Bobby Varanasi

AI Governance, Ethics & Responsible AI Expert · AiSEAN Global Advisory Council · Malaysia

Connecting policy-level thinking on responsible AI with the practical realities of enterprise adoption.

Bobby Varanasi is a global strategist and thought leader specialising in AI governance, ethics, responsible AI and digital transformation. With more than two decades of international experience, his work spans the intersection of technology, policy, business and society, with a particular focus on how organisations and economies can adopt AI responsibly and at scale.

His areas of expertise include AI governance frameworks, ethical and human-centred AI, AI sovereignty, digital trust, accountability, policy and standards, and the socio-economic implications of emerging technologies. He brings a global perspective shaped by engagements across Asia-Pacific and international markets, connecting policy-level thinking with the practical realities of enterprise AI adoption.

As a member of the AiSEAN Global Advisory Council, Bobby contributes an independent industry perspective towards advancing responsible, trusted and human-centred AI across Asia.

8–9 December 2026, Hilton Hotel, KL Sentral, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia