Nassim Nicholas Taleb, a renowned thinker on probability and uncertainty, spent over two decades as a risk taker in financial markets before transitioning into research, where he delves into philosophical, mathematical, and practical challenges associated with randomness and risk. Known for his thoughtful reflections, Taleb is currently a Distinguished Professor at NYU’s Tandon School of Engineering. His influential works include Fooled by Randomness, The Black Swan, The Bed of Procrustes, Antifragile, and Skin in the Game, all part of his celebrated Incerto series, published globally in forty-one languages. Taleb’s sharp insights make him a guiding voice on risk management, uncertainty, and resilience.
