Tom Standage

Tom Standage is a renowned British journalist and author, and deputy editor at the acclaimed magazine The Economist. He has had a long career at the publication, starting out as a science journalist in 1998.

Standage holds a degree in engineering and computer science from the University of Oxford. This technical background has given him a distinctive perspective in his journalism, where he often explores the social and historical significance of technology.

He is known for drawing historical parallels in his coverage of science, technology and business, giving his work a distinct depth and context.