Professor Dr. Yuval Noah Harari, best-selling author, visionary and world-renowned historian, will deliver a speech on the impact of artificial intelligence on society, economy and politics on November 9, 2024 on the occasion of the presentation of the Swiss Price au Kursaal de Berne.
The renowned works of historian Yuval Noah Harari have revolutionized the way we think about the past, present and future. Harari has sold more than 45 million books worldwide, translated into 65 languages. Among his best-known works are “A Brief History of Humankind,” “Homo Deus: A Brief History of the Future,” and “21 Lessons for the 21st Century.” Professor Harari is undoubtedly one of the most influential public intellectuals of our time.
It explores fundamental questions of humanity – from the evolution of human societies to the ethical and political dilemmas of the 21st century. His work is not only academic, but also of great relevance for anyone who wants to understand the world of tomorrow. Harari’s ability to present complex topics in an understandable and engaging way has made him one of the most in-demand thinkers of our time. He writes articles for publications such as The Guardian, The Financial Times, The New York Times, TIME and The Economist.
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The Swiss Prize is awarded each year to an exceptional Swiss personality in the fields of economy, science, sport and culture.
This year, the Swiss Prize honors a renowned personality in the field of culture: the singer Büne Huber of Patent Ochsner, who will receive the Swiss Prize 2024 from the hands of Federal Councilor Beat Jans.
This distinction was created in 2021: the first 2021 winner in the field of economics was the entrepreneur and politician Peter Spuhler. In 2022, she is the doctor and scientist Martine Clozel who has received the prize. In November 2023, he is the exceptional sportsman Marco Odermatt who was rewarded. 2024 will be the year of culture.
