Dr. Rolf Pfister is a distinguished expert in AI and robotics, a philosopher, and an entrepreneur who connects theoretical AI research with its real-world business applications.
As the Co-founder and Director of Research at Lab42, an AI research institute based in Davos, Switzerland, he directs the research focus on creating human-level artificial intelligence. Holding a PhD in the philosophy of science from LMU Munich, his work centers on the essential principles of theory development, gaining insights, and intelligence.
Rolf Pfister lecture topics
- Beyond the Hype: The Long Journey to Human-Level AI – And Why Generative AI Is Not the Answer
- From Science Fiction to Reality: The Impact of Humanoid Robots on Our Everyday Lives and the Economy
- Substitution or Symbiosis? The Function of AI in Business
- Advancing Toward the Future with AI: How Organizations Can Strategically Utilize Technological Disruptions
- Humans and Artificial Intelligence: What Connects Us and What Separates Us
- On the Road to Superintelligence: Techno-Utopia, Dystopia, or the Next Evolutionary Phase?
In his presentations, Dr. Rolf Pfister examines the broad consequences of technological breakthroughs such as artificial intelligence, robotics, quantum computing, and digital transformation for both businesses and society. He moves past hype and buzzwords to provide detailed, scientifically based insights into how these technologies function and their effects on business and society.
The aim of his talks is to equip audiences with a thorough understanding of the fundamental processes, enabling them not just to passively witness the technological future but to actively, strategically, and independently shape it as companies and as a society. His main themes include the future of work, innovation, social trends, and the convergence of technology and humanity. Guided by his motto, “Be open, be curious, and understand what’s happening!” he motivates his audience to proactively embrace the opportunities of digital transformation and make well-informed decisions in a rapidly evolving environment.
Reasons to book Dr. Rolf Pfister as a speaker
Dr. Pfister’s unique strength lies in his interdisciplinary expertise, blending philosophy and sociology with technological fields such as AI, robotics, quantum computing, and disruption, alongside entrepreneurial experience. He offers practical knowledge as a founder, CEO, and strategic advisor, with a talent for simplifying complex technological advancements into understandable concepts. He shares his expertise through speeches, panel discussions, interviews, university lectures, corporate seminars, and academic publications.
By combining academic rigor with entrepreneurial insight, he engages a wide audience—from C-level executives and specialized teams to the interested general public.
