Nicholas Davis

Nicholas Davis is Industry Professor of Emerging Technology and Co-Director of the Human Technology Institute at University of Technology Sydney. A former Head of Society and Innovation at the World Economic Forum, his expertise spans innovation policy, technology regulation, and multistakeholder collaboration processes.

Education includes:

• MBA from University of Oxford (2006)
• Bachelor of Laws from University of Sydney (2001)
• Bachelor of Arts from University of Sydney (1999)

His research focuses on ethical AI development, corporate governance frameworks for emerging technologies, and strategies to balance innovation with societal safeguards. Recent work examines accountability mechanisms in high-risk AI applications and practical approaches to responsible technology adoption.

Davis's publications consistently address AI governance challenges, emphasizing transparency, human oversight, and regulatory frameworks. Recent articles analyze corporate responsibility in AI deployment and policy approaches to emerging technology risks.

Professional affiliations include:

• Associate Fellow at University of Oxford's Saïd Business School
• Visiting Fellow at Australian National University
• Associate Fellow at Geneva Centre for Security Policy