Carissa Véliz is a philosopher, author and leading authority on privacy, digital ethics and the societal consequences of artificial intelligence. As the author of Privacy Is Power, she has shaped global conversations on how data extraction, surveillance and AI-driven systems alter freedom, autonomy and democratic life.

As AI becomes increasingly data-hungry and embedded in everyday decisions, Carissa brings a vital perspective grounded in moral philosophy and real-world consequence. Her work examines how personal data is collected, traded and weaponised and why privacy is not a niche concern, but a foundational condition for trust, safety and legitimate innovation.

Her talks are clear, principled and intellectually rigorous. They focus on what leaders must understand about privacy, consent and power as AI systems scale and why ethical shortcuts create long-term risk for organisations and society alike.