I’m Thorsten Meyer — a Munich-based futurist, author, and post-labor economist. I help executives, policymakers, and everyday readers make sense of how AI, automation, and cultural shifts are changing the way we work, live, and build the future.
Through clear analysis and grounded storytelling, I explore how exponential technologies are reshaping work, wealth, and the human experience. I founded StrongMocha News Group in 2007, launched ThorstenMeyerAI.com to explore these big transitions, and host the YouTube series AI Unfiltered to make complex ideas accessible to a wider audience.
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What I Write About
I write for curious minds who want to understand what’s coming — and how to navigate it.
• Post-Labor Economics – What happens when traditional jobs decline and machines do most of the work?
• AI & Automation – I offer reality checks on hype vs. impact, with a focus on large language models and intelligent systems.
• Culture & Communication – From workplace empathy to parenting in the smartphone age, I examine how tech affects our day-to-day human lives.
You’ll find my deeper essays in the Post-Labor Economics series, and my weekly videos on AI Unfiltered.
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Founder & Publisher: StrongMocha News Group
Back in 2007, I founded StrongMocha News Group near Munich with a simple goal: empower niche communities with content that’s smart, useful, and deeply relevant.
Today, StrongMocha is home to over 250 brands and magazines, publishing across tech, creativity, lifestyle, and industry. As Publisher, I make sure every publication delivers trusted, high-quality content tailored to the unique interests of its audience.
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My Professional Background
Before focusing on writing and research, I spent over 20 years in the Information & Communication Technology sector. I led global product strategy, steered companies through acquisitions, and managed portfolios worth over €100 million.
Since 2017, I’ve been integrating AI and machine learning into both enterprise systems and my own projects — long before generative AI became mainstream.
My Core Areas of Expertise
• Product Leadership – Full lifecycle strategy, from idea to retirement
• P&L Ownership – Managing complex portfolios (€100M+)
• Global Growth – Launching into new markets through cultural intelligence
• AI & Predictive Systems – Real-world use of LLMs and generative models
• Cloud SaaS & Mobile Security – Deep experience in IoT, VPNs, MDM, and user-centric design
• Client Partnerships – Building long-term, revenue-generating relationships
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Books I’ve Written
The Global Mindset Series
1. Navigating the AI Revolution
2. Cultural Intelligence (coming soon)
3. The AI Bifurcation (coming soon)
Standalone Works
• The Creative Spark
• Positive Thinking Day
• Harmonies and Horizons
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Writing as Claude Benson
Under the pen name Claude Benson, I write about communication, family life, and modern parenting — always with a focus on empathy and clarity.
Some of those titles include:
• How to Talk So Your Partner Will Listen
• How to Talk So Your Teenager Will Listen
• How to Talk So Your Boss Will Listen
• Byte-Sized Parenting
• Ctrl+Parent
• Survival Guide for New Dads
• Love and Connection
…and others focused on everyday life in the digital age.
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Why I Do This
My mission is simple: translate complex, tech-driven change into insight you can act on. Whether I’m exploring UBI, unpacking productivity data, or questioning what “work” means in the age of automation, I aim to give people the tools to think critically and respond wisely.
“The future isn’t something that happens to us — it’s something we write, one decision at a time.”
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Let’s Connect
I’m open to:
• 🎙 Speaking engagements, podcasts, and interviews
• 🧠 Strategic briefings and advisory sessions
• 📊 Research collaborations on AI, automation, and post-labor economics
📧 Reach me at contact@thorstenmeyerai.com
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