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Co-Presenter of BBC TV "Artificial Intelligence: Decoded" and Author of Technology Is Not Neutral: A Short Guide to Technology Ethics

Dr. Stephanie Hare is an author, broadcaster and researcher whose unique expertise allows her to join the dots between business, technology and geopolitics. A co-host of the BBC television programme AI: Decoded, she is a seasoned communicator whose work in academia, consulting and technology gives her unparalleled insight into the... Read more

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Popular Talks by Dr Stephanie Hare

  • The AI Pendulum

    As the founders of AI call for regulation, business and government are pushing ahead with innovation. How to balance safety with growth. Winning the race for AI. The US may have more computer grunt and economic clout, but how does China’s $6 million DeepSeek measure up. A look at the…
  • The truth about AI and work

    Is AI coming for our livelihoods? The reality is more nuanced – and surprising – than you’d think.

  • AI

    What Silicon Valley wants is not necessarily what society needs. The effects of AI on cybersecurity.

  • Regulation and Legislation of Big Tech

    Breaking up the big tech firms to liberate developers. The EU approach versus the US

  • Surveillance Capital

    How to liberate consumers from data surveillance. Using personal data to build AI. Personal data: are you giving it away or is it being taken from you?

  • The Ethics of AI

    Building AI while protecting copyright and privacy. Balancing AI for the common good AI for profit. The ethics of open-source AI

Biography

Dr. Stephanie Hare is an author, broadcaster and researcher whose unique expertise allows her to join the dots between business, technology and geopolitics. A co-host of the BBC television programme AI: Decoded, she is a seasoned communicator whose work in academia, consulting and technology gives her unparalleled insight into the effects of AI on our future. Stephanie’s book, Technology Is Not Neutral: A Short Guide to Technology Ethics, was named as one of the FT’s best books of 2022.

Dr. Hare interprets and predicts how the AI pendulum might swing between innovation and regulation, and its effects on employment and geopolitics over the next quarter century. Her knowledge of its core issues, including the current race for AI supremacy between China, the US, Europe and the Middle East, allow her to analyse and identify each player’s strengths and weaknesses. This makes her an engaging and informed keynote speaker for a broad range of audiences, be they senior decision-makers and policy heads or viewers of her live-broadcast TV shows.

Stephanie’s experience at the sharp end of business includes roles at Accenture, where she served as a Principal Director of Thought Leadership, and Palantir, where she specialised in big data and cybersecurity, managing projects in both the public and private sector. Dr. Hare also acted as a risk analyst at Oxford Analytica, focusing on global politics and events, including the euro crisis, Brexit and US-Europe relations.

After gaining a BA at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, during which she spent a year at Université de la Sorbonne (Paris IV), Stephane Hare studied at the London School of Economics (LSE) where she was awarded a MSc and a PhD. She held the Alastair Horne Visiting Fellowship at St Anthony’s College, Oxford. Dr. Hare’s work has appeared in many publications including the FT, Washington Post, The Guardian, The Observer, Harvard Business Review, Computer Weekly, WIRED, The Herald, CNN and The National Interest.

Stephanie has consulted and presented events for many brands, including Google, Microsoft, PwC, eBay, Cisco, Autodesk, Lloyds, WorldPay, CapGemini, the Ethical Commerce Alliance, LEGO, KPMG, IKEA, Amex, Generali, the Design Council, Association of British Insurers (ABI), the Welsh Government, Pinsent Morrisons, Aldermore, the Royal Society, the Vodaphone Institute, BAE Systems, Citywide, CERN, Mishcon de Reya, the Internet of Things Alliance Australia, The Alan Turing Institute, Mayer Brown, 7 Bedford Row, Fujitsu, the Data Lab, Vistage and SOLACE, the UK’s leading network for public-sector professionals. She has worked as a board advisor and consultant to many firms, and is an experienced moderator, interviewer, panel chair and keynote speaker.

A native English speaker and fluent in French, Stephanie can deliver keynotes in both languages. She is also learning German, so watch this space for future speaking engagements in that language! Dr. Hare’s book is a syllabus text at Harvard Law School, and in 2013 she was selected for the BBC’s Expert Women program.

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How do I book Dr Stephanie Hare for a keynote speech?

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

What are Dr Stephanie Hare's speaking fees?

Dr Stephanie Hare'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 Dr Stephanie tailored to your event.

What topics does Dr Stephanie Hare speak about?

Dr Stephanie Hare speaks on Artificial Intelligence, Authors, Cyber Security, Digital, Future. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Dr Stephanie to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Dr Stephanie Hare available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Dr Stephanie Hare for events worldwide, subject to Dr Stephanie'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 Dr Stephanie Hare 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 Dr Stephanie Hare 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 Dr Stephanie Hare?

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 Dr Stephanie can accommodate.

Can Dr Stephanie Hare tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Dr Stephanie Hare 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 Dr Stephanie can offer.

What languages does Dr Stephanie Hare present in?

Dr Stephanie Hare delivers keynotes in English, French. 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 Dr Stephanie Hare a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Dr Stephanie Hare's areas of expertise include Artificial Intelligence, Authors, Cyber Security, Digital, Future. To get a clear sense of Dr Stephanie'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 Dr Stephanie Hare speak at?

Dr Stephanie Hare 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, Authors, Cyber Security, Digital, Future is relevant. Details of Dr Stephanie'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 Dr Stephanie Hare 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 Dr Stephanie Hare is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Dr Stephanie Hare?

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