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Investigative Journalist, Best-selling Author and Well-known War Correspondent

The New York born journalist Jay Tuck launched his career with the US Department of the Treasury in Washington DC and CBS News in New York. He later moved on to a distinguished career in international news. In Germany, he produced over 500 investigative segments for network television, including NDR-Panorama... Read more

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Popular Talks by Jay Tuck

  • Where Have All The Brokers Gone? AI And The Stock Market

    For the most part, global financial markets are now automated. The hum of high-speed computers has replaced the shouting and volume of human brokers. AI is the better broker. Intelligent software is capable of monitoring millions of trades worldwide in real time. Only with AI is it possible to analyze…
  • A Touch of Pesticide: AI on the Farm

    With artificial intelligence, individual plants can be treated with pesticides instead of spraying massive amounts of poison over entire fields. LettuceBot, for example, is a weed-removing machine mounted behind a tractor. However, before spraying, each plant is individually examined. Only infected plants are treated. Others receive no pesticide. The manufacturer…
  • Fighting Fake News: How to Recognize It. How to Combat It.

    Jay Tuck was Executive News Director at the renowned German news program Tagesthemen for many years. There, he was responsible for preventing the broadcast of fake news. He knows how to identify it. He knows how to combat it. He is also familiar with the methods of the US news…
  • AI and Health: Saving Millions of Lives.

    Today, a simple doctor’s visit can generate vast amounts of big data. Until recently, we had no idea what lifesaving information lay hidden within. Artificial intelligence can dig through the masses of information and uncover unexpected, lifesaving correlations. A retinal examination, for example, can reveal the first hint of leprosy.…
  • Facial Recognition, Forensics and Refugees: Artificial Intelligence in Police Work.

    We know from television programs that police often use ballistics to identify a murder weapon. Investigators often spend hours searching crime scenes for the bullet. This is no longer necessary. With AI, micromarkings on the casing are enough for identification. Facial recognition is also known to be a useful tool…
  • The New Balance of Power: AI and Modern Warfare.

    Drones with swarm intelligence collect strategic intelligence for the armed forces. Over Ukraine, 15,000 special forces operate surveillance and suicide drones. At sea, submarine drones pose a serious threat to the Russian Navy. In the Gaza Strip, current high-altitude images are compared with historical images to identify tunnel construction sites.…

Biography

The New York born journalist Jay Tuck launched his career with the US Department of the Treasury in Washington DC and CBS News in New York. He later moved on to a distinguished career in international news. In Germany, he produced over 500 investigative segments for network television, including NDR-Panorama and WDR-Monitor. He served as combat correspondent on the battlefields of Kuwait, Iraq and Ukraine, as well as on aircraft carrier USS Truman in wartime. He has military clearances in eight countries. Jay Tuck writes for Focus, Le Point, Stern, Welt, Time Magazine and Die Zeit. He was employed for many years as Executive News Director at ARD and has significant expertise in defense, espionage and weapons technology.

He is author of acclaimed books on defense. His investigative book on Russian espionage, High-Tech Espionage (St. Martin’s Press, New York) was published in fourteen countries. His book on artificial intelligence, Evolution Without Us (Plassen Publishing) is a best-seller in Germany, also published in China. The German Ministry of Defense purchased 10,000 copies for distribution to their armed forces. His current work, “AI and Modern Warfare,” (Econ Publishing) examines battlefield experience with AI in the Ukraine War.

Jay Tuck is also an internationally acclaimed speaker on artificial intelligence. He is booked regularly by private banks and financial institutions, media and medical events, law enforcement and armed forces, such as the Officers Academy of the German Army in Hamburg or the World Bank. His TED-Talk on artificial intelligence reached more than five million views in the internet.

In his recreational time, Tuck is a runner. He was the first American ever to complete the Siberian Ice Marathon in Omsk.

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What clients say about Jay Tuck

"Extremely entertaining, extremely competent.” Hamburg @ Work
"Be prepared for shocking surprises on humanity’s chances in the Age of AI.” High-Tech Press Club Hamburg
"Humor did not come up short. Feedback from our investors was very, very good." Aramea Asset Management
"Jay Tuck is among the top tier of internationally recognized keynote speakers.“ Alster Business Club, Hamburg
"It will take AI a long time to replace an inspirational speaker like this." Viactiv Health Insurance

How to book Jay Tuck as a keynote speaker

How do I book Jay Tuck for a keynote speech?

You can book Jay Tuck through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Jay's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.

What are Jay Tuck's speaking fees?

Jay Tuck's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Jay tailored to your event.

What topics does Jay Tuck speak about?

Jay Tuck speaks on Artificial Intelligence, Economics, Future, Future & Technology, Future of Work. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Jay to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Jay Tuck available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Jay Tuck for events worldwide, subject to Jay's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.

Does Jay Tuck deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Jay Tuck is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by Jay Tuck?

Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Jay can accommodate.

Can Jay Tuck tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Jay Tuck on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Jay can offer.

What languages does Jay Tuck present in?

Jay Tuck delivers keynotes in English, German. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.

What makes Jay Tuck a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Jay Tuck's areas of expertise include Artificial Intelligence, Economics, Future, Future & Technology, Future of Work. To get a clear sense of Jay's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.

What kind of events can Jay Tuck speak at?

Jay Tuck can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Economics, Future, Future & Technology, Future of Work is relevant. Details of Jay's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.

Does Jay Tuck offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Jay Tuck is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Jay Tuck?

We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Jay Tuck, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Jay's current availability for your dates.