Jonnie Penn

Historian of Technology

Dr. Jonnie Penn, FRSA, is an Associate Teaching Professor of AI Ethics and Society at the University of Cambridge. He is a historian of technology, a #1 New York Times bestselling author, and a public speaker.

Bestselling author and a leading AI ethics expert

Topics

AI and Society: Shaping the Future Together
Lessons from History: What Ancient Wisdom Can Teach Us About AI
The Role of AI in Addressing Global Challenges
Human-AI Collaboration: Building a Symbiotic Future
AI and Creativity: Redefining Art and Innovation
Digital Privacy and AI: Protecting Personal Data in the Modern Age
Sustainable AI: Ensuring Environmental Responsibility in Tech Development

Languages

He presents in English.

How he presents

Dr. Penn’s talks are well-informed, engaging, and thought-provoking, appealing to a wide range of audiences interested in the ethical and societal dimensions of technology.

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In Detail

Jonnie Penn holds several prestigious positions: he is a Faculty Affiliate at the Berkman Klein Center at Harvard University, a Research Fellow and Teaching Associate in the Department of History and Philosophy of Science, a Research Fellow at St. Edmund’s College, and an Associate Fellow at the Leverhulme Centre for the Future of Intelligence. He has previously been a MIT Media Lab Assembly Fellow, a Google Technology Policy Fellow, a Fellow of the British National Academy of Writing, and a popular broadcaster.

What he offers you

Dr. Penn offers audiences at an event a profound and engaging exploration of the ethical and societal dimensions of artificial intelligence and technology. Drawing on his extensive expertise as a historian of technology, bestselling author, and academic, he provides nuanced insights into the ethical implications of AI, the historical context of technological advancements, and the future challenges we face in integrating intelligent systems into society.