Machine World

On June 4, 1944, the course of World War II was forever changed. That day, a US Navy task force achieved the impossible—capturing a German U-Boat. Called Operation Nemo, it was the first seizure of an enemy ship in battle since the War of 1812, one of the greatest achievements of the US Navy and a victory that shortened the duration of the war. A deeply researched, fast-paced World War II narrative for the ages, Charles Lachman’s white-knuckled war saga and thrilling cat-and-mouse game is told through the eyes of the men on both sides of Operation Nemo.

Welcome to the Age of Gen Ai – The Revolution Has Begun! Born between 2013 and 2024, Generation AI (Gen AI) stands at the forefront of a world seamlessly interwoven with artificial intelligence. They're not just tech-savvy—they embody technology, effortlessly navigating a reality where AI enhances every aspect of their daily lives. In GEN AI - The Next Generation, you'll explore: How Gen AI is redefining digital fluency, mastering technology as intuitively as previous generations mastered reading and writing. AI's profound impact on education, with personalized learning platforms ...

The machine that kills secrets is a powerful cryptographic code that hides the identities of leakers and hacktivists as they spill the private files of government agencies and corporations bringing us into a new age of whistle blowing. With unrivaled access to figures like Julian Assange, Daniel Domscheit-Berg, and Jacob Applebaum, investigative journalist Andy Greenberg unveils the group that brought the world WikiLeaks, OpenLeaks, and BalkanLeaks.

Today's computers are composing music that sounds "more Bach than Bach", turning photographs into paintings in the style of Van Gogh's Starry Night, and even writing screenplays. But are computers truly creative - or are they merely tools to be used by musicians, artists, and writers? Miller, an authority on creativity, identifies the key factors essential to the creative process, from "the need for introspection" to "the ability to discover the key problem." He talks to people on the cutting edge of artificial intelligence and explores the riches of computer-created art.

To most of us, it seems like recent developments in artificial intelligence emerged out of nowhere to pose unprecedented threats to humankind. But to Dr. Joy Buolamwini, who has been at the forefront of AI research, this moment has been a long time in the making.

Ever since its "I'd Like to Teach the World to Sing" commercials from the 1970s, Coca-Cola has billed itself as the world's beverage, uniting all colors and cultures in a mutual love of its caramel-sweet sugar water. The formula has worked incredibly well, making it one of the most profitable companies on the planet and Coca-Cola the world's second-most-recognized word after hello.

Unlock the power of AI and Machine Learning with this comprehensive guide. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, this book provides a step-by-step journey through the world of AI and ML. Explore the key concepts, algorithms, and techniques that drive intelligent systems, and discover how to apply them to solve real-world problems. From understanding the basics of AI and ML to diving deep into advanced topics like deep learning and reinforcement learning, this book covers it all. Gain hands-on experience with popular ML frameworks and tools, and learn how to preprocess ...

In a world where artificial intelligence is transforming industries at an unprecedented pace, The AI Odyssey: Mapping the World of Impact Tomorrow offers a comprehensive guide to understanding the far-reaching implications of AI in shaping our future. This audiobook navigates through the technological advancements, ethical dilemmas, and socio-economic changes that AI will bring to our daily lives and global systems.

A new field of collective intelligence has emerged in the last few years, prompted by a wave of digital technologies that make it possible for organizations and societies to think at large scale. This "bigger mind" - human and machine capabilities working together - has the potential to solve the great challenges of our time. So why do smart technologies not automatically lead to smart results?

What To Do When Machines Do Everything is a guidebook to succeeding in the next generation of the digital economy. When systems running on Artificial Intelligence can drive our cars, diagnose medical patients, and manage our finances more effectively than humans it raises profound questions on the future of work and how companies compete. Drawing upon real-world cases, data, and insight, the authors provide clear strategic guidance and actionable steps to help you and your organization move ahead in a world where exponentially developing new technologies are changing how value is created.

Doomsday prophets of technology predict that robots will take over the world, leaving humans behind in the dust. Tech industry boosters think replacing people with software might make the world a better place—while tech industry critics warn darkly about surveillance capitalism. Despite their differing views of the future, they all agree: machines will soon do everything better than humans. How to Stay Smart in a Smart World shows why that's not true, and tells us how we can stay in charge in a world populated by algorithms.

The Victorian world of Jules Verne and H.G. Wells is barely recovered from a calimitous invasion from another planet. Thinking the battle is finally over, the two good friends, settle down and have families. But life is never that easy, and theirs is no different. While famous for taking part in the firstt War of the Worlds, now they are faced with leaving their beloved families yet again to combat a second invasion of Earth. And this time could be the opportunity the invaders have been waiting for...to utterly destroy mankind, once and for all!

The Chaos Machine is the story of how the world was driven mad by social media. The election of populists like Trump and Bolsonaro; strife and genocide in countries like Myanmar, the rampant spread of COVID-19 conspiracy theories as deadly as the pandemic itself, all of these are products of a breakdown in our social and political lives, a breakdown driven by the apps, companies and algorithms that compete constantly for our attention.

In November 2022, a webpage was posted online with a simple text box. It was ChatGPT, and was unlike any app people had used before. It was more human than a customer service agent, more convenient than a Google search. Behind the scenes, battles for control and prestige between the world’s two leading AI firms, OpenAI and DeepMind, who now steers Google's AI efforts, has remained elusive—until now.

Meet Doctor Jens. She hasn’t had a decent cup of coffee in 15 years. Her workday begins when she jumps out of perfectly good space ships and continues with developing treatments for sick alien species she’s never seen before. She loves her life. Even without the coffee. But Dr. Jens is about to discover an astonishing mystery: two ships, once ancient and one new, locked in a deadly embrace. The crew is suffering from an unknown ailment and the shipmind is trapped in an inadequate body, much of her memory pared away.

Transform your understanding of the AI-powered future with "Humanity Redefined" by Val Kaplan. In this thought-provoking book, you'll explore plausible scenarios of how AI will revolutionize our world over the next 40 years, from infusing itself into nearly every aspect of our everyday lives throughout this decade, augmenting our individual and collective intelligence, to the rise of "superintelligent" systems eventually leading to a post-biological future. By that point, the book foresees a world in which AI has not only transformed our workplaces and the economies they sustain, but has ...

Error Coins, Gold and Silver Coins, Even Bars Are Often Faked: Your Ultimate Guide to Authenticity Book Description: In the world of numismatics and precious metals, authenticity is paramount. "Error Coins, Gold and Silver Coins, Even Bars Are Often Faked" is the definitive guide for collectors and investors alike, providing crucial insights into preventing the purchase of counterfeit coins and bars, and identifying the most trusted dealers in the market. This comprehensive book is packed with detailed visuals, expert advice, and practical strategies to ensure every piece in your collection...

When Danny Johnson moves from his small city apartment into a large country house he discovers a very unusual outside toilet. What he doesn't know is that the toilet is actually a time machine, which accidentally catapults him into the past, right in the middle of World War 2. Here he meets nine year old Millie and the two embark on an exciting adventure. But will he be able to get home or will he become stuck in the past?

From a New York Times investigative reporter, this “authoritative and devastating account of the impacts of social media” (New York Times Book Review) tracks the high-stakes inside story of how Big Tech’s breakneck race to drive engagement—and profits—at all costs fractured the world, and is “an essential book for our times” (Ezra Klein).

Are you overwhelmed by AI jargon and complex concepts? Do you wish for a simple guide to show you how AI can transform your life and career? You’re not alone! Many people feel the same way, but with AI for Beginners, you’ll gain clarity and confidence in this ever-evolving field.