Speakers

Matthew Blakemore stands at the forefront of making artificial intelligence both powerful and responsible, bridging complex technology and practical human needs. His influential work includes shaping the ISO/IEC 8183 AI Data Lifecycle Standard, impacting AI governance across more than 165 countries, and developing educational programmes that have reached over 70,000 professionals globally.  Matthew has conducted pioneering research into human-AI interactions, recently delivering a TEDx Talk titled "Love and AI."

His innovative custom software monitors brain activity to explore human connections, examining the profound implications of human-AI relationships for the future.  Blakemore’s career demonstrates a commitment to applying AI effectively to real-world challenges, from transforming fashion retail through AI-powered solutions to advancing film classification with patented technology. In 2025, he will introduce the "Snakes and Ladders AI Framework," designed to help organisations navigate the complexities of AI implementation.

His strategic advisory roles with Innovate UK's £100M Bridge AI Programme and Kinetic Investments further position him as a key figure in shaping technology investment and innovation.  Recognised among the Top 100 Influential People of 2025 and UK Forty Under 40, Blakemore engages global audiences by demystifying complex AI concepts into accessible insights. As the AI and New Tech Expert for Belgian Broadcaster VRT and Future Media Hubs, he guides media organisations in leveraging AI creatively and responsibly, demonstrating how AI can amplify human creativity rather than replace it.