

David Kenny
CEO of Nielsen, a media and TV ratings company that has defined success and failure in the TV business for decades.
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Feb 6, 2026 • 51min
How to Prevent AI Agents from Going Rogue With David Kenny
David Kenny, Executive Chairman of Nielsen and veteran AI leader, discusses preventing AI agents from going rogue. He covers control planes and real‑time enforcement. He talks about fit‑for‑purpose and compound AI, trust principles and audit readiness. He explains balancing safety controls with developer velocity and moving pilots into production.

Oct 28, 2021 • 32min
Rapid Response: The truth about what we watch, with Nielsen’s David Kenny
David Kenny, CEO of Nielsen, shares insights on navigating the seismic shift in media measurement from traditional TV to streaming. He discusses the challenges faced by Nielsen, including losing accreditation and the necessity for trustworthy data amid evolving viewer habits. Kenny emphasizes optimism over nostalgia, advocating for transparent audience ratings. Additionally, he introduces innovative initiatives like Race Notes Inclusion Analytics, addressing diversity in programming, and highlights the importance of corporate culture and employee care in today's interconnected media landscape.


