Ian Khan "The Futurist" Biography
Theoritical Futurist, Keynote Speaker, Technology Advocate, Storyteller & Innovation ExpertThanks to Ian Khan “The Futurist”—renowned technology futurist and thought leader—who shared valuable insights on AI, sustainability, and human potential.
It was a privelidge to film with Ian Khan “The Futurist” today for an upcoming episode of The Futurist.
Fantastic session, Ian Khan “The Futurist”! The breadth and depth of your knowledge was remarkable – I’ll be checking out your docuseries on Amazon Prime this weekend! 🎥
Why Ian Khan ?
Ian Khan “The Futurist” is a Theoretical Futurist, Author, Media personality and developed of the Theory of Future Readiness. Ian created a new KPI, The Future Readiness Score (FRS), to measure an organizations ability to withstand disruptive factors that can impact its growth.
Khan is a high octane energetic keynote speaker who enthralls his audiences with insightful technology and leadership talks. He is frequently featured in media and has appeared on the BBC, Fox, Bloomberg, CNN, ABC Australia and other media. Ian also hosts his own show “The Futurist” on Prime Video and has a new book “Undisrupted” releasing soon. His other works include “Metaverse for Dummies” and “The Quick Guide to Prompt Engineering”.
Ian has also directed and produced multiple documentary films focused on technology.These include stories on Bitcoin, Government Experience, The Future of Work and Blockchain Technology.
Focus Areas
Future Readiness, Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Future of Work, The Great Resignation, Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence, The Creator Economy. Generative AI, Digital Transformation
Educator and Filmmaking
His works are available on Amazon Prime Video, Emirates Airlines, FlyDubai, and broadcast networks worldwide.
- Blockchain – Ian is the director of the documentary Blockchain City.
- Cryptocurrency – Ian is the director of the documentary film “Bitcoin Dilemma”
- Future of Work – Ian is the director of the upcoming documentary “The Future of Work Debunked”.
- AI The Next Frontier – The Overview of Artificial Intelligence
- The Futurist – Episodic Series
- The Sustainable Future – Episodic Series
Media Recognition
Ian Khan is a multiple documentary film maker, author and has been featured on BBC, CNN, Bloomberg, Fox, CTV, Global TV, Arab News (Saudi Arabia), Gulf News (UAE), Expansion(Spain), Fast Company, and multiple other media outlets.
Multinational Clients
Ian Khan is a highly recognized technology Futurist and leadership expert with clients including Microsoft, Intel, Tigo, KKCG, OECD, Kaseya, Microsoft, American Banker, ServiceNow, AtlanticLNG, the Prime Ministers Office of UAE, and leading professional associations & industry groups.
Collaboration
Ian is a collaborator to many incredible projects, including co-author to “After Shock” and contributor to McGraw Hill, Forbes, Entrepreneur Magazine, Business.com and many other highly recognized media outlets.
Industries
Ian speaks across industries including Manufacturing, Services, Retail, Accounting, Healthcare, Transportation and others on topics including the Future of Work, Blockchain, Bitcoin, Cryptocurrencies, Artificial Intelligence & Future Readiness. He is also the creator of the Future Readiness Score, helping organizations become disruption poof.
Trusted Globally
POPULAR KEYNOTE TOPICS
Ian Khan speaks on key emerging technology areas including;
Category: Artificial Intelligence and Automation
- Artificial Intelligence – The Next Frontier – What are the possibilities of artificial intelligence replacing humans, creating unprecedented automation and augmenting humanity?
- The Future of Work Debunked – All about the remote work economy, digital nomads, the great resignation, and the future of work realities
- The Great Resignation & the Rise of Human Super productivity – The emerging worker movement to reclaim super productivity & longevity
- Transforming Your Business Mindset – The rise of the digital nomad and other phenomena keeping business on 24×7
- Ethical Implications of Artificial Intelligence – Examining the ethical considerations and challenges posed by the increasing use of AI
- AI in Healthcare – Exploring the applications of AI in the healthcare industry and its potential impact on patient care
- AI and Data Privacy – Discussing the concerns and strategies for maintaining data privacy in the age of AI
- AI and Creativity – Exploring the intersection of AI and human creativity and how AI can enhance artistic expression
Category: Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technology
- Blockchain – The Rise of Cities of the Future – The state of Blockchain and the rise of distributed ledger technology to change the nature of trust
- The Bitcoin Dilemma – The Past, Present & Future of Cryptocurrencies
- The Distributed ledger Economy – How Blockchain promises to Change the World
- Hackers Delight – How is Cryptocurrency Helping Hackers Become More Impactful
- The Dark Web Opportunity – Building Business in the Dark Web
- Blockchain in Supply Chain – Exploring the potential benefits of blockchain technology in supply chain management and traceability
- Decentralized Finance (DeFi) – Understanding the emergence of decentralized financial systems built on blockchain technology
- Blockchain in Governance – Examining the potential applications of blockchain in improving transparency and accountability in governance systems
Category: Future of Business and Technology
- The Internet of You – Why the future of business relies on humanity & not technology
- Leading Gen Z & Newer Generations – The new strategy to balance generational gaps at work and peace prevail between GenZ, GenX, Millennials and Others in the Workforce.
- The Creator Economy Wave – The emergence of the Creator Economy & How Individual Creators will Change the Future
- The Convergence Trifecta – How Blockchain, IoT & AI will Change the Future of Business
- The Amazon Effect – How small business can learn from big business
- The Smart City Phenomenon – The Evolution of Data Driven Intelligent Cities & the Future of Urbanization
- The Blind Side of Trust – Ensuring Data Privacy in the Age of Big Tech Domination
- The Inverted Impact Triangle – The Upside-Down Model for Influence in the Age of Data
- Technology Trends for 2022 – learn about massive disruptive forces at work in 2022
- Remote Work and Mental Health – Exploring the impact of remote work on employee mental health and strategies for maintaining well-being
- Future of Retail – Discussing the transformation of the retail industry in the digital age and the role of technology in shaping customer experiences
- Data Ethics and Governance – Examining the ethical considerations and best practices for managing and leveraging data in business contexts
Category: Future of Digital World
- Digital Domino Effect – Predicting the future of a digitally driven world
- Foresight & Future Predictions 2030 – Learn about the state of the world by 2030
- Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity – Exploring the role of AI in strengthening cybersecurity measures and mitigating cyber threats
- Quantum Computing – Understanding the potential of quantum computing in revolutionizing computing power and solving complex problems
Category: Future of Health and Biotechnology
- Microbiome Wars – The Race to Create the Next healthcare breakthrough
- AI in Healthcare – Exploring the applications of AI in the healthcare industry and its potential impact on patient care
- Gene Editing and CRISPR – Discussing the advancements and ethical implications of gene editing technologies like CRISPR
Category: Future of Digital Assets and Virtual Reality
- The Promise of the Metaverse – The upcoming surge of everything meta
- Virtual Reality in Education – Exploring the potential of virtual reality technology in enhancing educational experiences and immersive learning
- Augmented Reality in Retail – Examining the applications of augmented reality in transforming the retail industry and enhancing customer experiences
TAKE A DEEPER DIVE
The AI Revolution
#AI #Medical #Healthcare #Manufacturing #IT #Food #Retail
What is the core value proposition behind Artificial Intelligence, and how can it transform your industry? Ian works across the board with various industry leaders to help understand the future. In his Amazon Prime Series “The Futurist”, Ian covers breaking stories that impact the world. Learn about AI’s impact across industries such as Shipping, logistics, Airlines, Manufacturing, Food production and Fashion, each tackled separately.
AI in Healthcare
#HealthTech #HealthScience #Medical #diagnosis #Medicine
Learn about how technology is transforming the future of healthcare, from drug discovery to imaging and diagnostics. Ian Khan provide examples from his research work and his episodic series on Amazon Prime on key breakthroughs and possibilities in healthcare. Learn about AI replacing the mouse model in drug testing and new AI driven diagnostics tech that changes everything.
The Transportation Revolution
#Mobility #Transport #Land #Rail #Cars #Oceans #Freight #Logistics
Will it be new fuel systems or EVs? Is Hydrogen the new Gasoline or will it be SAF ? How about Autonomous Cars? Ian brings his insights to present the future of the mobility sector. From quadcopters to the last mile, learn how technology is transforming value creation in the industry’s value chain. Learn about manufacturing developments, supply chain innovations, and delivery trends in the broader mobility sector. From Sustainable Air Fuel (SAF) to battery driven drones, what will the future look like ?
Longevity
#Life #Age #Health #DiseaseFree #HealthyLiving #FutureHealthCare
From probiotics to the microbiome, new research and medical breakthroughs are changing how we see longevity. From Blue Zones to lab-grown meats and regenerative agriculture, join Ian Khan as he shares examples of new tech and longevity science to help understand the future of mankind.
Cognitive Cities
#Cities #SMartCities #CognitiveBuildings #AIRealEstate #FutureCities
NEOM, The Line, Hudson Dockyards, and new infrastructure developments are banking on data generation to build cities driven by Artificial Intelligence. Ian Khan shares insights on the explosion of property tech and data science to power AI that can drive cities and create new cognitive cities. Ian shares examples from his conversations worldwide to help understand the future of our cities, urban development and how future generations will live on the planet.
The Future of Money
#Crypto #FAT #BRICS #MonetarySystem #GlobalEconomy
Will the Dollar survive the next decade, or will the Yuan take over the world? How will CBDCs and Crypto change how we view value? From El Salvador’s adoption of Bitcoin to Saudi Arabia’s joining of the BRICKS alliance, Ian Khan shares insights from his work worldwide and unique experiences to help understand the future of money and our financial systems.
The Food Revolution
What is the future of food production, agriculture airy and related industries that have traditionally depended on farming. Today agriculture is boosting its results with technology driven efficiency and harvesting methods. Think about carbon measurement of crops. Sustainability across the full lifecycle of the crops and yields that are healthy, and consume less resources. This keynote is an eye opener on the future of aggrotech, agriculture, farming and crop production industries. Add to this the evolution of lab grown meats, mass produced secondary proteins and new farming methods.
Books by Ian
BESPOKE INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Custom Industries Keynotes Available for;
- Construction
- Accounting
- Healthcare
- Transportation
- High Tech
- Manufacturing
- Banking- Finance
- Government
- Payments
- Real Estate
- Telecommunications
- Water Industry
- Oil & Gas
- Petrochemicals
- Power, Transmission & Distribution
- Renewable Energy
- Climate Change, Environmental
2025 Keynote Topics
👀 What does our AI future look like? 👀
That was the crux of yesterday’s Sands Leadership Lecture at University of Rochester – Simon Business School with Ian Khan “The Futurist”. From his takes on business impact to evolving towards artificial super intelligence to how regulation is trying to keep pace with innovation, Ian left the group with lots of thought-provoking takeaways!
Fantastic session, Ian Khan “The Futurist”! The breadth and depth of your knowledge was remarkable – I’ll be checking out your docuseries on Amazon Prime this weekend! 🎥
Two weeks ago, I attended an insightful lecture by Ian Khan “The Futurist“ on AI and emerging technologies. Introduced the AI Readiness Initiative and Future Readiness Score to help organizations navigate rapid technological change. Feeling inspired to embrace these changes and contribute to the AI conversation. Thanks, Ian!