Future Intelligence

F ormer marine sergeant Gareth Köhler has a problem; actually, he has several problems, and all of them are lethal. With a blast of radiation from a supernova rapidly approaching, all life on the world will be extinguished if he can’t evacuate a million people from the planet they call Eldenworld. Unfortunately, the prior residents, who created the lie that blowing up the moon would save the planet, ran off with all the starships and shut down the planetary power systems, leaving those less fortunate to a grizzly, inescapable fate. With only the slimmest of chances of saving anyone at ...

Sensationalism about AI has reached new heights, and getting a useful understanding of it has never been more important. AI will extend and accelerate thinking, delivering unprecedented abundance. But it will also require us to navigate a path of challenges ranging from today’s issues of bias, privacy, and explainability, to job displacement through automation, and a future coexistence with superintelligent machines. This book is the roadmap to that path.

The year 2016 marks the 60-year anniversary of the phrase 'artificial intelligence', and in this fascinating audiobook Luke Dormehl charts the weird and wonderful journey of one of mankind's greatest projects, the creation of Thinking Machines. This is a story of what it means to be human in the face of accelerating machine intelligence. It's about trying to make computers that are smarter than we are and what happens when it goes wrong. About what creativity means when all knowledge is data that can be stored on microchips.

In a wide-ranging narrative that takes us from a downsized marketing executive in Massachusetts, to a father of three in Appalachia finding purpose and meaning working in a convenience-store chain, to an unemployed autoworker retraining in "advanced manufacturing", Shell reveals how work is essential to our flourishing and pyschological well-being - and how so many of the avenues to well-paid and meaningful work will be challenged in the years ahead.

Entertaining and enlightening, this collection is an insightful guide to how computer science shapes and influences not just our day-to-day lives but also our future. Quantum Computing: Brian Clegg explains algorithms and their quantum counterparts. Big Data: Though big data can set us free and enhance our lives, it has the potential to create an underclass and a totalitarian state. Acclaimed science writer Brian Clegg brings big data to life. Artificial Intelligence: AI expert Yorick Wilks takes a journey through the history of artificial intelligence up to the present day.

Face it, our future is scripted in code and algorithms, and it's high time to find the humor in it. Welcome to Artificially Intelligently F*cked: A Comedic and Semi-Serious Survival Guide Against the Future of Artificial Intelligence, your ultimate guide to understanding—and surviving—the rise of AI. Whether you're already fretting over your smart home plotting your demise or simply curious about the AI-shaped road ahead, this book is your road map, sprinkled generously with wit and wisdom.

A collection of eight gripping speculative fiction tales: . . . a gang of teens discover clues to their heritage and unsettling facts about their backward world . . . a university student develops an innovation to revolutionize the holographic film industry . . . alien pirates compel a pilot to know what it means to be alien . . . a hybrid man struggles for freedom on a mining planet . . . a team of rebel agents attempt a daring operation aboard a hijacked medical supply freighter . . . and more! This collection includes the following stories: Phane The Vx Wars The Jisil-ou-az-lar Audra The...

Navigate the Depths of AI: The Unofficial Guide to AI Mastery Triggered by an inspiring LinkedIn post, this eBook compiled by Dr. Harvey Castro, dives deep into the transformative realm of artificial intelligence as discussed in 54 influential TED Talks. Explore the ethical, technological, and societal implications of AI through detailed analysis and commentary. Each chapter synthesizes insights from leaders in the field, providing a comprehensive overview and forward-looking perspectives. Ideal for professionals, academics, and enthusiasts, this guide navigates through AI’s potential to ...

Dive into the digital depths with "Interview with AI: An AI's Insights on America's Past, Present, and Financial Future." This book presents a captivating journey through critical moments and themes in U.S. history, engaging discussions on the fabric of democracy, and the revolutionary sphere of cryptocurrency, all through the lens of an Artificial Intelligence. With conversations that traverse the establishment of the United States, the principles of the Constitution, the tumultuous events of January 6th, and the burgeoning world of digital currency, readers are offered a unique ...

This book summarizes new and developing technologies that may be important investment opportunities in the near future. It covers technologies from artificial intelligence to space exploration and includes some of the authors predictions that he expects to become the most important developments and have the greatest opportunities for building a fortune.

As machines are trained to "think", many tasks that previously required human intelligence are becoming automated through artificial intelligence. However, it is more difficult to automate emotional intelligence, and this is where the human worker's competitive advantage over machines currently lies. This book explores the impact of AI on everyday life, looking into workers' adaptation to these changes, the ways in which managers can change the nature of jobs in light of AI developments, and the potential for humans and AI to continue working together.

This book tells the story of the coming AI revolution. Old and new stocks that are directly involved in AI in some way, and other related stocks that are or will be involved in AI work are listed. The stocks are described, what they do in AI, and what their future goals are. Some of the new stocks can be invested in now and other private companies are also listed and described for tracking and possible IPO issues in the future. Some ETFs are mentioned that invest in AI stocks and robot producers. This is an information book only, and does not advocate the purchase of any stock, ask for any ...

Discover the future of AI and humanity with Marvin McGee's groundbreaking book, "Embracing the Singularity." Key Highlights: Unveiling the Singularity: Dive deep into the concept of the singularity, where AI surpasses human intelligence, and explore the potential pathways to this future. Technological Milestones: Trace the evolution of AI from its infancy to the cusp of superintelligence, highlighting key breakthroughs and innovations. Societal Transformation: Examine how AI is reshaping industries, economies, and the very fabric of society, from healthcare and education to finance and ...

How to Talk to Robots is your girls' guide to artificial intelligence. Entrepreneur Tabitha Goldstaub welcomes you into the AI world with a warm embrace. She brilliantly breaks down the tech-bro barriers offering a straightforward introduction and makes clear the enormous benefits of understanding AI.

¿Sabes por qué la Inteligencia Artificial está cambiando el mundo y cómo puede transformar tu vida? Debes saber que acaba de surgir una nueva tecnología que vino a causar una revolución por completo en toda la población actual, queramos o no, debemos conocer de qué se trata y cómo podemos sacar el mejor provecho para nuestras actividades en todos los diversos ámbitos. Todo esto y más lo aprenderás con este contenido.

Dive into the transformative world of Futures Studies with "Deep Futures," a comprehensive textbook crafted by futurist Marcus T Anthony, PhD. Anthony is Associate Professor of Foresight and Strategy at the College of Global Talents, Beijing Institute of Technology (Zhuhai). Drawing from two decades of research and teaching, this book offers a unique blend of theory and practice, structured around key themes such as "The Future and You," "Making Sense of the Digital Society," "Learning for the Future," "Artificial Intelligence and the Future of the Mind," and "Leading the Future." "Deep ...

Artificial intelligence is driving workforce disruption on a scale not seen since the Industrial Revolution. In schools and universities, AI technology has forced a re-evaluation of the way students are taught and assessed. Meanwhile ChatGPT has become a cultural phenomenon, reaching 100 million users and attracting a $10 billion dollar investment in its parent company OpenAI. The race to dominate the generative AI market is accelerating at breakneck speed, inspiring breathless headlines and immense public interest.

James Lovelock, creator of the Gaia hypothesis and the greatest environmental thinker of our time, has produced an astounding new theory about future of life on Earth. He argues that the anthropocene - the age in which humans acquired planetary-scale technologies - is, after 300 years, coming to an end. A new age - the novacene - has already begun.

Discover the roadmap to the future of business with "Navigating Tomorrow's Commerce," a compelling digital guidebook designed to steer readers through the ever-evolving landscape of modern companies. Embark on a journey through the twenty critical areas of transformation that are shaping the pulse of trade and industry. This insightful eBook meticulously elucidates the ever-tightening alliance between technology and commerce. Grasp the transformative concepts of autonomous business models in the opening chapter, delving into the profound implications of machine learning and its impact on ...