BIO

For more than a decade, Calum has been a global keynote AI speaker, delivering insightful, entertaining, and inspirational talks, specialising in the future of AI and its impacts on all of us – our societies and our economies.

He is also one of the founders of Conscium, a startup aiming to develop indicators of machine intelligence, and aiming to scale neuromorphic computing.

Calum’s talks cover digital disruption, the future of jobs, the future of health, the impact on various economic sectors, and much more.

Calum has given talks on AI in 18 countries on five continents and is available for speaking engagements worldwide and virtually.

He has written four books on AI – two novels and two non-fiction – and numerous articles, many of which you can find on this website.

He co-hosts the London Futurist Podcast, a weekly series of 30-minute discussions about AI and related subjects like the use of data, longevity research, and the simulation hypothesis. They feature informed, articulate guests talking about a future which is exciting, but not immune to risk and disappointment.

Before becoming a full-time writer and speaker, Calum had a 30-year career in journalism and in business, as a marketer, a strategy consultant and a CEO. His talks are inspirational, but also grounded by the pragmatic realism developed during this career.

Calum studied philosophy, politics, and economics at Oxford University, which confirmed his suspicion that science fiction is actually philosophy in fancy dress.

Testimonials

“Five stars out of five! Our delegates were extremely positive about Calum’s presentation. It was also very nice to see him participating in our Future Group workshop.”
European Rental Association, Lisbon, May 2024

“I was delighted to discuss conscious AI with the ‘AI Guy’ Calum Chace. Certainly the most interesting conference topic I’ve participated in.” 
Seamless Dubai, May 2024

“Thank you very much for your contribution to our conference yesterday! The feedback we have received so far is great – your talk was useful and inspiring.”
EdTech Conference, March 2024

“An amazing keynote! We’re going to be talking about what you said for a long time to come.”
Digital Summit, Cyprus, October 2023

“Your talk was the highlight of the conference, and I loved the way you handled the panel session.”
National Leaders Conference, Kuwait, October 2023

“Thank you so much for a wonderful session. It was truly insightful!”
Hawksford, October 2023

“I just wanted to say a massive thank you for today! We had some great feedback on the event, and everyone really enjoyed your keynote.”
Adobe Commercial

“The event went very well and we received great feedback.”
Quilter Cheviot

“Thank you for your wonderful participation in AI to Peace. I’m truly humbled to have worked alongside you. Your contribution was inspiring.” Jeremy Gilley MBE​. Founder, Peace One Day

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