Leadership Hunches vs. Digital Foresight plus a Demo of Futures Platform - Joren Kruip

This insightful session features **Joren Kruip**, Foresight Acceleration Manager at **Futures Platform**, in conversation with **Francis Wade** at the *Long-Term Strategy Conference 2025*. They explore the critical differences between relying on leadership hunches 🎯 and adopting structured **digital foresight** to navigate an increasingly volatile world. ### **🔑 Key Takeaways:** - **❌ Why traditional data & intuition often fail** to predict disruptive trends and "black swan" events. - **🔍 How organizations can systematically explore futures** to uncover blind spots and mitigate risks. - **👥 The power of collective foresight**—why teams, not individuals, must drive strategic planning. - **🌍 Real-world examples** of companies caught off-guard by unforeseen challenges and how foresight could have helped. - **💻 Live demo of Futures Platform**, showcasing how it consolidates global trends to empower proactive decision-making. Whether you're a **strategist, executive, or policy-maker**, this discussion will equip you with tools to move beyond guesswork and **build resilience** in uncertain times.

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The First Of Us

The First of Us – In a post-apocalyptic world, a small group of survivors uncovers the origins of humanity’s downfall. As they journey through a dangerous, desolate landscape, they realize they may hold the key to rebuilding civilization—or ensuring its final extinction.

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Game of Heros

Game of Heros is an action-packed fantasy epic where the fate of the world is decided in a battle of legendary warriors. When an ancient prophecy foretells an all-out war between the greatest heroes of all realms, champions from different eras and dimensions are summoned to fight for ultimate supremacy. Each warrior possesses unique abilities, weapons, and a past that drives them to victory—or doom.

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Venom

In a shadowy metropolis where danger lurks in every corner, an alien symbiote crash-lands on Earth, searching for the perfect host. Enter Eddie Thorn, an investigative journalist whose life takes a wild turn when he bonds with the mysterious entity known as Venom. As Eddie struggles to control the powerful, chaotic force within him, a new threat emerges: a rival symbiote with an insatiable thirst for destruction.

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Rabbit

The film builds tension through atmospheric cinematography, depicting haunting landscapes in Australia's Riverland region. Critics have praised Sarah Snook's performance but noted the film's reliance on familiar horror tropes, comparing it to The Babadook and Hereditary. Despite mixed reviews, Run Rabbit Run stands out for its exploration of motherhood, grief, and the psychological toll of buried memories.

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Migration

Migration is an animated family adventure produced by Illumination and directed by Benjamin Renner. It follows the Mallard family of ducks: Mack (voiced by Kumail Nanjiani), a cautious and overprotective father, his adventurous wife Pam (Elizabeth Banks), and their two kids, Dax and Gwen. Pam persuades Mack to take a once-in-a-lifetime journey from New England to Jamaica, flying through New York City.

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Krishna

In the vibrant land of Vrindavan, Krishna: Portrait unfolds as an intimate exploration of the life and legacy of Lord Krishna, one of history's most beloved divine figures. Through a series of rich, interwoven tales, the film captures Krishna's journey—from his mischievous childhood as a cowherd to his profound role as a spiritual guide and warrior.

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Kali

In a land where light and darkness constantly clash, Kali Maa tells the story of Devi, a humble village woman chosen by destiny to channel the fierce spirit of the goddess Kali. As the village faces an ancient evil threatening to consume their land, Devi is thrust into a battle beyond her comprehension.

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joker

In the heart of a dark and chaotic city, Jokar tells the chilling story of Arthur Krane, a struggling street performer with dreams of bringing joy to a world that only shows him cruelty. As society pushes him to the brink, Arthur's fragile psyche begins to unravel, transforming his laughter into something far more sinister.

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Deadpool

In a world where sarcasm and superpowers collide, Deadphool introduces audiences to an anti-hero like no other. When Wade Whimsical, a former mercenary with a knack for one-liners, undergoes a rogue experiment, he gains accelerated healing powers — but at a terrible cost. Armed with a twisted sense of humor and an impressive arsenal, he sets out on a relentless quest for revenge against those who wronged him.