Toby Ord
1 book
About the Author
Toby Ord is an Australian philosopher and ethicist renowned for his pioneering work on existential risks and the long-term future of humanity. As a co-founder of the Centre for Effective Altruism and a senior researcher at the Future of Humanity Institute at Oxford University, Ord has dedicated his career to addressing the most pressing threats facing civilization, from artificial intelligence and pandemics to nuclear war and climate change. His influential book, The Precipice: Existential Risk and the Future of Humanity, offers a comprehensive analysis of these dangers and proposes strategies for safeguarding our species' potential. Ord's thoughtful and rigorous approach has inspired global movements in effective altruism, urging individuals and policymakers to prioritize high-impact interventions for a thriving future.
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Books by Toby Ord
