Second-Generation Artificial Intelligence
Where AI is heading next — and what it means for people and institutions.
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Keynotes, invited lectures, panels, workshops and strategic advisory — TEDx speaker, IEEE Distinguished Lecturer and ACM Distinguished Speaker on AI for a better world.
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Speaking topics
Ideas that move audiences
AI for Humanity & Sustainable Development
Technology aligned to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
The Artificial Intelligence of Things
When intelligence meets connected devices at the edge.
Digital Health & Medical AI
Inclusive, human-centred AI for healthcare and wellbeing.
Cybersecurity in Intelligent Systems
Building digital trust into AI and IoT by design.
AI, Ethics & Human Flourishing
Responsible AI that puts people first.
Smart Cities & Connected Infrastructure
Designing liveable, efficient and resilient cities.
Research Excellence & Global Collaboration
Building international, impact-driven research teams.
The Future of Higher Education in the Age of AI
How universities and learners thrive alongside AI.
Platforms & recognition
A trusted voice on AI
TEDx SpeakerIEEE ComSoc Distinguished LecturerACM Distinguished SpeakerIEEE Brand AmbassadorManchester Conference Bureau Ambassador
Recent engagements
On stage & in the field
Geneva
AI for WTO Operations — World Trade Organization
Leading a workshop on practical AI for global governance.
Conference
GEN-AI: Global Conference on Next-Generation AI
Convening experts across disciplines to shape the future of AI.
CIoTh
Launch of the Centre of Intelligence of Things
A milestone in AI research and development at the University.
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The TEDx talk
Professor Celestine Iwendi on the TEDx stage, sharing ideas on AI for humanity.
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Conferences, summits, universities and corporate events — let’s craft a session your audience will remember.