Peter Singer: 'Elon Musk has led my ideas in a completely wrong direction'

Peter Singer, one of the most significant philosophers of our time, is currently holding a guest professorship at the University of Singapore. Known for his provocative ethical theories and prolific writing, Singer has sold millions of books and consistently challenged conventional thinking.

Singer, born in 1946, has a distinguished academic career, having taught in his native Melbourne, as well as at Oxford, New York, and Princeton. His uncompromising approach to complex ethical issues has garnered him a significant following, but also a considerable number of detractors.

Despite the controversy his ideas sometimes generate, Singer's influence extends to some of the world's most prominent figures. He counts some of the wealthiest people globally among his admirers, indicating the reach and impact of his philosophical work.

The philosopher, seen here in a surfer T-shirt and baseball cap, appears relaxed, a contrast to the often intense debates his work ignites. His presence in Singapore adds another international dimension to his already global academic footprint.