Collab at 300km/h: When Sport Powers Stories & Tech

Event ID: PP1162672

Sun, Mar 15, 2026 | 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Venue: Room 412 (Hilton Austin Downtown)

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Summary

Pierre-Antoine Capton, CEO of Mediawan — Europe’s leading media groups (Brad Pitt’s Plan B, Léonine Studio, See Saw Films…)— shares insights on the F1 film and the growing role of sport as a catalyst for entertainment innovation and global IP. A fast-paced conversation on how sport is becoming a key growth engine for streaming, storytelling, and tech.

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