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Matthew Blakemore is a leading Cyber Security and Artificial Intelligence keynote speaker, CEO of AI Caramba!, Co-author of ISO/IEC 8183, and one of the world’s foremost authorities on AI governance, digital resilience and responsible technology. Advising boards, governments and multinational organisations, Matthew helps leaders understand the rapidly evolving relationship between artificial intelligence, cyber security, governance and organisational risk. His expertise lies in helping organisations harness AI securely while protecting data, strengthening governance frameworks and preparing for increasingly complex cyber threats. Having delivered more than 250 keynote presentations across over 20 countries, Matthew has become a trusted voice for organisations seeking practical guidance on navigating the future of AI, cyber security and digital transformation. His ability to translate highly technical subjects into clear commercial strategies has made him a sought after keynote speaker for conferences, executive leadership events and boardrooms around the world.
Matthew’s career has been built on developing innovative technologies while shaping the standards and policies that govern their responsible use. As CEO of AI Caramba!, he works with organisations across banking, energy, broadcasting, retail, development finance and the public sector, helping them implement secure AI strategies and governance frameworks. He is also European Regional Director at Monarrch, supporting rights holders, AI companies and technology organisations in developing responsible licensing models for the AI era. Among his most influential contributions is serving as one of only four global co-authors of ISO/IEC 8183, the international standard governing the AI data lifecycle. Matthew also contributes to the EU AI Office’s General-Purpose AI Code of Practice, serves on the Innovate UK BridgeAI Advisory Committee, and is a member of the British Standards Institution AI Standards Committee, helping shape the future of AI governance, cyber resilience and international regulation. Earlier in his career, Matthew served as Head of Product at the British Board of Film Classification, where he invented and patented an AI-powered content classification system capable of producing age ratings across multiple territories from a single viewing.
Matthew’s work has earned international recognition for both innovation and leadership. He has been named among the Top 100 Influential People in the UK, recognised in the Forty Under 40 UK, received the AI Solutions Provider of the Year award through AI Caramba!, and won the UK Business Tech Visionary Award. Alongside his work in standards and governance, Matthew is also an accomplished AI filmmaker with more than 20 IMDb credits, a US patent holder and an award-winning songwriter. His unique combination of technical expertise, creative innovation and commercial experience allows him to demonstrate how organisations can embrace emerging technologies without compromising cyber security, governance or public trust. Whether advising executive teams, policymakers or global brands, Matthew focuses on ensuring technology delivers measurable value while remaining secure, ethical and resilient.
As a keynote speaker, Matthew delivers engaging presentations that equip audiences with practical strategies for managing AI, cyber security and digital risk. Covering topics including AI governance, cyber resilience, regulatory compliance, digital transformation, data protection, intellectual property, AI strategy and emerging technologies, his presentations combine real-world case studies with actionable insights. Matthew has spoken at internationally recognised events including World Summit AI, Web Summit, London AI Summit, TEDx, Tallinn Digital Summit and numerous executive forums worldwide. Known for his engaging delivery, thought-provoking insights and ability to simplify complex issues, Matthew leaves audiences with the confidence to build secure, resilient organisations that are prepared for the opportunities and challenges of the AI-powered future.
Matthew Blakemore is regularly booked to engage audiences at events, read their latest feedback below:
“Fascinating talk, with great examples of content Classification using AI. I look forward to catching up and understanding more about these amazing applications of AI.”
“I had the pleasure of collaborating with Matt at World Summit AI 2023 in Amsterdam, and his contributions truly stood out. As the chair of our Deep Dive Tech Talks and moderator for the Fireside Chat on Computer Vision, Matt skillfully guided discussions, ensuring they were both insightful and engaging for everyone involved. His presentation on ‘Is your data Oscar-worthy for AI deployment?’ was another standout moment, offering a thought-provoking perspective on the crucial role of data in the AI landscape. I wholeheartedly recommend Matt for his expertise, effective moderation, and engaging presentation style. It was a pleasure working alongside him at the conference.”
“Matthew joined us in curating and speaking on our SocietyGPT Panel for the 2023 Future Impact Summit. As well as providing some great insights during discussions, Matthew was very supportive in the lead-up to the event and has been a great collaborator in exploring further projects in the space. His in-depth and well-rounded knowledge combined with great industry-led and creative insights make him both a truly compelling speaker and collaborator in the AI space.”
“Matthew was the Master of Ceremonies at the Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the UK’s Tech Forum in 2021 where I was an organiser. It was a hybrid forum on the topic ‘Towards an AI enabled future’ that brought together business leaders, entrepreneurs, policy makers and academics to meet, learn and discuss. He was brilliant to work with, helpful in project development, and committed and professional in his role both as an MC and as an expert in his area. I highly recommend Matthew for any similar commitments.”
“Thank you for your artful moderating, Matthew! It was a really enjoyable discussion.”
“The presentation was excellent, Matt is a very accomplished and engaging public speaker, as well as being highly knowledgeable.”
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