Ireland
Martin Clancy
ESNS:
2025
Founder, AI:OK
Dr Martin Clancy, founder of AI:OK, is an influential figure in the convergence of artificial intelligence and music, recognised for his pioneering work in ethical AI. As the Founder Chair of the IEEE Global AI Ethics Arts Committee and author of "Artificial Intelligence and Music Ecosystem" (Routledge 2023), Martin has solidified his position as a thought leader in AI's application to the creative industries. AI:OK, funded by Enterprise Ireland through a commercialisation fund, collaborates with Ireland's most extensive Data Analytics and AI Research Centre, Insight, and is spearheaded by Dublin City University (DCU). Additionally, Martin serves as Policy Fellow at The Long Room Hub, Arts and Humanities Research Institute, Trinity College.
Martin's musical achievements include Top 20 hits on the US Billboard Dance Charts, and he is a Certified Ableton Live 12 Trainer. Martin is also the Irish manager of the artist Jack L.
His insights have been featured in CNN, The LA Times, The New York Times, Wired, TMZ, BBC, La Republica, Washington Times, Les Temps, Irish Times, RTE, and Fortune, and he has given over 35 international keynotes on AI and music in the past 18 months.