Et si penser librement avait un prix ? Dans ce TEDx, Inès Léonarduzzi explore ce que nous sacrifions parfois au nom de nos idées : des amitiés, des liens, voire notre humanité partagée. En partant d’une rupture amicale déchirante, elle interroge la montée des dogmatismes, l’idéologie invisible qui colonise nos pensées et notre difficulté à vivre avec celleux qui ne nous ressemblent pas.Convoquant neurosciences, philosophie politique, anecdotes personnelles et exercices concrets, l’oratrice nous fait traverser les zones grises de la pensée, là où naît la fraternité véritable : celle qui ne repose pas sur l’accord, mais sur le respect des désaccords.Dans cette prise de parole, nous nous rappelons que la pensée libre est exigeante et qu’elle est aussi le seul chemin possible vers une société pacifiée. À l’heure où nos convictions deviennent parfois des conditions d’amour, cela pose une question fondamentale : sommes-nous encore capables d’aimer sans exiger d’être approuvé•es ? Inès Leonarduzzi est fondatrice de l’ONG Digital For The Planet et cofondatrice de Gordian, une solution d’IA dédiée à la cybersécurité démocratique. Experte des enjeux technologiques et environnementaux, elle accompagne institutions et entreprises sur la transformation numérique durable et la responsabilité culturelle. Professeure à Sciences Po, elle intervient également à l’ONU, Stanford ou Harvard sur les thèmes de l’innovation éthique, du leadership féminin et de la souveraineté numérique. Son engagement a été reconnu par de nombreuses distinctions, dont Forbes (40 femmes les plus influentes), le Prix Femmes de Culture, le Choiseul 100 et La Tribune. Elle anime également un podcast mensuel autour des grandes transitions de notre époque. Son expertise à la croisée de la tech, de l’écologie et des politiques publiques en fait l’une des voix montantes de l’innovation engagée. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

George Buhnici took the stage with a visionary talk about the future of technology and the essential role of human community in an ever-shifting landscape. His message was strong and clear: “The future of humanity lies in human connection.”In a world where artificial intelligence is gaining ever-greater influence, he sounded an alarm and invited reflection: Where does Romania stand in a global context dominated by technology? He spoke about the next five years—an interval he predicts will bring faster, deeper change than any period experienced by the last three generations.Buhnici underscored the urgent need to safeguard our language, identity and purpose in a world where the new currency is intelligence and processing power. He also issued a call to Romanian tech and AI specialists: create local value, build data centers and AI solutions “made in Romania,” and carry our country into 2030 with heads held high—ready for the new normal. George Buhnici is a Romanian journalist, vlogger, and innovator, known for his passion for technology and sustainability.With a media career spanning over 25 years, he began in 1997 and spent eight years hosting the first tech show on ProTV, the market leader during his time there. Fascinated by life-improving solutions, George—together with a team of specialists—built the first premium passive house in Romania, the ninth of its kind in the world. The project generates more energy than it consumes, proving that sustainability can be both comfortable and practical.In 2017, he took the stage at TEDxCluj, where he shared his experience of having a chip implanted in his hand, exploring the boundary between technology and humanity. Today, through his online platform, he covers a wide range of topics—from tech innovations to health and mobility—continually inspiring a growing community to think differently. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

For the first time on a TEDx stage, Mihail stepped in front of the TEDxCopou audience with emotion and courage, offering a sincere, deep dive into his own story—a journey of searching, falling, and healing.He spoke about moments of losing his way, the pressure of fame, and the need to reconnect with himself. After the huge success of the song “Mă ucide ea,” he felt overwhelmed and detached, choosing not to perform it for seven years while retreating to rediscover who he was.Mihail also shared a striking experience: nine months spent in isolation—alone in a wilderness cabin with only cats, mice, and a dog for company. There, between silence and domestic chaos, he wrote, meditated, and found himself again through music.On the TEDxCopou stage we met not just Mihail the artist, but Mihail the person—vulnerable, profound, authentic. He closed with a moving performance of a song he composed on Grigore Vieru’s poem “Ca prima oară,” leaving the audience with tears in their eyes and full hearts.a Originally from Moldova and now based in Cluj-Napoca, MIHAIL was creatively shaped by the nightlife scenes of Berlin and Krakow. He has amassed over 180 million streams and views across digital platforms, scored multiple number-one hits in Romania, and achieved airplay success in Italy (platinum record), Spain, and Poland. At the end of 2024, he released “Dincolo De Noi” (link), a single that quickly entered national radio playlists (Top 10 Mediaforest) and reached #2 on Shazam Romania. Last year, MIHAIL was invited to perform at Glastonbury (UK) – one of the world’s biggest festivals – and Eurosonic (NL), Europe’s most prestigious showcase event. Two long-awaited tracks, “DEFECT” and “INIMA”, already known to fans from live shows and YouTube, have just been officially released on all streaming platforms. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

"What if?" est un événement stimulant conçu pour susciter des discussions visionnaires et inspirer une pensée innovante. À travers des conférences captivantes, nos intervenants et participants sont invités à remettre en question les idées reçues, explorer des réalités alternatives et imaginer des solutions audacieuses aux grands défis mondiaux. Entrepreneur engagé pour une alimentation plus durable, Guillaume Dubois est le cofondateur et CEO de HappyVore, pionnier français des alternatives végétales à la viande. Lancée en 2019, l’entreprise s’impose comme une référence de la foodtech en conciliant goût, santé et impact environnemental. Labellisée French Tech 120, HappyVore connaît une croissance rapide et figure parmi les acteurs les plus prometteurs de la transition alimentaire.Diplômé de CentraleSupélec, Guillaume Dubois est passé par McKinsey avant de se lancer dans l’entrepreneuriat avec la conviction qu’un changement de modèle alimentaire est essentiel pour la planète. Reconnu dans le classement Choiseul 100 des leaders économiques de demain, il incarne une nouvelle génération d’entrepreneurs à impact, à la croisée de l’innovation, de l’écologie et du plaisir de manger. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

TEDx de Jonathan Anguelov - Et si on n’avait rien à perdre ? Panthéon-Sorbonne Jonathan Anguelov est le fondateur de la société Aircall, la 16ème licorne française valorisée à plus d'un milliard d'euros. Aircall est une startup technologique spécialisée dans la téléphonie d'entreprise et la mise en place de centres d'appels. À ce jour, Aircall a levé 225 millions de dollars et réalise un chiffre d'affaires de près de 200 millions de dollars.Passionné d'immobilier depuis sa plus tendre enfance, Jonathan est également le fondateur d'Aguesseau Capital, créée en 2018, une foncière qui possède plusieurs hôtels, immeubles, bureaux et logements à Paris. Avec Aguesseau Capital, il offre également à des investisseurs la possibilité d'investir dans l'immobilier à ses côtés et d'obtenir les mêmes rendements que sa foncière. Il est également un des plus gros Business Angel de France avec plus de 40 investissements dans des startup en France et à l’étranger. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

ChatGPT said: George Rășchitor took the TEDx Copou stage to share an authentic, inspiring view on marketing, adaptability and the power of technology.Speaking with sincerity and passion—and straight from his own experience rather than from textbooks—George revisited his early steps in marketing. He highlighted the growing role of Artificial Intelligence in modern marketing and showed how technology, used wisely, can open unexpected doors.More than a seasoned professional, George is also someone who actively contributes to the growth of Iași through everything he does. George Rășchitor is the CEO and Co-Founder of a digital marketing agency since 2013, with over 15 years of expertise in marketing analysis and strategy. His role allows him to combine vision with experience, while leading a team of professionals toward innovative and personalized marketing solutions for clients. His journey in marketing began as early as high school, in 2004, and continued with undergraduate and postgraduate studies in Iași at UAIC – FEAA and Université de Rouen (France). He has led marketing departments in both e-commerce and HoReCa sectors, and has developed hundreds of marketing strategies for various industries across Romania and the Republic of Moldova: retail, fashion, beauty, home & deco, toys, tech, and health. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx