Tristan Harris is a world-renowned Computer Scientist who co-founded the Centre for Humane Technology. As an American entrepreneur, he has pioneered the way for ethical and human technology. As a keynote speaker, Tristan works to engage his audiences on the future of technology and innovation across the globe.
Tristan began his career as an Intern at Apple whilst studying Computer Science at Stanford University. Following this, in 2007, he was inspired to co-found Apture, which aimed to make reading online information more engaging to its audience. He remained the CEO of the business until it was sold to Google in 2011. Following this, Tristan co-launched the Time Well Spent movement, where he advocated for ethical change in technology and became Google’s first Design Ethicist. After leaving Google in 2015, he rebranded his business to the Centre for Humane Technology in 2018.
Today, as the president of the Centre for Humane Technology, Tristan continues on his mission of realigning technology with humanity. Tristan also currently co-hosts the podcast “Your Undivided Attention”, reaching over 100 million people, to speak about AI ethics.
In 2023, Tristan and his business were awarded the Tällberg SNF Eliasson Global Leadership Prize for his renowned efforts to ensure technology aligns with society’s best interests. His knowledge has been commended by many, including in Time 100, Fortune's 40 under 40, Rolling Stone’s 25 People Shaping the World, and more. In 2020, he even featured in the Netflix documentary ‘The Social Dilemma’, reaching over 100 million viewers.
Since Tristan’s push for ethical technology, Apple and Google each launched their “Digital Wellbeing” initiatives, featuring Apple incorporating screen time alerts throughout their devices. Tristan is a highly knowledgeable, sought-after speaker who advocates for his passion for the need for ethical change in technology. He has previously spoken at Time 100 and numerous TED events, such as Why AI is our ultimate test and greatest invitation, and how a handful of tech companies control billions of minds every day, sharing his years of experience.
Tristian Harris's official speaker topics are listed below:
- The Future of Humane Technology
- Ethical AI and Design
- Lessons from Inside Big Tech
- The Role of Policy and Regulation
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
"Tristan Harris is probably the strongest voice in technology pointing where the industry needs to go. This is a call to arms and everyone needs to hear him now"- Marc Benioff, CEO of Salesforce
- 2023 – Time100 AI: Listed among leaders shaping the future of artificial intelligence
2023 – Tällberg SNF Eliasson Global Leadership Prize - 2021 – TIME 100 Next Leaders: Recognised as one of the most influential emerging leaders
- 2020 – Featured in The Social Dilemma (Netflix)
- 2019 – Coined “Human Downgrading”
- 2018 – Fortune “40 Under 40”
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