Insight Session: The Hidden Language Shaping AI Policy, with Daniel Stone
Often when working to shape tech & AI policy that is publicly beneficial, we can feel utterly bulldozed with flowery metaphorical language which doesn’t appear to be grounded in facts: “AI is an arms race!” or “your brain is a computer and a computer… is a brain”, etc.
The future of AI is being moulded by the language we use to discuss it. Metaphors make up 40% of communication in political language — this often goes unnoticed, but has strong influence over our perceptions.
In this insight session Daniel will discuss how metaphor and framing radically impact our understanding of complex issues, and demonstrate why owning the narrative is crucial to winning the argument before it even begins. The session will cover:
Why and how industry execs are leading the way in shaping AI narratives, while advocates and legislators lag behind
Practical insights on crafting coherent, compelling narratives that resonate with your audience.
Why facts alone don't win arguments, and how to align your message with emotions and values
Daniel Stone is an advisor to Prime Ministers, Premiers and C-Suite executives on technology policy and communications. He has held pivotal roles in Australian federal elections and the Marriage Equality campaign. He is now a researcher at Cambridge University's Centre for Future Intelligence, unravelling how values-based messaging builds deep-rooted policy support.
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