Tech seminar | Future-gazing: New technologies and their possible implications - 2 Dec 2025

How can we make sense of a world defined by rapid technological change? In this seminar, futurist and SSE alum Maria Selting Theorell will introduce ways to think more strategically about the future and explore how recent technological shifts may influence businesses and society in the years ahead. Register below to secure your seat.

Start time: 2025-12-02 at 12:15

End time: 2025-12-02 at 13:00

Location: Stockholm School of Economics. Registration required.

The world is changing faster than ever. From AI, longevity and biotechnology to changing populations and rising global uncertainty - the pace of change can feel overwhelming. How can we navigate a world changing at hyper-speed? What tools can help us stay ahead? And how might the latest technologies shape our lives and businesses in the years to come?

This seminar introduces practical tools and highlights transformative emerging technologies, offering a clear-sighted discussion of their potential impact on the future.

Maria Selting Theorell

Maria is a futurist, tech philosopher, and fractional CMO with over 15 years of experience in the tech industry, spanning companies such as iZettle by PayPal, Stravito, and Lingio. Through her company Phuturist, she delivers thought-provoking talks and workshops on the future, AI ethics, resilience, and how to thrive in an increasingly complex world.

As host of the podcast Unbox Your World, she explores the intersections of philosophy, technology, society, and science. An alum of the SSE, Maria translates complex future-gazing ideas into actionable business insights. Read more at phuturist.se.

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