# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Great AI Debate: AI, Opportunity, Threat or Both
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 16 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Fri, 16 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: A live public debate exploring whether AI is an opportunity, a threat, or both, with expert voices, audience Q&A and networking.About this EventThe Great AI Debate: AI, Opportunity, Threat or Both?What does AI mean for your business, your job and the next generation?Is it an opportunity to work smarter, create more and improve lives? Does it threaten jobs, creativity and trust? Or is the answer somewhere in between?Join The AI Cyclops on Friday 16 October 2026, as part of MK Tech Week, for an afternoon of different perspectives, challenging questions and open conversation.We’re bringing together business owners, educators, creatives and technology professionals to explore the opportunities and concerns surrounding artificial intelligence.You do not need to be an AI expert. You do not even need to be a fan of it.Whether you’re already using AI, unsure where to start or concerned about its impact, your perspective belongs in the conversation.More than a panel discussionDifferent panellists will join the discussion as we move through topics including business, jobs, education, creativity and the wider impact of AI.We’ll explore questions such as:How can businesses benefit from AI without losing the human touch?What could AI mean for jobs, skills and education?Where should we draw the line on creativity, privacy and responsible use?The audience has a voice, too. Ask questions, take part in live polls and share your reactions through our interactive audience platform. Bring your phone and get involved.There will also be time before and after the debate to meet other attendees, make connections and continue the conversations that matter to you.The afternoon1:00pm to 2:00pm: Arrival and networking2:00pm to 4:00pm: The Great AI Debate, including audience participation4:00pm to 5:00pm: Networking and further discussionTickets are free.Come with questions, bring an open mind and help shape the discussion.Book your free place and have your say on the future of AI.Please note: The event will be filmed, with a livestream planned.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/milton-keynes/the-great-ai-debate-ai-opportunity-threat-or-both/100001999580284458
- **Event Categories**: fitness, Business, virtual
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Age Limit: 16+
  - Doors Open At: 12:50 PM
  - Duration: 4 hours
  - Location: South Central Institute of Technology. Bletchley College
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Milton Keynes
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: South Central Institute of Technology. Bletchley College
- **lat**: 51.9948462
- **long**: -0.738028
- **full address**: South Central Institute of Technology. Bletchley College, Selweyn Grove, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The Great AI Debate: AI, Opportunity, Threat or Both being held?
  - **A:** The Great AI Debate: AI, Opportunity, Threat or Both takes place on Fri, 16 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Fri, 16 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm at South Central Institute of Technology. Bletchley College, Selweyn Grove, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The Great AI Debate: AI, Opportunity, Threat or Both?
  - **A:** The Great AI Debate: AI, Opportunity, Threat or Both is organized by the AI Cyclops.

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