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Prof. Alexiei Dingli
Prof. Alexiei Dingli
Prof. Alexiei Dingli BSc, PhD, MBA
Professor of AI, Entrepreneur, Board Advisor & International Speaker

Helping leaders turn artificial intelligence into measurable advantage.

Prof. Alexiei Dingli advises organisations, boards, and governments on how to understand, adopt, and govern AI responsibly. Through strategic consultancy, executive education, and international speaking, he helps leaders move beyond the hype and make better decisions.

Selected Institutions & Roles
University of Malta Professor of AI
Digital Brain Founder & Director
HSBC Malta Board Director
United Nations COSP Invited Presenter
Capital City Valletta Former Mayor (2008-2019)
Service Architecture

Three pathways to prepare your organisation for the age of AI.

01

Strategic Advisory

Strategic guidance for boards, executive teams and public institutions seeking clarity on AI opportunities, governance, investment, regulation and responsible implementation.

02

Executive Education

Tailored programmes that help leaders and teams understand AI, use it effectively and manage its opportunities and risks responsibly.

03

Keynotes & Speaking

Engaging and practical keynotes for international conferences, corporate events and leadership forums exploring AI, innovation and the future of work.

Perspective
"Artificial intelligence is not primarily a technology decision. It is a leadership decision involving people, governance, capability, and purpose."
Founded to Put AI into Practice

Ideas Transformed into Real Impact

Prof. Alexiei Dingli's work extends beyond research and advisory. He has founded companies that apply artificial intelligence to real operational challenges and help organisations develop the capabilities needed to use it effectively.

Corporate Implementation Digital Brain

AI Designed for Real-World Complexity

Digital Brain develops applied artificial intelligence solutions that help organisations understand complex environments, optimise operations and improve decision-making. Its work began in smart mobility and has expanded into other sectors where data, prediction and automation can create measurable value.

  • Developed for real operational environments
  • Focus on measurable, deployable corporate outcomes
  • Strategy and custom engineering advisory
Capability Building HumAIn Academy

Helping People & Organisations Become
AI-Ready

HumAIn Academy provides practical AI education for executives, professionals, educators and organisations. Its programmes move beyond generic tool demonstrations to build lasting understanding, responsible practice and organisational capability.

  • Executive and professional AI education
  • Tailored organisational team masterclasses
  • Responsible and practical AI adoption modules
Founder Story

€1.3 Million Secured on Shark Tank Malta

Prof. Alexiei Dingli successfully presented the vision behind Digital Brain on Shark Tank Malta, securing €1.3 million in investment backing from entrepreneur Mark Bajada and validating the commercial potential of its applied AI technology.

National Impact & Global Experience

Grounded in research,
proven through global leadership.

Prof. Alexiei Dingli's work bridges academic research and real-world implementation, translating advances in artificial intelligence into practical frameworks for governments and organisations. From speaking at international strategy forums to advising on complex large-scale initiatives, his expertise is grounded in both academic scholarship and industry application.

25+ Years AI Experience
€60M+ In AI Projects
200+ Peer-Reviewed Publications
15+ Yrs Governance Experience
National AI Strategy

Government Advisory

Working with ministries, regulators, and public-sector organisations to shape AI strategies, governance models, and national implementation frameworks.

Corporate Governance

Board & Executive Advisory

Supporting boards and leadership teams in navigating AI governance, regulatory compliance, and technology-driven transformation.

Global Speaking

International Keynotes

Speaking at international conferences and leadership forums on artificial intelligence, innovation, governance, and the future of work.

Public Education Broadcaster

Making Artificial Intelligence Understandable

Presented a 12-part documentary series on TVM, Malta's national broadcaster, exploring the impact of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies on healthcare, mobility, and everyday life. The programme was the first AI-focused television series of its kind produced in the Maltese language and the first on national television to be presented by an AI avatar of its host.

Select an episode circle below to watch directly on YouTube.

EP 01 Foundations & History
EP 02 Generative Tools
EP 03 AI in Learning
EP 04 Diagnostics
EP 05 Smart Mobility
EP 06 Industrial Robotics
EP 07 Workplace Ethics
EP 08 Cybersecurity
EP 09 Preservation
EP 10 Creative Arts
EP 11 Emotional Wellbeing
EP 12 Future Governance
Publications

Latest Perspective Columns

Articles and commentary by Prof. Alexiei Dingli exploring artificial intelligence, technology policy, organisational readiness, and the opportunities and challenges of digital transformation.

Topic Title & Core Insight Category Business Focus Access
Academic Pedigree
BSc.IT (Hons) in AI University of Malta — Foundation in Advanced Computation, Computational Models & Intelligent Logic.
PhD in AI University of Sheffield — Specialised in Natural Language Architectures & Semantic Knowledge Systems.
MBA in Technology Management Grenoble Graduate School of Business — Technology strategy, innovation management & digital transformation.
Biographical Context

At the convergence of deep academic research and systemic enterprise deployment.

Prof. Alexiei Dingli has worked in the field of Artificial Intelligence for more than two decades. As Professor of AI at the University of Malta, his research explores machine learning, knowledge management, smart cities, and the responsible development and deployment of AI systems.

His career spans academia, public service, and industry. As Mayor of Valletta between 2008 and 2019, he oversaw major urban regeneration initiatives and contributed to Valletta's successful tenure as the European Capital of Culture 2018, while supporting the adoption of technology-driven solutions in areas such as mobility, public services, and city management.

Beyond academia and public administration, Prof. Dingli advises organisations on AI strategy, governance, and innovation. He serves on the board of HSBC Bank Malta plc, contributing to discussions on technology, risk, and organisational transformation in a rapidly evolving digital environment.

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