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ChatGPT replaced the keynote speaker at the INREV conference in Vienna yesterday. This year’s INREV Autumn conference was full of surprises—including an unexpected twist when our keynote speaker had to cancel at the last minute. But, as they say, the show must go on! Enter ChatGPT, stepping in as a digital thought partner to spark conversation and deliver insights. I used advanced voice mode and asked ChatGPT to speak to the participants about they key points made at the conference. It was a bold experiment, and the feedback from attendees was overwhelmingly positive! Technology like ChatGPT isn’t just reshaping how we work—it’s becoming a tool to enhance live events, foster discussion, and adapt in real-time. Here are some key takeaways from the day: 1️⃣ Navigating Political Uncertainty: Disruption is opportunity. We explored how to thrive in a shifting landscape by focusing on resilient asset classes and niche markets. 2️⃣ Gen Z and the Real Estate Market: Their entrepreneurial spirit is reshaping demand, creating opportunities for flexible, digitally connected spaces. 3️⃣ ESG as a Strategic Imperative: Beyond compliance, sustainable strategies are proving to be value creators, driving long-term ROI. 4️⃣ Capital markets in Europe are beginning to be more positive and borrowing rates are now starting to look reasonable (<4% for office and resi). I think this session by Andrew C. Angeli from Zurich Insurance was my favourite presentation. 5️⃣ The Role of AI in Real Estate: ChatGPT proved it’s not just a tool for automation but a catalyst for ideas and strategy, opening new doors for collaboration. That was my session. The unexpected change of the keynote speaker reminded us of the power of innovation and adaptability. Real estate, like this conference, thrives when we embrace change. Thank you Andrea Carpenter Hedda Hollander and Casper Hesp for the wonderful conference and the opportunity to speak! #RealEstate #Innovation #AI #ChatGPT #ESG #FutureOfWork