Ali Shah is a Global Principal Director of Accenture’s efforts to ensure AI is a force for good, working in the interests of citizens and society. His expertise in AI, data ethics, privacy and regulation helps ensure Accenture and its clients can understand and address the challenges AI and emerging technologies present.

Prior to Accenture he was Head of Technology Policy at the UK Information Commissioner’s Office, where he was accountable for emerging technology regulatory policy. His leadership and expertise focused on AI, data ethics, cross regulatory collaboration and investigations, privacy by design engineering, and award-winning work related to AI risk and Childrens safety online.  Ali has also held roles at the BBC related to emerging technology strategy, engineering, innovation, and AI ethics.