Yuval Noah Harari

Yuval Noah Harari is an Israeli historian, professor, philosopher, and author, known worldwide for his books that explore the history of humanity, the future of our species, and the impact of technology. His career is a prime example of someone who has successfully blended academic research with popular outreach. With a writing and speaking style that is both provocative and accessible, Harari has established himself as one of the most influential thinkers of the 21st century, challenging millions of people to reconsider their beliefs about history and the human condition.

His academic career took shape at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, where he is a professor of history. In this role, Harari has specialized in world history, the history of technology, and the history of the grand narratives that have shaped society. In 2011, he published his first book, *Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind*, which became an international bestseller. In it, Harari explores the history of humanity from the origin of our species to the present, arguing that the key to our success has been our ability to create and believe in collective fictions, such as money, states, and religions.

The success of *Sapiens* catapulted him to global fame and led him to publish his next book, *Homo Deus: A Brief History of Tomorrow* (2016). In this book, Harari explores the future of humanity and argues that our species may be on the verge of overcoming the problems of war, famine, and disease. However, he also warns that we might be on the verge of creating a new species, Homo Deus, which would be immortal and divided by technology. His work is a profound reflection on the ethics and philosophy of AI and big data.

In addition to his books, Yuval Noah Harari is a highly sought-after speaker at technology, business, and education events around the world. His talks focus on the future of artificial intelligence, globalization, and the importance of lifelong learning for professional success.