What happens to creativity and innovation when diversity is deprioritized? Do we fade out, or come back fiercer? This unapologetic panel, powered by Women in Immersive Tech (WIIT), dives under the clickbait headlines to spotlight the creators, broadcasters and tech pioneers who are shaping the future on their own terms. From DEI rollbacks to AI disruption these are the voices riding the wave, rewriting the rules, and proving that real innovation doesn’t wait for permission.