In an era marked by unprecedented technological advancements, our world is undergoing a profound transformation that challenges the very essence of what it means to be human. From the rise of artificial intelligence, to the widespread use of robotics, to advancements in biotech, to the omnipresence of smartphones, the impact of technology on our lives is undeniable.

Technology has revolutionized how we communicate, work, learn, receive medical care, and perceive reality. As we stand at the intersection of innovation and human existence, it is imperative to explore the multifaceted ways in which technology is reshaping our society, raising profound questions about ethics, privacy, and the essence of humanity.

This lecture will provide a brief journey into the future, providing projections for how our lives will change as technological innovations continue to accelerate. We will examine how we should think about the future as we strive to create a better world. And we will explore how technology is impacting all areas of human life and how we can leverage behavioural science and human-centred design to ensure that our growing reliance on technology does not eclipse the fundamental importance of human connections.

Dr. Scott Clarke is Senior Managing Partner and Global Practice Leader for Digital Transformation & Innovation at Infosys Consulting. As a behavioural economist, Scott has dedicated his career to helping organizations grow and innovate by understanding the ramifications of sociological and technology change and how this affects relationships with their customers and employees. His current work investigates how digital technologies are changing the world, and what types of organizations are best able to lead this change rather than being disrupted by it.

Over a 30-year consulting career, Dr Clarke is proud to have partnered with a variety of leading organizations on their digital transformation journeys including Unilever, Nestle, Philips, Burberry, Merck, T-Mobile, Gilead Sciences, Chevron, Johnson & Johnson, Ford Motor Company, and Sony Electronics. Prior to joining Infosys Consulting, he led global management consulting practices for several other professional services organizations including PwC, IBM, Capgemini and Cognizant.

Dr Clarke holds a D.Phil in Behavioural Economics from the University of Strathclyde and a BA (Hons) in Economics and Political Science from Queen’s University (Canada). He is formerly Senior Lecturer in Behavioural Economics at Queen Mary University of London. His academic work focuses on the relationship between humanity and technology, and how technology advancements including AI, robotics and biotech expand humanity’s horizons and redefine what it means to be human.