Conservation International: Illegal shark trading and conservation tech

Join us for a compelling session on illegal shark fin trade and cutting-edge conservation technology. The session will kick off with a brief talk setting the context for the illegal shark trade, followed by an engaging panel discussion featuring the Fin Finder app and partners from Conservation International, Singapore's National Parks Board (NParks), Microsoft and Coastal Natives. Delve into the innovative origins of Fin Finder - the first AI-based mobile app that supports customs inspectors in rapid shark and ray fin identification to combat illegal wildlife trade - and the roles that various stakeholders played to bring the app to market. Gain insight into the fight against illegal shark fin trade through firsthand experience of using Fin Finder on dry shark fins.

Speakers: Naomi Clark-Shen (Shark & Ray Researcher), Ms Xie Renhui, Director/ Wildlife Trade (National Parks Board), Marcus Tee (Data & AI Technical Specialist, Microsoft), Wai Yi Yik (APAC Head of Employee Communications at LinkedIn/ Former Communications Lead at Microsoft Singapore), Matthew de Bakker (Coastal Natives Ambassador)

About Waves of Change Festival:

The Waves of Change Festival is an annual celebration of the big blue organised to inspire love, care, and action for the ocean. In our 4th edition, join us at WOC24 as we explore the nexus of ocean conservation and innovation with our Future Ocean edition! Featuring curated films and captivating presentations, discover themes such as underwater exploration, science communication, and how technology is paving the way for sustainable solutions; from alternative proteins to combating illegal shark trafficking. We hope visitors of all ages will enjoy this interactive event as we learn, reflect, and explore new opportunities to protect the ocean. For more information, please visit www. wavesofchangefestival.com.

About Coastal Natives:

Coastal Natives is a Singapore-based not-for-profit organisation on a mission to inspire new ocean lovers and conservationists through film, art and community. We organise film screenings, art exhibitions and talks to develop wonder and inspire audiences to act for the ocean. To date, we’ve organised more than 130 events, reaching more than 50,000 participants. For more information, please visit www.coastalnatives.sg.

Host or Publisher Coastal Natives