Mahault Albarracin

Mahault Albarracin is a highly respected thought leader in cyber security and artificial intelligence, renowned for her expertise in AI governance, ethics, sustainability, and cognitive computing. As Director of Research Strategy & Product Integration at VERSES AI, Mahault plays a critical role in shaping the development of cutting-edge AI systems through the application of Active Inference technologies—an innovative approach that enhances machine reasoning and decision-making. With a PhD in Cognitive Computing from the Université du Québec à Montréal, Mahault merges academic rigour with real-world innovation, making her an authoritative voice on the safe and ethical advancement of artificial intelligence.

Mahault’s interdisciplinary background is central to her unique perspective. With a Bachelor’s and Master’s in Sexology, she began her career exploring human behaviour and social impact, which laid the foundation for her focus on ethical tech. After advancing her technical skills with formal training in web development, she quickly assumed leadership roles that bridged diversity advocacy and technological innovation, including Vice President at Manifeste des femmes en tech and co-founding Sexualis, a project promoting gender equality in STEM. This fusion of social science and technology underpins her nuanced approach to AI ethics and responsible innovation.

In 2021, Mahault was appointed Head of Product Innovations and Research at VERSES AI, where she spearheaded key initiatives to build transparent, accountable AI frameworks. Her leadership led to the successful integration of Active Inference into the company’s research agenda, positioning VERSES AI at the forefront of ethical AI design. Her promotion to Director in 2024 reflects her strategic vision and the global relevance of her work. Mahault’s insights have gained international attention, including her feature on the popular podcast “Machine Learning Street Talk”, where she shared her perspective on the ethical dimensions of intelligent systems.

A captivating and forward-thinking speaker, Mahault Albarracin is sought after by organisations aiming to stay ahead of the curve in AI safety, governance, and sustainable innovation. With deep expertise spanning both the human and technical facets of artificial intelligence, she delivers powerful insights that help businesses build trustworthy, ethical technologies. Hire Mahault Albarracin via The Cyber Security Speakers Agency.