Henry Ajder

Henry is Head of Policy & Partnerships at Metaphysic, a company pioneering the ethical development of hyper-realistic synthetic media technologies.

He is also the lead at Synthetic Futures, a community dedicated to shaping a positive future for deepfakes, synthetic media, and metaverse technologies.

A leading expert on deepfakes and synthetic media, Henry’s research has shaped global understanding of synthetic media and its societal impacts.

He advises governments, companies, and NGOs on the threats and opportunities these disruptive technologies present, from commercial and cybersecurity strategies to legislation and public policy.

Henry is also an established speaker and media contributor speaker, regularly featuring on the BBC, The New York Times, Vox, The Guardian, Wired, and The Financial Times.