AI expert Gus Fraser takes us from the 1950s checkers AI to today’s transformer-driven Generative AI, showing why it is the fastest-adopted technology in history and how it’s poised to rewrite every job that involves a computer. With vivid stories from ride-hailing drivers managed by algorithms to his inspirational 97-year-old grandmother programming her sewing machine, he unpacks self-attention, AI agents, and the looming power-and-skills gap. Gus issues a call-to-action for employers, students, teachers, and parents: assign AI a real task that you need to do but don’t enjoy or that takes you longer than you would like, evaluate the approach and results, and share what you learn, with a friend, a colleague, a family member.Adapt now and we can ride the wave together, eyes wide open! Gus is a seasoned technologist with over 25 years of experience as a software engineer, CTO, and technology start-up CEO. Most recently, he led the AI Engineering team at a global consultancy, working at the forefront of AI adoption and witnessing its transformative impact across industries. Now, as the founder and CEO of Helix Technologies, he helps organisations navigate AI strategy, governance, and transformation. Beyond business, Gus is passionate about building AI solutions for positive impact, including “It’s OK”, a mental health support service designed to complement professional care. His work sits at the intersection of innovation and responsibility, shaping a future where AI empowers rather than replaces human potential. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

What do you do when your mom dies right as your dreams come true? If you’re JP Saxe, you go on tour, write a billion-stream song, and accidentally discover that grief can be… kind of fun. In this tender and unexpectedly funny talk, JP unpacks how relationships don’t end when people die — they just get weirder, deeper, and sometimes even better. A love letter to messy feelings, dead parents, and the surprising joy of still getting to know someone who’s gone. JP Saxe is a GRAMMY®-nominated, multi-platinum singer-songwriter from Toronto, celebrated for his raw, introspective storytelling. Known worldwide for the smash hit “If The World Was Ending” (feat. Julia Michaels), which racked up over a billion streams and earned a GRAMMY® nod for Song of the Year, he’s also won a JUNO Award and received widespread acclaim for his debut album, Dangerous Levels of Introspection. Having opened for Alicia Keys, Lewis Capaldi, and joined John Mayer on tour, Saxe continues to captivate audiences across the globe. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Vivimos rodeados de noticias que presentan a la Inteligencia Artificial como una amenaza. Pero Carlos González —experto en estrategia digital e innovación— nos propone un enfoque diferente: ¿y si, bien utilizada, la IA fuera una aliada para recuperar el tiempo, la creatividad y la atención que hemos perdido? Una charla necesaria sobre cómo podemos poner la tecnología al servicio de las personas, siempre que lo hagamos con propósito. A specialist in business strategy, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation, he is currently Director of Strategy and Data at Cajasiete, where he promotes projects that combine technology, innovation, and people. He is also Head of AI at the General Council of Economists of Spain, a member of the Board of Trustees of the University of La Laguna, and Co-director of the Cajasiete Chair of Big Data, Open Data, and Blockchain at the same institution, among other responsibilities.He has just been awarded the Training and Talent Development Award at the 10th Canary Islands Human Resources Excellence Awards. This recognition reflects his commitment to applied training and talent development in organizations. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Con miles de kilómetros recorridos y decenas de culturas exploradas, Verónica Zumalacárregui ha descubierto que los aprendizajes más valiosos no siempre están en los grandes titulares, sino en los pequeños gestos cotidianos. En esta charla, la periodista gastronómica comparte cinco lecciones esenciales que ha aprendido viajando y comiendo por el mundo, hablándonos del valor de la empatía, la familia, la calma, la conexión humana y la gratitud. Una invitación a mirar la vida como un viaje que merece ser saboreado. Journalist, presenter, and tireless traveler, Verónica Zumalacárregui has turned gastronomy into a powerful tool for telling stories, building bridges between cultures, and moving us through everyday life.She is the creator and face of "Me voy a comer el mundo," the successful Canal Cocina program broadcast in more than 20 countries. Beyond each dish, Verónica connects with people, their traditions, and their ways of life with a human, sensitive, and deeply curious perspective. Her love of travel led her to write the book Around the World in 15 Women. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Óscar Herrera, una de las voces más reconocibles del periodismo deportivo en Canarias, vivió un punto de inflexión que le obligó a tomar decisiones drásticas sobre su salud, su estilo de vida y su bienestar mental. En esta charla íntima y potente, nos cuenta cómo una situación negativa lo llevó a reinventarse, recordándonos que, por muy incierto que parezca el futuro, siempre podemos tomar el control y transformarlo en una oportunidad. You probably recognize his voice... and it's no coincidence. Óscar Herrera accompanies thousands of listeners every day on the airwaves and has become one of the most prominent figures in the Canary Islands radio scene.With more than 30 years of experience as a broadcaster, he has developed his career at stations such as Onda Cero and Radio Club Tenerife (Cadena SER), where he is one of the most recognizable voices on the top-rated program Radio Club Deportivo, with more than 19,000 daily listeners according to the General Media Study. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Menopause isn’t just a women’s issue - it’s a human one. In “Men, Meet Menopause, Trudi Roscouet opens up a powerful conversation that invites men to understand, empathise, and support the women in their lives through one of the most significant health transitions they’ll face.Drawing on personal experience and years of work in women's health, Trudi explores why men need to be part of the menopause dialogue at home, in the workplace, and in society.This talk is a bold and relatable call to action that breaks down stigma, builds emotional literacy, and bridges the gender gap in health understanding.Whether you are a partner, manager, colleague, or friend, “Men, Meet Menopause” will change the way you see menopause forever and remind us all that informed support starts with a simple conversation. #belikederek Trudi is a passionate advocate for women's health, dedicated to raising awareness and driving change through education, policy, and lifestyle empowerment. With a background in women's fitness and wellbeing, latterly specialising in menopause health, she has worked to bridge the gap in healthcare access and knowledge, ensuring women have the tools to lead healthier lives. As a speaker and thought leader, she inspires action by highlighting the critical role of women’s health in building stronger families, workplaces, and communities This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx