In 2025, the conversation around Artificial Intelligence has moved decisively beyond the hype cycle. AI is no longer a futuristic concept; it is a present reality, reshaping everything from our boardrooms to our battlefields. But as organisations race to harness its power, they are confronting a new and complex frontier of risk. This is the central theme of #RISK AI London, a one-day conference and expo taking place on September 28, 2025, that is dedicated to building an integrated blueprint for a resilient AI future.
The conference agenda is a masterclass in modern risk management, structured to address the full lifecycle of AI governance. It moves from high-level strategic concerns to practical, on-the-ground implementation, acknowledging that AI is an enterprise-wide issue that cannot be managed in a silo.
Is Your Board AI-Literate?
The journey begins at the top. The session “Is Your Board AI-Literate? Raising Risk Awareness at the Top” recognises a fundamental truth: a company’s ability to govern AI starts with its leadership. Without an informed board, an organisation is left to navigate a minefield of potential legal, ethical, and reputational pitfalls.
This session is critical for ensuring that strategic decisions are not just technologically driven, but also grounded in a deep understanding of the risks involved. It sets the stage for a conference that is less about technical jargon and more about strategic foresight.
The Human Element: Operationalising Governance
While boards set the strategy, the operational challenge of AI governance falls to the risk and compliance teams. This is where the conference agenda shifts from “why” to “how.” The session “Human-in-the-Loop: Operationalising AI Governance” explores the practicalities of embedding AI into workflows while maintaining human oversight. It’s about designing systems that are transparent, accountable, and, most importantly, trustworthy.
This is a topic that resonates deeply with The Association of GRC (AGRC), a key partner of #RISK AI London. The AGRC’s mission to foster best practices and professional standards is perfectly aligned with the need to create a “human-in-the-loop” framework that empowers, rather than replaces, risk professionals.
From the Battlefield to the Boardroom: A Geopolitical and Workforce Reality
The event also connects AI risk to the broader geopolitical and socioeconomic landscape. “AI on the Battlefield: The New Rules of Engagement” and “AI & the Workforce: Risk, Regulation and the Future of Work” are two sessions that speak to the urgent, macro-level challenges we face. AI is a tool of strategic competition between nations, and its use in both military and economic spheres is creating a new set of ethical and security dilemmas.
Simultaneously, the rise of AI in the workplace presents challenges around skills gaps, talent retention, and regulatory oversight—all of which must be managed with care to ensure a fair and stable future.
The Dark Side of AI: Deepfakes and Disinformation
Perhaps no topic demonstrates the urgency of AI risk more than the session “Truth Under Siege: Deepfakes, Disinformation and AI-Driven Fraud.” Generative AI has provided fraudsters with a powerful new arsenal of tools, from hyper-realistic deepfake videos to highly convincing phishing scams. This session addresses how organisations can build resilient anti-fraud frameworks and digital identity solutions to protect their brands and their customers from an increasingly sophisticated enemy.
It’s a stark reminder that while AI promises efficiency and innovation, it also presents an existential threat to the very idea of digital trust.
The Value of an Integrated Approach
The true value of #RISK AI London lies in its integrated approach. By bringing together leaders from technology, compliance, legal, and human resources, the conference breaks down the silos that can leave organisations vulnerable. The presence of partners like the AGRC is crucial, as they bring a wealth of expertise and a community dedicated to a holistic approach to GRC. They and other exhibitors provide the essential solutions that help organisations move from a theoretical understanding of risk to a practical, implementable strategy.
The conference is a call to action. It is a space for leaders to move beyond fear and into action, to exchange knowledge, and to build the partnerships needed to master this new frontier. It’s an opportunity to learn not just about the risks, but also about how to use robust governance and ethical frameworks to turn AI from a threat into a powerful tool for resilience and strategic advantage.
The sessions culminate with “The Next 12 Months in AI Risk – What Keeps You Up at Night?”, a forward-looking conversation designed to arm leaders with the foresight they need to prepare for the inevitable changes ahead.
#RISK AI London is more than an event; it’s a blueprint for a safer, more responsible AI future.
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