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Dr Mark van Rijmenam, CSP

Dr Mark van Rijmenam, CSP

Dr. Mark van Rijmenam, CSP, is a world-leading strategic futurist and award-winning global keynote speaker who helps Fortune 500 leadership teams navigate AI and emerging technologies. Recognized by Salesforce as one of 16 global voices shaping the future of AI, he holds a PhD from University of Technology Sydney and is the author of six books on emerging technology and judgment in the AI era, including his latest book: Now What? How to Ride the Tsunami of Change. He is the founder of Futurwise and the developer of the Intelligence Age Scorecard that helps individuals and organizations understand how prepared they are for the future.

His pioneering efforts include the world's first TEDx Talk in VR in 2020. In 2023, he further pushed boundaries when he delivered a TEDx talk in Athens with his digital twin, delving into the complex interplay of AI and our perception of reality. In 2024, he launched a digital twin of himself, offering interactive, on-demand conversations via text, audio, or video in 29 languages, thereby bridging the gap between the digital and physical worlds – another world's first.

Dr. Van Rijmenam is a prolific author and has written more than 1,200 articles and six books in his career. As a corporate educator, he is celebrated for his candid, independent, and balanced insights. He is also the founder of Futurwise, which focuses on elevating global knowledge on crucial topics like technology, healthcare, and climate change by providing high-quality, hyper-personalized, and easily digestible insights from trusted sources.

Below, you can read all his articles.

AI at Work: Friend or Foe for the Future Workforce?

As companies wade through the generative AI revolution, Cisco's experience offers a glimpse into a future where AI could be a game-changer in understanding workplace dynamics. By analyzing interaction logs, AI identified the crux of a conflict between a manager and a new hire,...

Navigating the AI Labyrinth: Balancing Hope and Caution

As an optimistic dystopian I try to hold two opposing viewpoints in my head to understand the implications of emerging technologies, both the good, the bad and the ugly. I believe that it is important to have a deep understand of both sides of the coin to ensure we end up in a...

AI's Double-Edged Sword: Crafting Narratives and Battling Misinformation

As we march towards another U.S. presidential election, the specter of AI-fueled misinformation looms larger than ever, transforming the political landscape into a digital battleground. The technological advancements that once promised to democratize information are now being ...

A Critical Call to Action: Mitigating AI's Existential Risks

In an era where technological advancements leapfrog at an unprecedented pace, a US government-commissioned report ignites a clarion call for immediate, decisive action to curb the potential "extinction-level" threats posed by AI.

Navigating the GenAI Revolution: Strategy Over Speed

Despite the initial rush fueled by the fear of missing out and the allure of transforming businesses with GenAI, the reality is dawning that adoption is neither straightforward nor universally beneficial.

When AI Armies Think for Themselves: A Glimpse into Autonomous Warfare

The dawn of autonomous warfare looms, casting long shadows over ethical landscapes and international stability. The rise of self-directed "killer robots" heralds an era where AI-driven arsenals could dictate the terms of conflict, untethered by human oversight

Tailoring AI: The Rise of Specialized Models Over General Giants

Size does matter, especially when it comes to AI, where we might see an upcoming pivotal shift in the AI landscape, veering away from the one-size-fits-all approach of large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT towards more nimble, task-specific counterparts.

From Tech Utopia to Dystopia: Navigating the Shattered Faith in Innovation

Once basked in the glow of unbridled optimism, the technology landscape seems to have undergone a profound transformation, morphing from the beacon of hope to a source of deep skepticism and resentment. Shira Ovide encapsulates this seismic shift, reflecting on a decade where ...

AI and Theology: Deciphering Our Future in Tech-Infused Scriptures

In a thought-provoking dive into the interweaving of religious motifs and AI discourse, Thomas Moynihan from Cambridge University unfolds the historical tapestry where AI debates and theological reflections converge.

Sailing into the Future: The Dawn of Robotic Vessels

Imagine a world where vast, autonomous ships glide through fjords without a soul on deck, guided by remote hands miles away. This isn't a scene from a sci-fi novel; it's the reality Ocean Infinity is ushering in with its "Armada" fleet. These robotic vessels, laden with tech w...