Carme Artigas
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Artificial Intelligence

Carme Artigas

Transform digital strategies with Carme Artigas, speaker and AI governance expert. Carme works with organizations to navigate artificial intelligence, big data, and technological innovation, delivering insights backed by her UN leadership and European regulatory expertise.

Carme Artigas Speaker Biography

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Former Spanish Secretary of State for Digitalization and AI
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Former Co-chair of UN AI Advisory Body
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Co-founder and CEO of Synergic Partners
Carme Artigas is a Spanish executive and entrepreneur known for her expertise in Big Data, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and technology innovation. She co-founded Synergic Partners, a pioneering Big Data company in Europe, and served as its CEO until it was acquired by Telefónica.

From 2020 to 2023, Carme held the position of Secretary of State for Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence in Spain. She also led the National Cybersecurity Institute and the Spanish Agency for the Supervision of Artificial Intelligence.

Carme is an ambassador for the Women in Data Science conferences at Stanford University and a member of Columbia University's Data Ideas Factory innovation network. She was appointed co-chair of the AI Advisory Body of the United Nations, focusing on international governance of AI. She coordinated negotiations for an Artificial Intelligence Act to regulate AI at the European level during Spain's presidency of the Council of the European Union.

With over 25 years in the technology sector, Carme has been recognised as one of the top women in data globally. Her work aims to position Spain as a leader in digital transition and technology transformation.

Carme is a Senior Fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School’s Belfer Center and a member of the European Council on Foreign Relations. She has received several honours, including the Great Cross of the Military Medal and the title of Lady of the Imperial Hispanic Order of Charles V. She was named one of Forbes’ 100 most influential women in Spain. She has also been acknowledged by Insight Success as one of the 30 most influential executives with international impact.

Carme's talks address the effects of technological change on businesses and society, covering topics like big data and AI. Her insights inspire professionals both nationally and internationally. She has taught in master's programmes on technology and innovation and has played a key role in shaping AI regulations in the European Union.

Why We Recommend Booking Carme

Book Carme Artigas to gain insights from a leading expert in Big Data and AI. Her extensive experience in technology innovation and regulatory frameworks, combined with her influential roles in both the public and private sectors, will inspire and educate your audience on navigating digital transformation.

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Topics, Sessions And Talks

The Impact of Big Data on Business Transformation

Artigas examines how big data reshapes business strategies and enhances decision-making. Through concrete examples and success stories, she illustrates the transformative power of data in various industries. Attendees will gain insights into leveraging big data for strategic advantage, understanding its role in driving innovation, and discovering practical applications that can lead to successful business outcomes.

Artificial Intelligence: Challenges and Opportunities

Carme Artigas will explore the current and future landscape of Artificial Intelligence, emphasising its capacity to foster innovation while tackling ethical and regulatory challenges. Attendees will gain insights into the complexities of AI, understand its transformative potential, and learn how to navigate the associated challenges effectively.

Female Leadership in the Technological Era

Carme Artigas discusses her journey as a female leader in the technology sector, emphasising the importance of diversity and inclusion. She highlights the challenges and opportunities women face in this rapidly evolving field. Attendees will gain insights into effective leadership strategies, the significance of fostering an inclusive environment, and practical steps to empower women in technology, ultimately inspiring them to drive change within their own organisations.

Regulation of Artificial Intelligence

Drawing on her experience as a Secretary of State, Carme Artigas discusses the complexities of creating a regulatory framework for Artificial Intelligence both in the European Union and worldwide. She highlights the challenges faced and the progress made in this evolving field. Attendees will gain insights into the current state of AI regulation and the critical considerations for future governance in this transformative technology.

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