Featured Talks

Harvard Kennedy School, "Digital Democracy - AI in Politics" Forum

2023

Technology Experts Discuss Role of AI in Democracy at Harvard Kennedy School Talk

Three Principles for AI Politics [Hohyon Ryu, Harvard Kennedy School Lecture]

In this lecture at Harvard Kennedy School, I presented "Three Principles for AI Politics," exploring how artificial intelligence can strengthen rather than undermine democratic processes. The talk examined the potential of AI to enhance civic participation, improve decision-making transparency, and create more responsive governance systems when properly designed and regulated.

SBS D Forum, "Everyone's Thoughts - Data-driven Real-time Democracy"

2022

[SDF2022] 모든 사람의 모든 생각 - 데이터 기반 실시간 민주주의

At the SBS D Forum, I discussed how data-driven approaches can transform democratic participation by enabling real-time feedback and more direct citizen involvement in governance. The presentation explored how digital platforms can aggregate and analyze public opinion in ways that traditional polling and representative systems cannot, creating opportunities for more responsive and inclusive democratic processes.

Airbnb Engineer Interview, "Why Airbnb Engineers Work Happily"

2018

에어비앤비 엔지니어가 행복하게 일할 수 있는 이유 | 리얼밸리 시즌 2 EP 04

In this interview with EO channel, I discuss the organizational structure and culture at Airbnb that enables engineers to work happily and productively. I share insights about the differences between Silicon Valley companies and traditional organizations, focusing on role-based structures versus hierarchical ones, and how this impacts innovation and employee satisfaction.

FastCampus Master Class, "Business Innovation with AI"

2023-Present

This ongoing master class series focuses on practical applications of AI in business contexts. I teach business leaders and entrepreneurs how to identify opportunities for AI implementation, develop effective AI strategies, and manage the organizational changes that accompany AI adoption. The course emphasizes human-centered approaches to AI that enhance rather than replace human capabilities.

National Suncheon University, "Thinking at AI Scale" Expert Lecture Series

2024

In this lecture series, I explore how AI is changing the scale and scope of human thinking and problem-solving. The talks examine how AI tools can help us address complex societal challenges by processing information at scales beyond human capacity, while emphasizing the continued importance of human judgment, ethics, and creativity in guiding these systems.