Henry Ajder is a world-leading expert on AI, deepfakes, and the synthetic revolution, renowned for anticipating the seismic impact of generative AI in his acclaimed BBC documentary series, The Future Will be Synthesised. Recognized as a “Generative AI Power Player” by the Financial Times’ Sifted and named one of the world’s top 15 AI speakers, he is the first "deepfake cartographer" and has transformed global understanding of AI’s unprecedented impact on business and society.
His expertise is highly valued at the highest levels of global policy and technology. He serves as an expert advisor to organizations including Meta, The World Economic Forum, Adobe, the UK Government, and the EU Commission. His groundbreaking 2019 report, The State of Deepfakes, was the first to map the tangible impact of generative technologies, directly shaping global AI legislation and corporate AI strategy since 2018. He leads the University of Cambridge’s Generative AI In Business programme and previously led frontier AI programs at MIT.
Ajder founded Latent Space Advisory, a firm specializing in helping business and political leaders navigate the fast-moving AI landscape to drive informed innovation. Prior to this, he served as Head of Policy at Metaphysic, Hollywood’s leading AI company, and Head of Threat Intelligence at Sensity, the world’s first deepfake detection startup. This blend of technical insight and policy influence makes him a critical voice on frontier tech trends and ethics.
As a highly sought-after public speaker and a LinkedIn "Top Voice" on AI, Henry has delivered keynotes for leading organizations including Citibank and at major conferences like SXSW. He is a globally recognized media contributor, frequently appearing in broadcasts from CNN, Bloomberg, and BBC News. His presentations empower audiences with a clear understanding of the risks and opportunities of synthetic media and the strategic imperatives for leaders in the AI age.
