered tools are enhancing localization, dubbing, subtitling, and predictive analytics to give streaming platforms a competitive advantage in international markets.

Case Study: AI Inside the Studio & Network

Speakers will share real-world examples of how broadcasters and streamers are deploying AI across operations—from pilot programs to large-scale implementation, including key learnings and adoption challenges.

What’s Next for AI and Television?

This panel will project the future of AI in television over the next three to five years—debating whether AI will ignite creativity or commoditize content, and how businesses can gear...
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