Financial nihilism today.
Institute of Advanced Studies, London, 24 March 2025, 17.30–19.30.

The UCL Centre for Capitalism Studies is hosting a talk on financial nihilism by Amin Samman (City) with commentary from William Davies (Goldsmiths).

 

Nihilism has a long history in philosophy, literature, and politics.

 

In his lecture, Amin Samman will track its inscription into economic discourse through money, debt, and finance, showing how the latest developments in digital finance restage the dilemmas of nihilism in new ways. From cryptocurrencies and meme stocks to Silicon Valley venture capital and the politics of public debt, economic life today thrives on the ambiguous allure of nothingness, annihilation, and disappearance.

 

William Davies will respond with commentary on the talk and the broader theme of financial nihilism.

The event is free and you can register to attend here. More information available on the event page.