Yoshua Bengio

Yoshua Bengio is a globally respected cyber security and artificial intelligence speaker, renowned for his pioneering contributions to deep learning and artificial neural networks. Often referred to as one of the three godfathers of AI, Yoshua has been at the forefront of major advancements in the field for decades. His recent outspoken concerns about the existential threats posed by AI have only enhanced his reputation as a thought leader who is unafraid to challenge the status quo. Drawing from a lifetime of research, Yoshua captivates audiences with candid insights into the unintended consequences of AI, and the urgent need for regulation to ensure a safe technological future.

An academic prodigy, Yoshua enrolled at McGill University in 1982, earning a B.Eng in Computer Engineering, an MSc, and a PhD in Computer Science. Following his doctoral studies, he completed prestigious postdoctoral fellowships at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and AT&T Bell Laboratories, where he further specialised in statistical learning, sequential data, and vision algorithms. In 1993, Yoshua was appointed as a Professor at the Université de Montréal, a role he has excelled in for over 30 years. Throughout his academic tenure, he has trained generations of AI researchers and founded MILA, one of the world’s leading deep learning research institutes.

Among his many accolades, Yoshua received the esteemed Turing Award in 2018, was named an Officer of the Order of Canada in 2017, and has been recognised as a Fellow of the Royal Society of London and Canada. His influence was further solidified in 2023 and 2024 when he was appointed to the United Nations Scientific Advisory Council and named on TIME Magazine’s list of the 100 Most Influential People globally. An acclaimed author, Yoshua’s published works — including “Deep Learning” and “Art in the Age of Machine Learning” — have become seminal texts in the AI community. His unparalleled citation record and h-index impact reflect his profound influence on the global scientific landscape.

In his speaking engagements, Yoshua Bengio explores the complex intersection of AI innovation, ethical responsibility, and societal impact, offering crucial guidance on navigating the future safely. With a rare blend of technical authority and heartfelt concern, he provides audiences with a compelling call to action for responsible AI development. Hire Yoshua Bengio via The Cyber Security Speakers Agency to bring one of the world’s most influential AI experts to your next event.