Illustration: wildpixel/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreen Illustration: wildpixel/Getty ImagesThe AI doomsday threat: Distinguishing facts from fearJoin our wide-ranging panel of AI researchers, ethicists and policy experts as they guide us through the realities of the AI threat Date: Thursday 15 October 2026 Times: 7.30pm-9pm (BST)Livestream only Book tickets Apocalyptic warnings about artificial intelligence now dominate global news. How do we separate facts from speculation?Recent claims from AI researchers have brought concerns about superintelligence into mainstream political debate. But how credible are these apocalyptic predictions? Are AI companies genuinely losing control of the technology? Or are these distracting us from harms already unfolding, including misinformation, cybercrime, job displacement and the concentration of corporate power?Join our wide-ranging panel of AI researchers, ethicists and policy experts as they examine where experts agree and disagree, interrogate the claims and counterclaims about the risks and calls to slow down its development, and explore crucial steps governments and tech companies must take now to help us safely navigate the AI revolution. Chaired by the Guardian’s global technology editor, Dan Milmo and with Professor Dame Wendy Hall, University of Southampton. With more speakers to be announced.Details Book tickets Date: Thursday 15 October 2026 Times: 7.30pm-9pm (BST)Location: Livestream only Or see this time zone converter to check your local live streaming time.If you miss this live event, a recording will be sent to you. It will be available for four weeks so you can catch-up or revisit the event in your own time.Quick GuideGuardian Live events Terms and ConditionsShowWhat are the terms and conditions?By proceeding, you agree to the Guardian Live events Terms and Conditions. To find out what personal data we collect and how we use it, please visit our Privacy Policy.How do I access a livestream event?This event will be hosted on a third-party live streaming platform Vimeo, please refer to their privacy policy and terms and conditions before purchasing a ticket to the event. After registering, please refer to your confirmation email for access to the event.Will there be closed captions available?Yes closed captions will be available for this event.Guardian Live events newsletterRead moreAbout Guardian Live eventsGuardian Live brings you closer to the big stories, award-winning journalists, and leading thinkers in livestreamed and interactive events that you can access from wherever you are in the world. To stay informed, sign up to our newsletter.You can also follow us on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram.Explore more on these topicsGuardian Live eventsShareReuse this content