The Future of AI Needs Translators | Kyle Collins | TEDxArden University Manchester

This talk explores how many of us rule ourselves out of opportunities before the world has even had the chance to say yes or no. Through Kyle’s journey from dropping out of college and believing certain spaces were “for other people”, to finding confidence through university, AI leadership and community-building, he challenges the idea that we need to feel fully ready before we begin. As AI reshapes work, learning and opportunity, Kyle shows why the future belongs not to the most technical, but to those willing to start, adapt and build confidence in motion. Kyle Collins is a technology consultant at IBM Consulting, where he helps organisations explore AI, digital transformation and practical innovation. He is Chair of IBM UK&I’s Gen AI Society, leading initiatives that have supported thousands of professionals, students and clients to build confidence with emerging technology. A multi-award-winning professional, Kyle is passionate about making AI accessible, inclusive and useful for people who may not see themselves as “technical”. His work focuses on bridging the gap between technology, confidence and opportunity. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx