Metaphysics of Trust

Michaël Suurendonk is a philosopher who is mainly interested in the normative role of basic assumptions in social science. He is particularly concerned about the foundations of business ethics, which, as a relatively young and aspiring interdisciplinary domain, strives to improve the conceptual integration of ethics and the economic sciences. Besides elaborating his Moral Promise Theory of Trust – which aims to explain the possibility of trust amidst radical uncertainty – he currently explores whether and in what manner blockchain technology might alter the problem of trust in institutions. Michaël holds a Master of Arts in Philosophy (Cum Laude), a Master of Science in Policy & Organisation Studies, a Professional Doctorate in Engineering and a Doctorate in Economics (Summa Cum Laude).

• Part I: Axiomatic Evaluation.- Chapter 1. What is the Problem?.- Chapter 2. The Conditional View of Trust.- Chapter 3. The Need for a Metaphysics of Trust.- Part II: Metaphysics of Trust.- Chapter 4. The Morality of Trust within Freedom.- Chapter 5. Trust is a Function of Respect.- Chapter 6. For the Sake of Duty. Chapter 7. Conclusion.