Daniel Susskind
Economist and author, specialist in the impact of artificial intelligence in the workplace. His analysis inspires reflection on the future of work and the importance of preparing society with vision and responsibility.
Biography / Speaker Info
Daniel Susskind is a leading British economist, professor, author and lecturer, recognized for his work on the future of work and the impact of artificial intelligence and technology on society. His career is a clear example of a career that fuses academic rigor with a deep vision of the future, which has positioned him as one of the most influential voices in the debate on automation and its role in the economy. With a strong background in economics, Susskind has dedicated himself to exploring the complex intersection between technology and work.
His career in academia was consolidated at the prestigious University of Oxford, where he is Professor of Economics and Fellow at the Institute for Ethics in Artificial Intelligence. In 2017, he co-wrote the book The Future of the Professions with his father, Richard Susskind, which became a bestseller and generated a global debate on how artificial intelligence is transforming not only tasks, but entire professions, such as medicine and law. His work is based on the idea that technology will not only automate routine tasks, but also transform entire professions, requiring a new mindset.
The real turning point in his career came with the book A World Without Work (2020), in which he explores how artificial intelligence and automation could lead to a workless society as we know it. In this book, Susskind offers an optimistic but realistic view of the future, and argues that technology can be a tool for human progress, but that it requires a new adaptive mindset and a willingness to learn to take advantage of its benefits. His approach challenges the notion that work is a fundamental human need.
In addition to his work at Oxford, Daniel Susskind is a sought-after speaker at technology, business and education events around the world. His talks focus on the future of artificial intelligence, the economics of data, and the importance of continuing education for career success. His legacy is measured by his ability to popularize the debate on the future of work and innovation, leaving a footprint of knowledge and inspiring a new generation of leaders.
