Location
South Africa
Areas of Expertise
Expert Bio Mic Mann is a visionary entrepreneur, futurist, storyteller, investor, and globally recognized speaker at the forefront of exponential technologies, the metaverse, and Africa's digital future. As CEO of UBU (formerly Africarare) — Africa's first metaverse — Co-CEO of SingularityU South Africa, and co-owner of Mann Made, Mic has dedicated his career to future-proofing Africa and connecting the continent to the global digital economy. He holds an honours degree in scriptwriting, directing, and film production from AFDA, and brings over 25 years of experience in media, marketing, and events, having delivered 360-degree marketing and sales campaigns for numerous local and global Fortune 500 companies. Over the past nine years, Mic and his partners have been educating, inspiring, and empowering South Africans through Singularity University programmes, events, and online platforms, building a global community of change-makers committed to making a positive impact. With nearly two decades of experience developing online games and immersive digital environments, Mic is regarded as one of the world's leading experts in Virtual and Augmented Reality. He is a sought-after keynote speaker on AI, the metaverse, blockchain gaming, the future of work, Web3, NFTs, and the evolving global digital economy, consistently championing the transformative potential of exponential technologies to unlock African potential and drive meaningful change.
Sessions Introduction to Exponentials with Mic Mann
In this session, Mic will introduce you to the transformative principles of exponential thinking and technology, grounded in the Singularity framework. This session will challenge your perceptions of scarcity and abundance, helping you understand the rapid, exponential growth patterns that have driven technological progress in recent decades and how they will shape your future. Mic will guide you through key trends in exponential technology, explore the Law of Accelerating Returns, and identify the drivers fueling this growth. You'll learn how these technologies have the potential to disrupt industries, solve global challenges, and create a more prosperous future. This talk will equip you with the knowledge to harness the power of exponential technologies, ensuring you can future-proof your life and business.
The Future of Professionals
In this dynamic session, Mic Mann explores the transformative shifts in the professional landscape driven by exponential technologies. As emerging innovations like AI and automation redefine industries, Mic will challenge your understanding of professionalism and reveal how these changes are reshaping the nature of work and expertise. Mic will guide you through identifying key trends, adapting to the rapid advancements in technology, and leveraging new tools that are catalyzing the future of work. By embracing these exponential technologies, you'll learn how to not only stay relevant in an evolving job market but also turn challenges into opportunities for growth and leadership in the professional world of tomorrow.
Veracious Velocity of Virtual Reality
In this compelling session, Mic Mann takes you through the rapid evolution and transformative power of Virtual and Augmented Reality (VR & AR), technologies that are poised to disrupt every industry and redefine our experience of reality. From the early concepts of alternate worlds to today's cutting-edge platforms, Mic will illuminate the exponential growth driving VR and AR, highlighting their potential to revolutionize how we live, work, and play.
Mic will explore the myriad opportunities that VR & AR present, delving into the concepts of spatial computing and the AR Cloud, and discussing the ethical and economic implications of the emerging multiverse. By understanding the future of these immersive technologies, you'll be equipped to stay ahead of the curve, leveraging VR & AR to remain relevant and competitive in an increasingly digital world.
Onchain Gaming Revolution
In this session, Mic Mann delves into the transformative impact of Web3 and blockchain technology on the gaming industry, where the concept of true digital ownership is emerging as a revolutionary force. As gaming evolves into more immersive digital worlds, players are gaining unprecedented control over their in-game identities, assets, and environments, fundamentally changing how value is created and exchanged in the virtual space.
Mic will explore how decentralization in Web3 gaming empowers players, offering real, transferable ownership of virtual assets through blockchain technology. He will also uncover the future of fully on-chain games, where player-driven economies blur the lines between virtual and real-world assets, leading to new opportunities for gamers, developers, and investors. This talk will prepare you to embrace the onchain gaming revolution and be at the forefront of this exciting transformation in the digital landscape.
Exponential Opportunities in AI, Web3 and The Metaverse Talk
In this forward-thinking session, Mic Mann explores the transformative convergence of AI, Web3, NFTs, and the Metaverse, highlighting how these rapidly evolving technologies are disrupting industries and creating unprecedented opportunities. As they redefine business models, marketing strategies, and the future of work, Mic unravels how these innovations are changing our interaction with the digital world and opening up new avenues for engagement and growth.
Mic will guide you through understanding the evolution of these technologies, identifying new business opportunities, and leveraging immersive tools like AI-driven models, NFTs, and smart contracts. By positioning your brand or business at the forefront of this technological revolution, you can build a resilient, future-ready strategy that turns disruption into opportunity. This talk provides a roadmap for thriving in the dynamic digital landscape shaped by AI, Web3, and the Metaverse.
AI Content and Clone explosion
In this session, Mic explores the transformative impact of generative AI on content creation and the rise of AI clones that are set to redefine productivity. As AI technology rapidly advances, it is revolutionizing how content is produced, enabling faster, more efficient creation across various media. Additionally, AI clones—digital replicas and virtual assistants—are emerging to take on repetitive tasks, allowing individuals and businesses to amplify their productivity by focusing on more strategic, creative work.
Mic will delve into the future of content production and the implications of these advancements for industries, jobs, and society. This talk provides key insights into how to leverage generative AI and AI clones to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving digital landscape, empowering you to harness these technologies for maximum impact.
The Future of AI and Blockchain converance
In this keynote, Mic Mann delves into the convergence of AI and blockchain, two exponential technologies that, while seemingly opposite, are proving to be highly complementary. AI, with its centralization and reliance on massive datasets, scales intelligence and automation, while blockchain, with its decentralized and immutable nature, ensures security, transparency, and trust. Together, these technologies are creating powerful synergies that are poised to transform industries and redefine how we interact with digital systems.
Mic will explore how AI and blockchain are working together in areas such as decentralized AI networks, secure data sharing, and smart contracts, and will provide insights into the future of this convergence. As these technologies continue to evolve, they will unlock new possibilities for innovation, driving advancements in sectors like finance, healthcare, and governance. This talk will equip you with the knowledge to understand and harness the power of this technological fusion as it shapes the future.
