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Navigating an AI Future – From Cyber Risks to Cyber Resilience
In Christopher Wylie’s assessment, “the real ware is being fought online” when it comes to privacy and security that impact individuals, companies, and governments. Cyberwarfare and cybercrime post increasingly dangerous threats to modern society, and Wylie explores how these threats can drive innovative breakthroughs to mitigate risks, build cyber resilience, and carry us forward into the digital future.
How Artificial Intelligence Will Transform Data Crime
Renowned data analyst and cybersecurity visionary Christopher Wylie has been a leading figure in the fight against data crime since the Facebook-Cambridge Analytica data scandal he exposed. In this compelling talk, Wylie explains the how artificial intelligence will transform data crime and how individuals, organizations, and governments can protect themselves from increasingly savvy attacks of cyberwarfare.
Algorithms & Misinformation: The Architecture of Information Warfare
In this riveting talk, whistle blower Christopher Wylie explores how social media – and AI technology in particular – can be used to undermine democracy and manipulate society. With high-level understanding of weaponized algorithms and information warfare, Wylie reveals how data-driven, targeted misinformation is manipulating society and threatening democracy.
Using Data to Make Better Decisions for Business
Data analyst Christopher Wylie is transforming the fashion sector by quantifying fashion style with AI systems. As the Director of Research for H&M – the largest global fashion brand – Wylie is using artificial intelligence to curb waste production and revolutionize supply chain to drive profit and sustainability.
Lessons from Cambridge Analytica – Scandal, Security, and Democracy
Best known for his role in setting up – and then taking down – the cyberwarfare firm Cambridge Analytica, Christopher Wylie has been called “the millennials’ first great whistleblower.” Wylie sparked a global conversation when he exposed CA’s alleged unauthorized possession and misuse of personal data from millions of Facebook users. In this talk, Wylie shares what it took to blow the whistle, what companies can do to prevent scandal and increase security for themselves and their users, and how data protection contributes to a resilient democracy.
From cyber security to supply chain, Christopher Wylie shares how your organization can make better decisions using data
Best known for his role in setting up – and then taking down – the cyberwarfare firm Cambridge Analytica, CHRISTOPHER WYLIE is transforming the fashion sector by quantifying fashion style with AI systems. When he was starting out at the company that became the now-infamous Cambridge Analytica, Wylie was working on his PhD in fashion trend forecasting. Now, as Director of Research for H&M – the largest global fashion brand – Wylie is using artificial intelligence to transform the fashion industry. A renowned data analysist and cybersecurity expert, he not only helps the brand better understand its consumers and their online habits, but also supports H&M’s work on ethical and sustainable AI.
Using artificial intelligence, Wylie is revolutionizing the ability of the brand to connect the right product with the right customer, with a goal of eliminating the textile waste produced by over-ordering, driving profit, and increasing sustainability. In addition to unparalleled insights on using data and artificial intelligence to solve supply chain issues, Wylie offers an expert perspective on how companies and individuals can improve cybersecurity efforts as well.
Watch Christopher Wylie at Business of Fashion’s AI x Sustainability panel >>
Data analyst and cybersecurity expert Christopher Wylie unpacks artificial intelligence, leading groups from cyber risk to cyber resilience
Cyberwarfare and cybercrime post increasingly dangerous threats to modern society, and CHRISTOPHER WYLIE explores how these threats can drive innovative breakthroughs to mitigate risks, build cyber resilience, and carry us forward into the digital future. Called “the millennials’ first great whistleblower,” Wylie’s revelations exposing Cambridge Analytica’s rampant misuse of personal user data rocked Silicon Valley, sparked a global conversation, and forced numerous Fortune 500 companies to overhaul cybersecurity and user privacy practices. Wylie’s work and words have caused universities, businesses, industries, and governments around the world to engage in a meaningful conversation about security, privacy, and how to move from cyber risks to cyber resilience.
Wylie explores the how artificial intelligence will transform data crime and how individuals, organizations, and governments can protect themselves from increasingly savvy attacks of cyberwarfare. With high-level understanding of weaponized algorithms and information warfare, he reveals how data-driven, targeted misinformation – particularly on social media – is manipulating society and threatening democracy. Wylie shares what companies can do to prevent scandal and increase security for themselves and their users, and how data protection contributes to a resilient democracy.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI): The world’s top artificial intelligence thought leaders, business moguls, and tech titans help businesses and industries plan for what’s next
Individuals, organizations, and companies are experiencing a seismic shift in our relationship to technology – in which once-heady concepts that seemed like science fiction have become daily headlines and urgent topics of conversation. With the transformative potential of generative AI widely available for personal and business use, leaders with a vision for innovation are scrambling to understand the most relevant use cases for their industry and goals. Amidst the tumultuous climate of concerns about governance, misinformation, and risk – decision-makers are turning to AI experts and policymakers to overcome the challenges and take hold of the profound opportunity at hand.
The Harry Walker Agency represents the world's top Artificial Intelligence thought leaders, business moguls, and tech titans who provide invaluable insight in the rapidly shifting landscape of AI and Chat GPT. Corporate leaders like former CEO & Chairman of Xerox URSULA BURNS, former President, CEO, and Chairman of IBM GINNI ROMETTY, and bestselling author DAVID ROWAN inspire their audiences to seize this incomparable moment and lean into innovation. Renowned internet pioneers like SIR TIM BERNERS-LEE, JIMMY WALES, and the Statesman of AI DE KAI unpack these exceptional tech advancements and speak with clarity on the unique opportunities they present for your business. Global tech executives like PayPal’s President and CEO DAN SCHULMAN, digital entrepreneur and VC investor PHIL LIBIN, tech entrepreneur and VC angel investor MICHAEL MIGNANO, and data scientist and tech founder KATICA ROY. Miracle on the Hudson Captain and international lecturer Ambassador SULLY SULLENBERGER, tech founder and change agent MIKE MUSE, and algorithm expert CATHY O’NEIL speak to how teams can work with AI to achieve astounding results, while emphasizing our values of ingenuity, courage, and inclusion. Data scientist and Cambridge Analytica whistleblower CHRISTOPHER WYLIE and globally recognized cybersecurity expert MARCUS HUTCHINS explain AI’s potential risks and how to navigate the complex cybersecurity issues.
If your organization is looking to maximize the potential of AI to upend your status quo, improve your processes and products, and increase growth and revenue, then turn to these AI speakers who bring relevant experience to the conversation to learn how to respond to emerging and disruptive innovation in an intelligent, nuanced, and meaningful way.
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The New Yorker calls him “a pink-haired, nose-ringed oracle sent from the future”. Best known for his role in setting up – and then taking down – the cyberwarfare firm Cambridge Analytica, Chris has been listed in TIME 100 Most Influential People in the World, Forbes’ 30 Under 30, Politico ’s 50 Most Influential People in Politics and Business Insider ’s 100 Coolest People in Tech.
Named as “the millennials’ first great whistleblower,” his revelations exposing the rampant misuse of data rocked Silicon Valley and forced numerous Fortune 500 companies to overhaul cybersecurity and user privacy practices. Congress held its first ever hearings on the impact of social media on democracy and Facebook experienced the largest single-day share value drop in American corporate history – twice.
His evidence also exposed the deep links between the Alt-Right and Russian intelligence networks, leading to major ongoing FBI and NCA investigations in the US and UK.
With his neon hair and brutally honest candour, Chris engages audiences around the world and makes AI understandable, disturbing – and yet somehow compelling. His mind-bending stories about the power of weaponised algorithms and information warfare have garnered audiences of over 15,000 people at some of the leading global events, including Web Summit, the Royal Institute for International Affairs (‘Chatham House’), the European Commission and Forbes 30 Under 30.
When Chris speaks out about the future of technology, governments around the world take note – he has testified before the United States Congress five times, as well as at the parliaments of the European Union, United Kingdom and Canada.
Splitting his time between London, New York, LA and Stockholm, Chris is currently the Director of Research for Hennes & Mauritz (‘H&M’), the largest global fashion brand. His work on quantifying fashion style with AI systems is already having a major impact on the fashion sector. A recognised expert in cultural trend forecasting, Chris also writes for the youth culture and fashion magazine Dazed and has been featured in Vogue, GQ, Esquire and PAPER.
In a previous life, Chris worked inside the highest levels of the British government and is a graduate of the London School of Economics.
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