Technology & Science
Where Will Man Take Us?
Atul Jalan
Explore the transformative power of technology and its profound impact on humanity. From AI and nanotechnology to genetics and quantum computing, this book delves into the merging of biology and technology, examining how it is reshaping society, ethics, and our very definition of what it means to be human. Journey into a future where science and math unlock the secrets of existence, and discover the new species we may evolve into.
Whiplash
Joichi Ito
In Whiplash, Joichi Ito and Jeff Howe present nine new principles for navigating a world of accelerating change and profound uncertainty. From emergence over authority to disobedience over compliance, these principles offer a blueprint for thriving in an era where technology outpaces our understanding.
WTF?: What's the Future and Why It's Up to Us
Tim O'Reilly
A visionary guide to understanding the forces shaping the future of work, business, and the economy. From AI and automation to on-demand services and income inequality, this book explores the challenges and opportunities of our rapidly changing world, offering insights and strategies for creating a more equitable and prosperous future for all.
You Look Like a Thing and I Love You
Janelle Shane
An exploration of artificial intelligence, examining its capabilities, limitations, and potential impact on our understanding of intelligence, creativity, and humanity. It delves into AI methods, their successes, and the broader questions surrounding the quest for human-level AI.
Impromptu
Reid Hoffman
Explore the transformative potential of AI with Reid Hoffman and GPT-4. This book delves into how AI can amplify human abilities, enhance creativity, and reshape our future. Discover the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead as we navigate this new era of intelligent machines.
The Four
Scott Galloway
An incisive analysis of the strategies, power, and cultural impact of the four most influential companies in the world: Amazon, Apple, Facebook, and Google. Discover how these tech giants have reshaped business, society, and our daily lives, and what it takes to thrive in the age of the Four.
Architects of Intelligence
Martin Ford
Dive into the cutting edge of artificial intelligence with 'Architects of Intelligence,' a compelling collection of interviews with the world's most prominent AI research scientists and entrepreneurs. Martin Ford, a renowned futurist, guides readers through deep conversations on topics ranging from the latest breakthroughs in deep learning and the pursuit of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) to the profound economic and societal implications of AI, including job displacement, ethical concerns, and the potential for superintelligence. This book offers a unique, insider's perspective on the future of AI, revealing the diverse and often conflicting views of the minds shaping our technological destiny.
Blood, Sweat, and Pixels
Jason Schreier
This book delves into the arduous and often chaotic process of video game development, revealing the 'blood, sweat, and pixels' behind beloved titles. Through candid interviews with developers, it exposes the financial pressures, technological hurdles, creative compromises, and intense 'crunch' periods that define the industry, offering a raw and honest look at why making games is a miracle.