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TED Conferences

Operates open, cross-disciplinary startup accelerator

Overview

LockSchuppen - FutureLab2056 runs an accelerator built on open, cross‑disciplinary collaboration to cut the time from idea to market by more than half. It brings together engineers, designers, business minds, and other innovators in a shared space to reduce friction and speed development, leveraging the ecosystem’s network effects. Unlike traditional, siloed accelerators, it focuses on collaboration across disciplines and a strong community to accelerate progress. Its goal is to become essential infrastructure that enables faster, more connected creation for the next generation of companies.

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About TED Conferences

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Why TED Conferences is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

ConsultingVenture CapitalEducation

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

São Paulo, Brazil

Founded

1984

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What believers are saying

  • TED2026 drew momentum from AI, education, and democracy themes across 2026 programming.
  • TED launched the Khan TED Institute at TED2026 to stay relevant in AI education.
  • TED2027 in San Diego keeps the brand active with a fresh flagship conference launch.

What critics are saying

  • TED’s Vancouver moat ends in 2027, forcing a costly venue and audience reset.
  • Paid conference demand faces pressure if flagship programming loses scarcity and travel convenience.
  • OpenAI-style synthetic media and direct creator platforms erode TED’s gatekeeper advantage over talks.

What makes TED Conferences unique

  • TED2026 closed Vancouver after 11 years and moves to California in 2027.
  • TED combines live conferences, TED Live streaming, and a massive talk distribution platform.
  • TED partners with Google, LEGO, Khan Academy, and ETS on education initiatives.

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Benefits

  • Wellness Program
  • Mental Health Support
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Remote Work Options

Growth & Insights

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

22%

2 year growth

22%

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