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Dr Radhika Dirks is a visionary leader in artificial intelligence, renowned for her trailblazing insights into generative AI and its transformative ability. The founder and CEO of XLabs and Ribo AI, she has been recognised as one of Forbes’ 30 Women in AI to Watch and among Deloitte’s Top Women in the AI World. Radhika’s speaking engagements captivate audiences with topics ranging from the human impacts of AI technologies like ChatGPT and DALL-E to their potential to solve global challenges.
Radhika’s journey began with a relentless passion for science and innovation. After earning an Honours degree in Physics from Purdue University, she pursued advanced studies at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, obtaining a Master’s in Nanotechnology and a PhD in Quantum Computing. Her early career saw her contributing to cutting-edge research as a Postdoctoral Researcher, building quantum computers at the Kwiat Quantum Information Group. She later co-founded Rotary Gallop, a firm integrating corporate strategy with emerging technologies, and made significant strides in technology commercialisation and venture capital as part of Shell Technology Ventures’ $1 billion revival initiative.
In recent years, Radhika has achieved remarkable milestones. She co-founded Seldn, an AI platform that accurately predicted the rise of ISIS two weeks in advance. Her influence extends globally through her advisory roles for Fortune 500 companies, international organisations, and start-ups. As a mentor at Katapult Accelerator and a guest lecturer in AI and Quantum Computing at Singularity University, she continues to shape the next generation of innovators. In 2024, she published The AI Laments, further solidifying her reputation as a thought leader. With 22 peer-reviewed publications, over 360 citations, and features in outlets like the BBC, Fast Company, and The Wall Street Journal, Radhika’s expertise is both widely acknowledged and highly respected.
Dr Radhika Dirks is hired not only for her deep technical knowledge but also for her ability to make complex concepts accessible and actionable. Her compelling vision for the future of AI, combined with her innovative leadership and captivating style, makes her an influential speaker for audiences seeking to navigate and thrive in the evolving world of AI.
Dr Radhika Dirks is regularly booked to engage audiences at events, read their latest feedback below:
“Absolutely amazing. By the next day, we were applying Radhika’s terminology and framework to everything! Many great things are going to come out of this for us.”
“Fantastic and brilliant keynote. Radhika is a magnetic speaker.”
“Radhika completely changed the way I think. I went from not knowing what the future could bring to envisioning any space will be transformed by AI. Her sessions quickly became our favourite time of the week!”
“Dr Radhika Dirks’ keynote was brilliant. It’s rare to find a world-renowned expert in their field who can also find the balance of storytelling, emotion, humour, and humility. Radhika was a home run for us and I would recommend her to speak for any event. We look forward to having her back soon.”
“What a great session! Radhika’s keynote was one of the most talked about in and around the conference.”
“Dr Radhika Dirks was incredible! Her talk was insightful and inspiring while acknowledging broader risks and considerations.”
“Radhika Dirks is a rockstar! Not only is she a brilliant mind and speaker on AI and technology – she will inspire anyone she meets with the way she sees the world. She’s an innovator, scientist, artist, and humanitarian and will move people with her ideas and incite action for the greater good. It’s a privilege to know her!”
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