About the Author

David Tuffley is a Senior Lecturer in Applied Ethics and CyberSecurity at Griffith University’s School of ICT in Brisbane/Gold Coast. He is also a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. He can be contacted at d.tuffley@griffith.edu.au

David’s formal qualifications include a PhD (Software Engineering), M Phil (Information Systems), Graduate Certificate in Higher Education (Griffith University), Bachelor of Arts (Psychology, English Literature, Anthropology) (Queensland).

David is an internationally recognized thought leader on the social impacts of technology. His diverse expertise spans software engineering, cybersecurity, ethics, futurism, and communication.

David’s research and writings on how emerging technologies like AI will transform employment and society have reached over 2.75 million readers globally. He is a regular contributor to mainstream media, a sought-after speaker, and an inspirational educator guiding the next generation of technologists and leaders.

David’s professional accomplishments range from publishing 100+ non-fiction books to being a sought-after “techsplainer” on national and international radio/TV. David regularly visits Berlin and Silicon Valley to study the mechanisms of global innovation. With decades of experience across academia, research, industry, and government, David is well positioned to engage with organizations worldwide on projects at the intersection of technology, ethics, policy, and society.