This is not a talk about AI
Making sense of AI without the hype
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Rik Vera has decided to rename his AI keynote.
Why? Because he’s not here to dive into the technical details of machine learning versus reinforcement learning, only to get lost in complex jargon—that’s just not his style. He’s also not here to paint an overly optimistic picture of the future with flying cars, hyper-personalized shopping, and miracle cures. AI is too important to be reduced to flashy entertainment.
At the same time, Rik refuses to engage in fearmongering. The world has already heard enough apocalyptic warnings—AI being unethical, stealing jobs, or threatening humanity. He believes that both utopian and dystopian extremes are equally unhelpful. Instead, this keynote takes a clear-eyed, no-nonsense approach to what AI truly means for business and society.
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Rik is an author, futurist, business philosopher, coach, and inspirational keynote speaker with a focus on business models, leadership, innovation, and customer centricity. He is passionate about helping companies stay relevant in the future.
Having delivered over 1500 keynotes in 62 countries, Rik captivates audiences with his unique blend of storytelling, visuals, and practical insights that prepare organizations for the future while providing actionable takeaways for today. Known for his Belgian humor, authenticity, and engaging presentations, Rik also specializes in leveraging the metaverse, AI, and data to future-proof businesses.
He collaborates with companies to develop new growth opportunities, always sparking fresh ideas with a touch of humor.
International keynote speaker, coach, author and advisor on the impact of all things digital on society and business.
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