Wed 18 Nov11:45am–12:20pmFestival Stage
Building the Capacity to Thrive: Can Digital Infrastructure Create the Next Generation of Inclusive Economies?
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About This Session
Digital infrastructure can lower barriers to financial services, markets and public support, but access alone does not guarantee participation or prosperity. The harder task is building the skills, institutions, trust and locally relevant services that let people and businesses turn connectivity into opportunity. Drawing on experience across policy, development and fintech, this session examines what helps digital systems reach underserved communities, support livelihoods and strengthen local economies, and where infrastructure-led strategies fall short. Attendees will leave with a clearer view of the capabilities required to make digital growth genuinely inclusive.
- When
- Wednesday 18 November11:45am–12:20pm, Singapore time
- Where
- Festival StageHall 1, Singapore EXPO
- Access
- Premium Premium sessionWith a Delegate, Executive, Startup, Policy, Academic or Media Pass. You can also watch it online with a Livestream Pass.Compare all passes
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