The Global Brain Economy Summit – September 22, 2026
The Global Brain Economy Summit, which took place in New York on September 22, 2026 was a major gathering of policymakers, strategists, scientists, industry representatives and advocacy leaders committed to leading the brain-positive AI Economy. Organized in the week of the UN General Assembly, it was the fourth edition of the event, an annual strategic platform to drive the implementation of the Brain Economy. The convening was part of the UN Science Summit at the 81st UN General Assembly. The Summit focused on the growing importance of brain health as a foundation for societal resilience and economic prosperity, exploring how demographic trends, rising mental health pressures, and the escalating burden of neurological disorders make investment in the brain an urgent priority. The Summit looked ahead to an economic framework where cognitive capacity, creativity, emotional intelligence, and hybrid human-AI skills will define competitiveness, and where developing brain capital will be essential to navigating technological disruption and unlocking long-term growth. View all videos here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFV-LTI9ypGE
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