Sifted Summit Agenda

Hiring with AI: Working smarter or riskier?

08 Oct 2025
Startup Life LIVE
Startup Life LIVE
More startups are turning to AI to speed up hiring and identify the best candidates faster. But as these tools get smarter, so do the risks – particularly around fairness and transparency. So, what does responsible AI hiring look like? How can you balance automation with fairness? How are early-stage companies making the most out of AI hiring? On the flip side, what role does AI play in VC selection processes?
Speakers
Emma Obanye
Emma Obanye, Cofounder and CEO - OneTech
Alessandro Bonatti
Alessandro Bonatti, Chief People Officer - WeRoad
Ben Blume
Ben Blume, Partner - Atomico
Tom Nugent
Tom Nugent, Managing Editor - Sifted