AI for Business Transformation

Detlef Nauck is a BT Distinguished Engineer and the Head of AI & Data Science Research for BT’s Research Division located at Adastral Park, Ipswich, UK. Detlef leads a programme spanning the work of 30+ international researchers who develop capabilities underpinning future AI systems. A key part of the work is to establish best practices in AI and Machine Learning leading to the deployment of safe, responsible, and auditable AI solutions that are driving real business value. The AI research programme also covers areas like NLP, Generative AI, Federated Learning, Distributed AI, and the social impact of AI adoption.

Detlef is a computer scientist by training and holds a PhD and a Postdoctoral Degree (Habilitation) in Machine Learning and Data Analytics. He has over 30 years of experience in AI & Data, and he is a Visiting Professor at Bournemouth University and a Private Docent at the Otto-von-Guericke University of Magdeburg, Germany. He has published 3 books, over 120 papers, holds 15 patents and has 30 active patent applications.

Jason Maude is a coder, coach, and public speaker. He has over a decade of experience working in the financial sector, primarily in creating and delivering software. He is passionate about explaining complex technical concepts to those who are convinced that they won’t be able to understand them. He currently works at Starling Bank as their Chief Technology Advocate and host of the Starling podcast.

Toby is a leading IP litigator, advising clients in the High-Tech and Life Science Sectors. Toby works on a wide range of contentious and non-contentious intellectual property matters, with a specialty in Patent Litigation. In more recent years, Toby has acted in many of the leading cases in the electronics, telecommunications and software sectors in the UK, including Standard Essential Patents (SEP) and FRAND litigation across all areas of technology.

Much of Toby’s work involves cross-border disputes, with litigation often taking place in the UK in parallel with actions around the globe. Toby has run many high-profile litigation matters before the High Court, Court of Appeal and Supreme Court as well as international arbitration and mediation.

Toby also advises on software copyright disputes as well as licensing of IP rights.

Toby joined CMS in 2022 after working at both Allen & Overy LLP and Bird & Bird LLP.