SXSW Sydney

Former Chief Business Officer at Google Mo Gawdat shares a stark prediction about our future with AI. In a fascinating new episode of Steven Bartlett's podcast The Diary Of A CEO, Mo discusses how the AI revolution could dramatically reshape our world sooner than we think. Don’t miss the chance to hear more from Mo this October at SXSW Sydney. https://lnkd.in/dhHCktea

Big news on #TheGrowthAgenda this week — Jono Whyman and I had the chance to join the brilliant Danielle Long to reveal another heavy-hitter heading to SXSW Sydney this October: Jean Oelwang, CEO of Virgin Unite, is joining a powerhouse lineup that already includes Mo Gawdat, Lucy Guo, Jen Malone and many more. Don’t miss this conversation on leadership, impact, and the bold ideas shaping our future. SXSW Sydney is the place to be in October. #SXSW #SXSW2025 #VirginUnite #Leadership #Innovation #Impact https://lnkd.in/gPJZ3_bf

The Best Indie Games. Big Industry Conversations. Welcome to the SXSW Sydney Games Festival. 🎮 120+ indie games from over 38 countries 🤝 Power-up your career with curated networking, mentoring, and biz dev sessions 🎙️ Raw, unfiltered developer commentary sessions 💬 Honest convos on the future of the games industry From the largest physical indie showcase in the Asia-Pacific to deep-dive dev talks and bold industry sessions, SXSW Sydney isn’t just a festival, it’s where the future of games is being built. Read the full announcement and see what’s coming, link in our comments!

From a chance meeting to lasting impact — how SXSW Sydney helped Hockey Stick Advisory's Bryan Williams & Scott Cooper spark conversations, build partnerships, and unlock real growth.

"I really believe the SXSW Sydney Games Festival has become a space for games that don’t fit into traditional boxes. A place where creators can take risks and be celebrated for it.” 💬 NEW ISSUE UP! Our Games Program Producer, Peak Distapan, shares insights from the curation process 👇

Dr. Sandra Peter & Dr. Kai Riemer reminding us that SXSW Sydney is the place you go to get a pulse for what's next, as well as help build it. Filmed at the SXSW Sydney Studio, hosted by JMC Academy during SXSW Sydney 2024. Chat moderated by Rebecca De Unamuno To watch the full chat, click the link in the comments. 👇

Signal Messenger President Meredith Whittaker has warned the platform may leave Australia if required to weaken its encryption protections. ⚠️ In a new wide-ranging interview with The Australian ahead of her appearance at SXSW Sydney, she shares her strong stance on digital privacy, user data, and why some lines shouldn’t be crossed. Don't miss the chance to hear more from Meredith this October at SXSW Sydney! https://lnkd.in/eS4nFYiB

This year, we’ve made it easier than ever to find the ideas and conversations that speak to you at SXSW Sydney®'s conference. Take a look at our six programming areas, each designed to help you navigate the bold ideas, breakthrough innovations and world-class talent taking over the city this October. 🦾 Tech & Innovation 🤝 Business & Leadership 🎬 Marketing & Media 🏟 Culture & Lifestyle 💡 Creative Industries 🌎 Future & Sustainability Explore our six programming areas below and find the content that speaks your language👇

Looking back on an insightful discussion yesterday on the global impact of SXSW Sydney - and how the most innovative solutions emerge when diverse voices from around the world come together.   Sally Loane AM (Chair, Destination NSW) shared strategic insights on cultural exchange and global connectivity, whilst Nicolas Chartrand (Senior Trade Commissioner, Consulate General of Canada) outlined how countries can leverage SXSW's three global platforms for business and cultural impact.   Dr Vanessa Pirotta (Wildlife Scientist & NSW Premier's Woman of Excellence 2025) highlighted how SXSW creates unexpected collaborations—from whale research to AI conservation tools—demonstrating cross-sector innovation potential.   Simon Cahill (Co-Managing Director, SXSW Sydney) presented the vision for fostering creativity across technology, music, film, and games, positioning Sydney as a catalyst for global dialogue.   The conversation showcased how SXSW Sydney is becoming a vital platform for international collaboration, from Canada House programming to marine science breakthroughs in our "blue backyard." 

New Issue Up! "SXSW Sydney connected us with fellow innovators and accessibility advocates who genuinely want to make events more inclusive—not just for compliance, but because they believe in this mission." Chuhao Liu Co-Founder & CEO, Sunflower AI