Lecture, Barnard's Inn Hall, Tuesday, 2 Jun 2026 - 18:00

Forging Better Futures for You and AI

A robotic hand holding a silver cloche and tray

In this last lecture, I will work to wake us from the AI as Overlord spell. We will explore other possible futures, looking first look at the potential of AI fitting in with us: things we can chat to; humanoid robots; or even devices that draw on understandings of pets to make them more palatable and pleasing. Secondly, I’ll suggest a way to weave AI into everyday life: as a “simple” instrument to enable our souls to sing.

Professor Matt Jones

Professor Matt Jones

IT Livery Company Professor of Information Technology

Matt Jones is a computer scientist at Swansea University - and a Fellow of the British Computer Society - who works alongside colleagues from many...

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