Past TEDx event

TEDxSanta Monica

Human Connectivity in the Age of AI

Took placeOctober 30, 2025
LocationLos Angeles, California, United States
FormatStandard
Artificial Intelligence is rewriting the story of human progress — transforming how we work, learn, create, and connect. From generative models that compose symphonies to algorithms that make life-altering decisions, AI is reshaping every corner of modern life. Yet amid this acceleration, a critical question emerges: how do we preserve the essence of what makes us human? In this TedX event, we will explore the rise of AI not as a threat, but as a mirror — reflecting both our brilliance and our vulnerabilities. We’ll look at the opportunities it brings for innovation and empathy, alongside the risks of disconnection, bias, and automation fatigue. Most importantly, we’ll discuss how to design a future where technology amplifies, rather than replaces, human connection.

Speakers

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  • Dan Priest

    Dan Priest is the US Chief AI Officer for PwC, where he is responsible for leading the firm's historic $1 billion investment in AI technologies and guiding Fortune 100 clients in harnessing its power. With over 25 years of experience as a tech and innovation leader, Dan is focused on helping businesses move beyond piloting AI use cases to integrating AI responsibly and strategically, turning its potential into measurable business transformation.

  • Matthew Jacobson

    Mat Jacobson is the president and Founder of Kennedy University of Leadership and Dūcere Global Business School, an award-winning education enterprise partnering with governments, universities, and industry leaders to deliver career-focused, applied learning across four continents. Recognized for his innovation in higher education, Mat has collaborated with Presidents, Prime Ministers, Nobel Laureates, and Fortune 500 CEOs to make world-class education globally accessible.

  • Rakesh Bhatia

    Rakesh Bhatia is a global business leader with over 40 years of experience driving transformation and innovation through emerging technologies. During his time at PwC, he built and scaled global operations across 12 countries, helping Fortune 500 companies harness automation, AI, and global talent for growth. Today, he advises GenAI startups and global leaders, and serves on nonprofit boards promoting education, mentorship, and leadership development. Rakesh is passionate about helping people and organizations shape the future with AI.

  • Shaun Miller

    Dr. Shaun Miller serves as the Chief Health Informatics Officer (CHIO) at Cedars-Sinai. Board-certified in internal medicine and clinical informatics, he has been an integral leader in implementing the enterprise Electronic Health Record (EHR) and now helps lead strategic initiatives across the health system. Dr. Miller is a recognized expert in implementing clinical decision support, enhancing EHR clinical workflows, and driving the expansive use of patient-focused digital health solutions and clinical artificial intelligence for improved patient care and physician wellness.

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