Luciano Floridi

Luciano Floridi is a renowned philosopher and Professor of Philosophy and Ethics of Information at the University of Oxford, and Professor of Sociology of Culture and Communication at the University of Bologna, where he also directs the Centre for Digital Ethics. He was awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Informatics from the University of Skövde in 2020. His research focuses on the philosophy and ethics of information, digital ethics, and societal implications of information technologies. In 2022, he delivered a lecture titled “Digital Sovereignty and Social Ontology” at the University of Skövde, discussing critical aspects of digital sovereignty in information societies.

Key research interests include the theoretical foundations of information, ethical challenges in digital environments, and the role of technology in shaping social structures. His work bridges philosophy, computer science, and sociology, influencing interdisciplinary discourse on digital ethics. Awards include the prestigious Honorary Doctorate from Skövde, recognizing his contributions to informatics and ethical scholarship.