Valletta
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Theme: Momentum

This event occurred on
February 1, 2025
Valletta, Valletta
Malta

"Momentum" is the official theme of TEDxValletta 2025. It embodies the energy driving local community forward, rooted in Malta's rich heritage and long-standing traditions. As the island undergoes rapid changes in technology, culture, and the economy, this theme captures the essence of building on a deep historical foundation while embracing new opportunities. The current momentum honours Valletta’s past while driving toward an innovative future. Join us to explore Malta’s journey and witness how the past and future come together.

Spazju Kreattiv Theatre
Pjazza Kastilja Pope Pius V Street Il-Belt Valletta, VLT 1030
Valletta, Valletta, VLT 1060
Malta
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Speakers

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Adam Sullivan

Social Media
How I Used Social Media To Spark Real Change Discover how social media can be a force for good in this inspiring talk. From turning likes into action to creating a nationwide policy for free gym access for young people, the discussion explores how online platforms can drive real-world impact. It delves into strategies for countering negativity, building authentic connections, and inspiring positive change. This is not just about going viral—it’s about making a difference.

Feres Mezghani

Blockchain
From Caves to Space: The Next Evolution of Human Cooperation with Blockchains Music, sports or your favorite cuisine - modern man craves the tribe. In tribes, we trust each other. We sing together, play together and eat together. We can cooperate. Trust is the secret ingredient that made humanity evolve from caves to space. Trust allows us to cooperate and build civilization. With blockchains, we have mathematically ensured trust, allowing us to evolve the way we cooperate. This new paradigm of trust makes it possible for people to work together, share their expertise and build a better future. It changes society, like the internet did decades before and paves the way for the next generation of innovators.

Marc Paul

AI
AI and Why Curiosity Alone Won't Save Us Curiosity has always been the engine of progress, from space exploration to Artificial Intelligence. But how do you treat curiosity for ambitious goals, when the outcomes are uncertain? How far can we go? This talk examines the two forces behind every leap in technology: the urge to push boundaries and the caution that guards against risk. Drawing lessons from NASA for today's AI environment, it highlights the need to balance exploration with skepticism.

Megan Easey

Society
The Power of Malta's Social Momentum Someone once said to me when I first moved to Malta in 2007 "Don't see everything all at once, you'll run out of things to do''. More wrong they couldn't have been. In discussing social momentum, this talks covers the context of Malta's Past, the climate of the Present Day and the phenomenal impetus of the island's people to continue creative diversity and greatness.

Naomi Scicluna

Young Generation
Getting Through The Panic Years The “panic years” represent a time of navigating expectations, comparisons, and self-doubt in a fast-paced world filled with opportunities and pressures. As traditional paths give way to freelance careers and evolving values like mental health and sustainability, the journey to redefine success can feel overwhelming. Hustle culture adds to the cycle of highs and lows, but resilience grows through shared struggles and support. This talk highlights that embracing uncertainty is key to personal growth, self-discovery, and redefining what matters.

Scott Lee Holloway

Business
Every Euro is a Vote: How Customers Drive Change and Build Momentum for Better Experiences Every Euro spent is more than just a transaction—it’s a vote. A vote for how companies treat their customers, employees, and the planet. This presentation will explore how everyday consumer choices shape businesses and drive change. It will highlight the power of intentional spending, the role of complaints as a tool for improvement, and how customer activism is redefining the future of business. The question is: what kind of momentum is being built? Every vote counts!

Organizing team

Oliwier
Taraszkiewicz

Malta
Organizer
  • Alexia Pizzuto
    Marketing/Communications