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Author Talk: ‘This is for Everyone’
Join World Wide Web inventor SIR TIM BERNERS-LEE for a fascinating look at the creation of the web, its global impact, and the urgent need to reclaim its original promise. In This Is for Everyone, Berners-Lee shares personal stories from the early days of the internet, explores how the web transformed our lives, and offers a bold vision for a digital future built on truth, trust, and human connection. A timely, inspiring conversation with one of the most influential innovators of our time.
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Artificial Intelligence, Data Privacy, and Technology through Change
SIR TIM BERNERS-LEE is a tech visionary who invented the web in 1989. He continues to play a critical role in its evolution as a global thought leader. While governments, corporates and individuals rightly consider the implication of AI on our world, Data and the Web are in fact the backbone of AI and are instrumental components in its future trajectory. Sir Tim can unlock this thinking.
In the context of AI, Sir Tim’s insights are more critical than ever in guiding us through this paradigm shift. He is uniquely positioned to educate on this transition, advocating for data ownership to ensure that the web and AI continue to drive innovation and benefit society in an ethical and equitable manner.
Leading the Next Generation
Tech pioneer and inventor of the World Wide Web SIR TIM BERNERS-LEE looks ahead into the future of humane technology. From AI assistants to data privacy, Sir Tim paints the picture of a positive, equitable tomorrow.
The Future of the Web
Over thirty years ago, SIR TIM BERNERS-LEE invented the World Wide Web and it t has changed the world in ways we could have never have imagined in Business, Education, Innovation, and Government. The way we buy and sell, inform and are informed, agree and disagree, share and collaborate has been transformed. The Web has advanced medical research, helped solve complex scientific and business problems and advanced the pursuit of freedom and democracy. More recently the Web has moved from a Web of documents to a Web of data - empowering companies and consumers, and moving us faster forward. How will the future of the Web impact existing strategies and vision? Where are the threats and opportunities in the Web that awaits us? Sir Tim discusses how he conceived of and developed the Web, and thinks about what’s next on the horizon for the Web we know today and what it may become. Sir Tim tells us more about what he is working on today to build a better web, and how we can all be a part of it.
Bold, New Tech Strategies for Business
Too many businesses are not using technology and the web to their full advantage. To leapfrog over the competition, businesses need to use new technology as a source of innovation. SIR TIM BERNERS-LEE, the inventor of the World Wide Web, is an authority on tech innovation and how businesses can harness it for competitive advantage. On this topic, the tech futurist offers insight into business strategies so that companies can innovate how they invest, connect with consumers, ,and use technologies like big data and machine learning to make bold decisions, keep up with the cutting edge and build systems that are good for users. Sir Tim helps businesses think through how existing tech strategy will change as the next 3 billion web users come online . Just as he did when he invented the Web , Sir Tim discusses the importance of innovation and creativity in a digital world. He also outlines how to embrace Data, the Internet of Things and Artificial Intelligence, corporate responsibility for cybersecurity, the role of the effective CTO, and and opens up thinking with his visionary ideas on the potential markets of the future of technology and the Web.
Interoperability, Security, and Internet of Things
With leadership, society and security as themes, Web security is a constant battle. The broader tech community is in a time of an out-and-out battle between attackers and defenders. How does society assure that the same open platform of the Web will continue while being as secure as needed? There is a decision to be made to what extent this Web we create will be secure and interoperable. Privacy, authentication and identity access control centralization will become key areas for businesses. In addition, the Internet of things is on the near horizon for the future of the Web and of business. The Web of Data includes everything from bank statements, to fitness apps to mapping. Linking information across a company is hard enough. What happens when everything you buy becomes related? The ways companies are able to connect turbines or smart watches all will hinge on the interoperability of standards. Distributed applications will impact the commercial world. Companies need information to make decisions on how to support business for the future.
A Look Ahead Into the Future of Tech
When SIR TIM BERNERS-LEE invented the World Wide Web over 30 years ago, he envisioned a future no one else could have imagined and changed our lives forever. Now he is looking ahead to our next, new, un-imagined future. What does that look like? What will it mean for your business and our society? Sir Tim takes his audiences beyond the technology itself, for example - the Internet of Things, Future of Artificial Intelligence, The Next Web Paradigm Shift, The Power of Data, Impact of Security and Privacy on the Web and business and into the real transformative impact these technologies are having and will have in the years ahead.
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Sir Tim Berners-Lee's new book, This is for Everyone, is a bold blueprint for a better digital future
Join SIR TIM BERNERS-LEE, the visionary inventor of the World Wide Web, for a profound and inspiring conversation not only about the creation of the internet—but about the entire arc of our digital evolution, and where we must go from here.
In his new book, This Is for Everyone, Berners-Lee shares an intimate, in-the-room account of how a simple idea—hyperlinking digital information—sparked a revolution that changed how humanity lives, works, dreams, and connects. But as the digital age matured, so too did its unintended consequences: the erosion of privacy, the spread of disinformation, and the rising power of monopolistic platforms.
This talk goes far beyond the history of the web. With the insight of a technologist, the clarity of a communicator, and the conscience of a citizen, Berners-Lee explores the broader trajectory of modern technology—from social media and surveillance capitalism to the explosive growth of artificial intelligence. He issues a bold call to action: to reclaim our digital future not for profit or control, but for truth, trust, equity, and human flourishing.
As one of the most influential innovators of our time, Berners-Lee challenges audiences to think differently about how we design and govern our technologies. He offers a blueprint for how we can build a more ethical and inclusive digital world—one where the tools we create serve everyone, not just the powerful few.
Whether you’re a business leader, technologist, policymaker, or simply someone who uses the internet every day, this is a timely and essential conversation about shaping a future we can all believe in
Tech pioneer Sir Tim Berners-Lee sees AI assistants as the next step in human-technology interface
Tech pioneer and inventor of the World Wide Web SIR TIM BERNERS-LEE is leading the conversation on the paradigm-shifting possibilities of artificial intelligence. As society reckons with vital questions about the future of technology and calls for digital privacy and policies, Sir Tim has been an important voice guiding this societal change through a groundbreaking startup called Inrupt, which will harness the power of Solid – his revolutionary open-source platform that gives back the power of personal data to users – and may have colossal implications for security, collaboration, and our daily lives as the web evolves. Sir Tim told CNN that the humane future of AI includes more control over data and your own personal AI assistant.
Sir Tim frequently guides organizations through technological transition. Ernst & Young said, "I wanted to thank you again for a wonderful event last night… The guests greatly valued your insights and perspectives. A number commented to me that it was the best EY event they had ever attended. That is a testament to your genius and interactive style."
Sir Tim Berners-Lee celebrates the 35th anniversary of the internet
Eschewing party hats and cake, SIR TIM BERNERS-LEE celebrated the 35th anniversary of his invention of the World Wide Web by sharing “Marking the Web’s 35th Birthday: An Open Letter.” Reflecting on the intention of his work to “allow for collaboration, foster compassion and generate creativity,” Berners-Lee notes the use of the technology to reshape the geopolitical landscape, drive economic shifts, and influence lives. He shares the intention of his non-profit, The World Wide Web Foundation, to fight the centralization, segmentation, and emergence of personal data markets in search of profit optimization. Berners-Lee makes a powerful call for change: “we have the opportunity to re-shape a digital future that prioritises human well-being, equity, and autonomy. The time to act and embrace this transformative potential is now.”
Artificial Intelligence (AI): The world’s top artificial intelligence speakers help businesses and industries plan for what’s next
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 and former President, CEO, and Chairman of IBM GINNI ROMETTY inspire their audiences to 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. Global tech executives like PayPal’s former President and CEO DAN SCHULMAN, digital entrepreneur and VC investor PHIL LIBIN, and tech entrepreneur and VC angel investor MICHAEL MIGNANO offer actionable insights about building out a data-backed, high-impact strategy for growth. 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 explains AI’s potential risks and how to navigate the complex cybersecurity issues.
Inventor of the World Wide Web Sir Tim Berners-Lee shares his vision for the future: open, equitable, and secure
Inventor of the World Wide Web and tech visionary SIR TIM BERNERS-LEE innovates at the leading edge of possibility, and his genius is in understanding the next, unimagined future as well as the practical consequences for businesses and individuals alike. As society reckons with vital questions about data privacy and security, policies, and the paradigm-shifting possibilities of Web3.0 and the metaverse, Berner’s-Lee has been working on a groundbreaking startup called Inrupt which will harness the power of Solid – his revolutionary open-source platform that enables personal data security – and may have colossal implications for how security, collaboration, and regulation happens in both the metaverse and Web3.0. With his trailblazing platform and ideas for the future of the Web, Berners-Lee’s insights are more in-demand than ever. When Berners-Lee delivered the prestigious Dimbleby Lecture for the BBC, "The World Wide Web: A Mid-Course Correction," his remarks garnered incredible praise on twitter including: "brilliant lecturer"; "so fascinating"; "What a genius"; "absolutely riveting"; "That felt like I witnessed a little piece of history wow!"
Berners-Lee advocates passionately for decentralization of the web, defining a path forward to a safe and open web that serves humanity in his urgent New York Times op-ed, "I Invented the World Wide Web. Here's How We Can Fix It." He is co-founder and President of the Open Data Institute, and founder of the World Wide Web Foundation, leading the charge to reclaim the web from misuse and centralization and return it to its democratic roots. Berners-Lee was tapped to participate in The Wall Street Journal’s Future of Everything Festival where he spoke on The Future of Connectivity, illuminating that connectivity and speed are issues of equity and access, what he is working on today to build a better web, and how we can all be a part of it. In his captivating keynotes, he shares unparalleled observations about how to apply new technologies for a competitive advantage, and thoughtful considerations about the future we want to create and how to protect ourselves, regularly receiving praise such as: "I wanted to thank you again for a wonderful event last night. The feedback from participants has been overwhelmingly positive and all the guests greatly valued your insights and perspectives. A number commented to me that it was the best EY event they had ever attended. That is a testament to your genius and interactive style" (Ernst & Young).
Tech pioneer Sir Tim Berners-Lee focuses on the power of the Web, including: Web3.0, the metaverse, and the future of technology
Tech pioneer and inventor of the World Wide Web SIR TIM BERNERS-LEE is leading the conversation on the paradigm-shifting possibilities of web technologies including Web3.0 and the metaverse. As society reckons with vital questions about the future of technology and calls for digital privacy and policies, Berners-Lee has been working on a groundbreaking startup called Inrupt which will harness the power of Solid – his revolutionary open-source platform that gives back the power of personal data to users – and may have colossal implications for security, collaboration, and our daily lives as the web evolves. With his trailblazing platform and deep understanding of the power of data, Berners-Lee’s insights are more in-demand than ever, answering the questions: What will the unimagined aspects of the Web mean for business and society? What are the threats and opportunities that await us?
Berners-Lee was featured in The Wall Street Journal’s Future of Everything Festival where he spoke on The Future of Connectivity, illuminating that connectivity and speed are issues of equity and access. In captivating conversations, he shares unparalleled observations about how to apply new technologies for a competitive advantage, and thoughtful considerations about the future we want to create and how to protect ourselves, regularly receiving praise such as: "I wanted to thank you again for a wonderful event last night. The feedback from participants has been overwhelmingly positive and all the guests greatly valued your insights and perspectives. A number commented to me that it was the best EY event they had ever attended. That is a testament to your genius and interactive style" (Ernst & Young).
Sir Tim Berners-Lee invented the World Wide Web in 1989 while working as a software engineer at CERN, the large particle physics laboratory near Geneva, Switzerland. Sir Tim understood the unrealized potential of millions of computers connected together through the Internet and envisioned the Web as a global information sharing space.
Sir Tim proposed what was to become the World Wide Web with a proposal specifying a set of technologies that would make the Internet truly accessible and useful to the world.. Despite initial setbacks and with perseverance, by October of 1990, he had specified the three fundamental technologies that remain the foundation of today’s Web : HTML, URL, and HTTP.
He also wrote the first Web page editor/browser (“WorldWideWeb”) and the first Web server (“?httpd“). By the end of 1990, the first Web page was available. By 1991, people outside of CERN joined the new Web community, and in April 1993, from much encouragement from Sir Tim and his colleagues, CERN announced that the World Wide Web technology would be available for anyone to use on a royalty-free basis.
Since that time, the Web has changed the world, arguably becoming the most powerful communication medium the world has ever known. Whereas only just over one half of the people on the planet are currently using the Web the Web has fundamentally altered the way we teach and learn, buy and sell, inform and are informed, agree and disagree, share and collaborate, meet and love, and tackle problems ranging from putting food on our tables to curing diseases.
In 2009, Sir Tim recognized that the Web’s potential to empower people to bring about positive change remained unrealized by billions around the world. Announcing the formation of the World Wide Web Foundation, he once again confirmed his commitment to ensuring an open, free Web accessible and to all where people can share knowledge, access services, conduct commerce, participate in good governance and communicate in creative ways. In 2012 Sir Tim co-founded the Open Data Institute with Sir Nigel Shadbolt, which seeks to show the value of open data, and to advocate for the innovative use of open data to affect positive change across the globe.
A graduate of Oxford University, Sir Tim is a professor at Massachusetts Institute of Technology at the Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) andin the Computer Science Department at Oxford University.
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