Artificial intelligence is no longer just a technological innovation—it is a force that is reshaping economies, politics, and the very fabric of society. Few voices have been more influential in uncovering the hidden dimensions of AI than Kate Crawford, one of the world’s leading researchers on the social, political, and environmental impacts of artificial intelligence.
As a Senior Principal Researcher at Microsoft Research, co-founder of the AI Now Institute at NYU, and an advisor to the United Nations and governments worldwide, Kate brings unparalleled insight into the forces driving our digital age. Named to TIME100 AI and listed among Forbes’ Top 50 Women in Tech, she challenges conventional narratives about AI while charting a path toward more ethical and sustainable technology.
Why Kate Crawford?
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AI’s Truth-Teller: Author of the award-winning book Atlas of AI (Winner of the Sally Hacker Prize), which dismantles the myth of “neutral” AI and exposes its global costs.
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Global Influencer: Advises the UN, the White House, and the European Parliament on critical AI policy and governance issues.
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Tech Industry Insider: Senior Principal Researcher at Microsoft Research and co-founder of the AI Now Institute at NYU.
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Provocative Visionary: Raises urgent questions about the environmental toll, labor exploitation, and human rights risks tied to AI’s expansion.
Signature Keynotes
Kate’s keynotes ignite essential conversations about the intersection of technology, society, and power, making her a sought-after voice for global conferences and leadership forums:
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The Hidden Costs of AI: From Lithium Mines to Data Labor
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Who Controls the Future? Power and Politics in the Age of Algorithms
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Atlas of AI: Mapping the Real-World Consequences of Artificial Intelligence
Kate’s Unfiltered Truth
For Kate, AI is not simply an abstract technological marvel. As she provocatively states:
“AI is neither artificial nor intelligent. It’s extractive, material, and deeply human—just not in the ways we’re told.”
Invite Kate Crawford to Your Event
With her powerful blend of research, policy expertise, and critical insight, Kate Crawford is the ideal speaker to spark debate and inspire reflection at tech conferences, policy forums, and executive leadership events. Her work equips audiences with the tools to think critically about AI’s real-world impact—and how to shape its future responsibly.
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