In a world rapidly shifting from intelligence to autonomy, AI is no longer just a tool. It’s learning to decide, act, and evolve, reshaping every industry, every role, and every opportunity.

At this pivotal moment, AI Unbound invites you to step into the future. Presented by PwC featuring TED, this half day event is designed for senior leaders shaping the enterprise, transforming strategy, and reimagining what’s possible with AI.

This is not another tech event. It’s a curated afternoon of vision, bold ideas and commercial insights, where TED visionaries including Tom Gruber (co-creator of Siri) and Nanjira Sambuli (global tech policy expert), alongside global PwC leaders including Scott Likens (Global Chief AI Engineer), will explore how AI is redefining business, leadership, and delivers commercial outcomes.

Your experience at a glance

 

AI Unbound: featuring TED

Wednesday, 6 August 2025
1:00pm–6:00pm

Machine Hall
185 Clarence Street, Sydney

A fast-paced afternoon including TED Talks featuring visionary thinking, bold commercial insights and cultural connection - designed to inspire leaders shaping the future.

Transport between venues will be provided.

AI showcase and elevated dinner 

Wednesday, 6 August 2025 
6:30pm–9:30pm

O Bar and Dining
Australia Square, Level 47/264 George Street, Sydney

An elevated dining experience featuring The Living Lab: AI in Action - a live showcase of AI brought to life through immersive storytelling, tech and thought leadership.

Transport between venues will be provided.

Meet our speakers

Hosted by renowned Australian journalist and television presenter Sarah Harris, this is an experience designed to inform, inspire, and ignite what’s next. The event brings together global leaders, TED visionaries, and bold thinkers to explore how AI is reshaping our world, responsibly, and at scale. From agentic systems to human-led innovation, discover what it means to lead with clarity, courage, and purpose in the era of intelligent technology.

Agenda

1:00 PM – Registration & Welcome 
Arrive and connect over welcome refreshments. 
 
1:30 PM – Opening Ceremony & Remarks 
Including Acknowledgement of Country and introduction to the day’s theme. 
 
2:00 PM – Keynote: The AI Moment – From Intelligence to Agency 
Presented by Scott Likens, PwC Global Technology & Innovation Leader. 
 
2:30 PM – AI as a Catalyst for Business Transformation 
A series of bold ideas and insights from TED speakers and PwC leaders. 
 
3:25 PM – Networking Break 
Continue the conversation over light refreshments. 
 
4:00 PM – The Human Side of Transformation 
A thought-provoking TED talk and leadership perspectives on culture, creativity, and responsible AI. 
 
4:40 PM – Closing Panel: Leadership in an AI-Accelerated World 
Hear from TED and PwC voices on how to lead with trust, purpose, and foresight in a changing landscape. 
 
5:30 PM – Conference Close 
 
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Evening Program 
 
6:00 PM – Transfer to Evening Venue: O Bar and Dining 
Enjoy Sydney’s skyline and a seamless transition to the evening experience. 
 
6:30 PM – AI Showcase 
An immersive journey through the ideas explored during the day — from agentic AI to human connection, brought to life through experience and storytelling. 
 
7:30 PM – AI Unbound Industry Dinner 
A curated, sit-down dinner designed to foster meaningful conversations and connections among Australia’s top business and technology leaders. 

 

Who should attend?

AI Unbound, featuring TED is an exclusive, invitation-only experience designed for Australia’s most senior business and technology leaders — including CEOs, CFOs, CIOs, CTOs, and those driving digital transformation at scale. 

If you’re leading innovation, strategy, or enterprise change, this is a moment not to miss. 

Join us to: 

  • Gain exclusive insights from TED speakers and PwC’s global innovation leaders 

  • Discover the next frontier in AI — from generative tools to agentic intelligence 

  • Explore how to apply AI responsibly, creatively, and at scale 

  • Engage in C-suite-level dialogue on strategy, trust, transformation, and value 

  • Connect with industry trailblazers over a premium dining experience 

FAQs


Do I have to attend both the conference and the dinner? 

No, if your schedule does not allow you to attend the dinner, you can opt to attend just the conference when you register here.


What is the dress code? 

Business casual dress is what most attendees opt for, but we also recommend that you dress in layers as the conference venue can get chilly.


Are you providing travel between the venues? 

Yes, buses will be provided to transport you from Machine Hall (conference venue) to O Bar and Dining (evening venue).


Where can I provide my dietary and accessibility preferences? 

You can easily provide your dietary and accessibility preferences during registration here.

While every effort will be made to accommodate all dietary requirements, please note that neither Machine Hall nor O Bar and Dining can guarantee that any menu items are completely free from allergens. All food is prepared in central kitchens where allergens may be present.


Will photos and videos be taken on the day? 

Yes, photos and videos will be taken during the conference. In the evening, only photos will be taken to allow for free and private conversations.

Your image may be shared with attendees or used in future communications. If you'd prefer not to have your image shared, please contact the insert events team email. Your personal information is managed according to our privacy policy.


Will I be able to access conference materials? 

Yes, the TED Talks will be available on pwc.com.au and ted.com.


Will the event allow for accessibility needs? 

We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all participants. If you have an accessibility-related need for the day or transport options provided, please let us know during you registration profile or email us directly here.

On demand: Our TED partnership

TEDxSydney

At TEDxSydney 2025, bold ideas met big challenges - and we were right there for it.

As proud partners, PwC teams came together to ask big questions, reflect on bold thinking, and explore what’s possible. In this behind the scenes footage, we capture one-word reflections, powerful moments, and the energy that reminded us: the future is something we shape together.

 

TED Vancouver, Humanity Reimagined
7-11 April 2025

AI is gaining power at an astonishing pace, prompting a question that's both alarming and illuminating: what are humans for? At TED2025, AI thought leaders convened to discuss how AI can accelerate human potential in the years ahead.

We joined forces with TED Conferences to address AI’s biggest questions. Highlights from PwC included a spotlight session featuring Joe Atkinson, PwC’s Global Chief AI Officer, on the global impact of AI and how scaling AI can transform the world. Furthermore, TEDxPwC presented an exclusive AI Hideaway curated by Apolinario Passos. This space showcased AI installations and hosted special guests.

 

TEDAI Events | Catch-up

At TEDAI Vienna and TEDAI San Francisco, we joined forces with TED Conferences to address AI's biggest questions.

TEDAI is an exploration of shared future that is liberated, not limited by technology. It is a conference designed to ignite curiosity, spark critical thinking, and inspire hope - an unforgettable journey into what's next in AI.

Get in touch

If you have any queries related to this event, please reach out to our events team.