Prof. Dr. Nicolai Krüger

Artificial intelligence amplifies the interplay of technology and society

AI lets us develop symbiotic ideas at scale: the search for patterns, interfaces and solution options becomes technologically accessible across business, democracy and every part of life. Whether and how we seize this opportunity, as individuals, public authorities or companies, matters just as much as choosing not to.

100+Talks & keynotes
EU AI OfficeAppointed expert
DEAR-GOVResearch project
ForschungsimpulsScience podcast
Prof. Dr. Nicolai Krüger
About

Research at the intersection of AI, the state and democracy

I research and teach how artificial intelligence changes the way the state acts, and how a democratic state stays both effective and true to its values.

In the research project DEAR-GOV (Democracy-Enhancing AI for Resilient Government) I study how AI strengthens public administration and democratic institutions, and how hybrid threats can be detected early.

In talks and impulses I translate this into clear decisions: where AI creates real value, where it needs accountability, and how the state and organisations stay in control.

And for companies and development teams it gets concrete too: applied AI, vibe coding and automation that make a real difference day to day.

I also share my findings in the science podcast Forschungsimpuls.

Professor of Administrative InformaticsTeaching & research on AI and digitalisation
Appointed expert, EU AI OfficeEuropean Commission · Interoperable Europe
DEAR-GOV project leadDemocracy-Enhancing AI for Resilient Government
Keynote speaker & science communicationStages, congresses, podcast & social media
Topics

What I speak about

Four focus areas, bookable individually or woven into one keynote.

01

AI and the democratic state

How AI changes the way the state acts, and how democracy can respond.

02

Applied AI & vibe coding

Vibe coding, no-code and automation: how teams reach working prototypes fast with modern tools.

03

Detecting hybrid threats

Spotting disinformation, manipulation and new forms of attack early, and building resilience.

04

Digital sovereignty

How the state and organisations keep data, models and accountability in their own hands.

Formats

How we can work together

60–90 Min

Keynote

Evidence-based and engaging, for congresses, conferences and expert panels.

Half/full day

Workshop

Hands-on with your team: from AI idea to a tangible prototype.

Ongoing

Science communication

Interviews, panels, podcast and social media: making AI accessible to a broad public.

Live on stage
On stage

AI keynotes that move the room

From expert conference to the main stage: AI made clear, sharp and with a point of view. Available for keynotes, talks and panels.

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On tour

Speaking engagements

A selection of stages, conferences and expert panels. In-house corporate events are listed anonymised for confidentiality.

Past engagements

08/2026In-house AI workshop for executivesIn-house corporate event
07/2026In-house AI workshop for executivesIn-house corporate event
01/2026AI in skilled tradesEnergy cooperative, Düsseldorf region
10/2025AI talkIn-house corporate event
09/2025KeynoteSkilled-crafts guild assembly, Düsseldorf
09/2025AI impulseeuregio rhine-meuse-north · Future Work Lab, Krefeld
08/2025AI talkIn-house corporate event
07/2025Expert AI talkBDVT – German training & consulting association
07/2025AI in public administrationSymposium · HS Ludwigsburg
06/2025In-house AI seminarIn-house corporate event
05/2025AI keynoteDistrict government of Düsseldorf

Upcoming

31.08.2026In-house AI workshop for executivesIn-house corporate event
16.09.2026Hilden Adult Education Centre: AI & democracyAdult education centre, Hilden · Event page →
12.10.2026Guest lectureUniversity
17.11.2026In-house AI workshop for executivesIn-house corporate event
18.11.2026In-house AI workshop for executivesIn-house corporate event
27.11.2026AI BiennaleMülheim an der Ruhr · Event page →

I promote open, public events on social media and here on this page.

Enquiries for keynotes and talks are handled exclusively by pitchnext GmbH.

Podcast

Forschungsimpuls — the science podcast

Research for your ears: AI, digitalisation and future topics, solo and with guests.

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Contact

Let's talk about AI in your organisation

Keynote, workshop or an AI project? Whether company, association or public administration: send a few lines about it and I'll get back to you promptly.

Press and interview enquiries are welcome, including international media.