See what’s on and plan your day at LifeIn AI
Doors open 10am
Remember to have your ticket ready for entry
Event curators Christina and Matt open the event with Plymouth City Council’s Responsible AI Champion Daniel Steel, and Tom Coates, Future Capabilities Director, Babcock International Group.
10:30-10:45 | Welcome Speeches in the Keynote Area
Keynote Talks Schedule
Running between 10:45 - 17:00
On the Ground Floor in the main Market Hall
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With Liam Palette, AIDEX Ethics, Policy and Training Lead at Babcock International Group
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With COO Sam Nixson
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With Babcock International Group, Rebecca Smith MP, University of Plymouth and Tech South West. Hosted by Vicky Cope, Partnership Director at Team Plymouth
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Focusing on child safety and parental control while using AI
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A ‘practical story’ about using AI to experiment, learn, solve problems and ‘turn ideas into something real’ with founder Terri Lamerton
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With Dr Amir Aly, lecturer in AI and Robotics
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Including panellists Dr Laura Dawkins from the Met Office; Vicky Cope from Team Plymouth; Caitlin Gould from TECwomen and Dr Dena Bazazian from UoP. Moderated by Microsoft’s Jess Coomer.
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With Co Founder Scott Quilter
Workshop Room Schedule
Running between 11:00 - 17:00
On the mezzanine level in the Market Hall
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With Co Founder Scott Quilter
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Similar to an escape room run by students and CCP
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With Neil Young, Global Engineering Capability Director, and Stacey Turner, External Engagement Advisor
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Curious about AI but not sure where to start? Join this fast-paced, interactive session that shows how AI can support life, learning and work. Led by The University of Plymouth’s Vicki Kennedy, with Babcock International Group AI expert Liam Palette.
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Two practitioners share how they’re using AI across work, business and everyday life. With Ben Siu and Rupert Lorraine
Running between 11:00 - 16:30
Digital Plymouth Track
Boardroom Schedule
A whole day of Workshops by Digital Plymouth and partners of LifeIn AI 2026. On the mezzanine level in the Market Hall
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With Microsoft’s Richard Potter, Director of Digital Strategy, & John Childs, Cloud Solution Architect
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A business-orientated look at cybersecurity and AI safety
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Exploring how people of all ages can move from passive AI users to active builders
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How to build AI tools that save you time (and headaches) with Gavin Jones from Elixel
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Plymouth’s educational robot creators share ideas and invite you to play with their robots.
Immersive Dome Schedule
Experience the UKs largest immersive dome on the ground floor, entrance through the Market Hall. Please be aware of bright lights, flashing imagery and loud audio experiences. Seating will be provided in the form of bean bags and chairs.
Running between 11:00 - 17:00
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Dive deep beneath Plymouth Sound as you explore a subsea testbed for marine autonomy and AI-enabled ocean technologies.
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A live music demonstration with AI-assisted coding from composer and musician Alex Alani, University of Plymouth.
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Join Real Ideas’ Madeline Hall, Head of Creative Enterprise, to discuss the practical applications of AI in the production of immersive Dome experiences.
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Dive deep beneath Plymouth Sound as you explore a subsea testbed for marine autonomy and AI-enabled ocean technologies.
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Fully immerse yourself in the 360-degree Dome experience with these epic screenings
Podcast Live Stream Schedule
With our live broadcast partner Devon Chamber of Commerce
Podcasts will be live-streamed on the Devon Chamber LinkedIn and Facebook channels, and the LifeIn AI LinkedIn page. Ensure you are following our pages to enjoy these insightful segments throughout the day.
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Join Dr Amir Aly, lecturer in AI and Robotics
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With Neil Young, Global Engineering Capability Director; Laura Thyer, Welding Apprentice; and MP Rebecca Smith
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With Gavin Jones from Elixel and Gareth Allen from Soundview
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Join event creators Christina Wilkins and Matt Fleming.
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Live Event Broadcasting
Podcasts streamed live on LinkedIn and Facebook by our official broadcast partners Devon Chamber of Commerce, hosted by Paul Philpott from Fresh Air Studios. Tune in for insights and exclusive interviews with regional tech leaders throughout the day.
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