Ben Bariach

Ben Bariach is a researcher focusing on the philosophy and governance of AI at the University of Oxford and an industry leader in frontier AI safety and governance.


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DATE POSTED
February 24, 2026
Essay Technology & the Human
Why AI Doesn’t Need A ‘Mind’ To Matter
We've been searching for a mind inside the machine. The rise of AI agents suggests its shell may be enough.
Artwork by Fenna Schilling for Noema Magazine.
DATE POSTED
January 20, 2026
Essay Technology & the Human
When AI & Human Worlds Collide
Can we imagine a future where synthetic AI worlds shape ours?
Artwork by Setu Choudhary for Noema Magazine.