Amid rapid technological progress, the cultural sphere is undergoing significant transformations. Digital tools open new horizons for creativity, expand opportunities for audience engagement, and give rise to new forms of artistic expression. Alongside these possibilities, however, serious challenges arise: how to preserve the authenticity of artworks, what ethical norms must be observed, and how to protect cultural heritage from potential threats. Speakers will discuss the key advantages that new technologies can bring to the world of art, as well as the risks that require careful analysis and considered decisions.
Moderator:
Roman Karmanov, General Director, Presidential Fund for Cultural Initiatives.
Speakers:
- Sergey Novikov, Head of the Presidential Directorate for Public Projects;
- Mikhail Shvydkoy, Special Representative of the President of the Russian Federation for International Cultural Cooperation; Ambassador-at-Large;
- Irina Velikanova, Director General, State Central Museum of Contemporary History of Russia;
- Svetlana Balanova, Director General, National Media Group;
- Lina Arifulina, Russian director, actress, screenwriter, and producer;
- Borislav Volodin, Director, ANO “National Open Championship of Creative Competencies ‘ArtMasters’”;
- Gagiev, Director for Engagement with Creative Industries, Zvuk music service;
- Konstantin Bogomolov, director, Artistic Director of the Moscow Theatre on Malaya Bronnaya and the Roman Viktyuk Theatre;
- Yu Min Sok, CEO, Art Works;
- Mikhail Borisovich Piotrovsky, Director General of the State Hermitage Museum;
- Yulia Golubeva, Deputy General Director of Gazprom-Media Holding;
- Li Li, Candidate of Economic Sciences; Academician of the RAE; General Representative of the Russian Centre for the Development of Education, Science and Culture in China.