Darwin among the Machines: The Evolution of Global Intelligence
As timely now as it was when it was first published in 1997, Darwin Among the Machines tells the story of humankind's long journey into the digital age. Historian of technology George Dyson traces the course of the information revolution, illuminating the lives and work of visionaries -- from Thomas Hobbes to John von Neumann -- who foresaw the development of artificial intelligence, artificial life, and artificial mind. Weaving a convincing, occasionally frightening narrative of the evolution of the global network, Dyson explores the limits of Darwinian evolution to suggest what lies ahead. Computer programs and worldwide networks are combining to produce an evolutionary theater in which the distinctions between nature and technology are increasingly obscured, he argues. We are living in the midst of an experiment -- one that echoes the prehistory of human intelligence and the origins of life. Now in a new paperback edition, this classic work on the emergence of collective mechanical intelligence will resonate for generations to come. <br><br> ASIN : 0465031625 <br> Publisher : Basic Books; 2nd edition (September 4, 2012) <br> Language : English <br> Paperback : 304 pages <br> ISBN-10 : 9780465031627 <br> ISBN-13 : 978-0465031627 <br> Reading age : 13 years and up <br> Grade level : 8 and up <br> Item Weight : 10.9 ounces <br> Dimensions : 5.5 x 0.88 x 8.25 inches <br>
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As timely now as it was when it was first published in 1997, Darwin Among the Machines tells the story of humankind's long journey into the digital age. Historian of technology George Dyson traces the course of the information revolution, illuminating the lives and work of visionaries -- from Thomas Hobbes to John von Neumann -- who foresaw the development of artificial intelligence, artificial life, and artificial mind. Weaving a convincing, occasionally frightening narrative of the evolution of the global network, Dyson explores the limits of Darwinian evolution to suggest what lies ahead. Computer programs and worldwide networks are combining to produce an evolutionary theater in which the distinctions between nature and technology are increasingly obscured, he argues. We are living in the midst of an experiment -- one that echoes the prehistory of human intelligence and the origins of life. Now in a new paperback edition, this classic work on the emergence of collective mechanical intelligence will resonate for generations to come.
ASIN : 0465031625 Publisher : Basic Books; 2nd edition (September 4, 2012) Language : English Paperback : 304 pages ISBN-10 : 9780465031627 ISBN-13 : 978-0465031627 Reading age : 13 years and up Grade level : 8 and up Item Weight : 10.9 ounces Dimensions : 5.5 x 0.88 x 8.25 inches
A thought-provoking examination of artificial intelligence and how it reshapes human values, trust, and power around the world.<br><br>Whether in medicine, money, or love, technologies powered by forms of artificial intelligence are playing an increasingly prominent role in our lives. As we cede more decisions to thinking machines, we face new questions about staying safe, keeping a job and having a say over the direction of our lives. The answers to those questions might depend on your race, gender, age, behavior, or nationality.<br> <br>New AI technologies can drive cars, treat damaged brains and nudge workers to be more productive, but they also can threaten, manipulate, and alienate us from others. They can pit nation against nation, but they also can help the global community tackle some of its greatest challenges—from food crises to global climate change.<br> <br>In clear and accessible prose, global trends and strategy adviser Olaf Groth, AI scientist and social entrepreneur Mark Nitzberg, along with seasoned economics reporter Dan Zehr, provide a unique human-focused, global view of humanity in a world of thinking machines. <br><br> Publisher : Pegasus Books; 1st edition (November 6, 2018) <br> Language : English <br> Hardcover : 288 pages <br> ISBN-10 : 168177870X <br> ISBN-13 : 978-1681778709 <br> Item Weight : 15.6 ounces <br> Dimensions : 6 x 1.1 x 9 inches <br>
"Exploring the Limitless Imagination of DALL-E2 " is a groundbreaking book that delves deep into the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and its role in the creative process. Specifically, it explores the incredible capabilities of DALL-E2, an AI program that can generate a vast range of images based on textual input. This book provides a comprehensive guide to DALL-E2, offering readers a detailed understanding of how this technology works and the many ways it can be applied in various industries, such as art, design, architecture, healthcare, and more.<br><br>The book also explores the ethical and societal implications of AI-generated art, addressing concerns around ownership, authorship, and cultural representation. It examines how humans and AI-generated art can work together in the creative process and highlights successful collaborations between artists and AI programs. Furthermore, the book explores future developments in AI-generated art, such as advancements in AI technology and new use cases, and the potential impact these developments could have on society and the creative industries.<br><br>This book is a valuable resource for researchers, artists, designers, and anyone interested in exploring the fascinating world of AI-generated art. It offers insights into the latest trends and advancements in this field, providing a roadmap for future innovation and growth.<br><br> <br><br> ASIN : B0BZZBZDBP <br> Publication date : March 29, 2023 <br> Language : English <br> File size : 6701 KB <br> Text-to-Speech : Enabled <br> Screen Reader : Supported <br> Enhanced typesetting : Enabled <br> X-Ray : Not Enabled <br> Word Wise : Not Enabled <br> Sticky notes : On Kindle Scribe <br> Print length : 221 pages <br>
<p>Artificial Intelligence (AI) will change the lives of people and businesses more fundamentally than many people can even imagine today. This book illustrates the importance of AI in an era of digitalization. It introduces the foundations of AI and explains its benefits and challenges for companies and entire industries. In this regard, AI is approached not just as yet another technology, but as a fundamental innovation, which will spread into all areas of the economy and life, and will disrupt business processes and business models in the years to come. <br></p>In turn, the book assesses the potential that AI holds, and clarifies the framework that is necessary for pursuing a responsible approach to AI. In a series of best-practice cases, the book subsequently highlights a broad range of sectors and industries, from production to services; from customer service to marketing and sales; and in industries like retail, health care, energy, transportation and many more. In closing, a dedicated chapter outlines a roadmap for a specific corporate AI journey.<br><br><p>No one can ignore intensive work with AI today - neither as a private person, let alone as a top performer in companies. This book offers a thorough, carefully crafted, and easy to understand entry into the field of AI. The central terms used in the AI context are given a very good explanation. In addition, a number of cases show what AI can do today and where the journey is heading. An important book that you should not miss!</p><p>Professor Dr. Harley Krohmer<br>University of Bern</p><p>"Inspiring, thought provoking and comprehensive, this book is wittingly designed to be a catalyst for your individual and corporate AI journey.”<br></p><p>Avo Schönbohm, Professor at the Berlin School of Economics and Law, Enterprise Game Designer at LUDEO and Business Punk</p> <br><br> Publisher : Springer; 1st ed. 2020 edition (October 7, 2020) <br> Language : English <br> Paperback : 332 pages <br> ISBN-10 : 3030252736 <br> ISBN-13 : 978-3030252731 <br> Item Weight : 1.12 pounds <br> Dimensions : 6.1 x 0.78 x 9.25 inches <br>
From the New York Times-bestselling author, a new volume on the history of human ingenuity—and its attendant breakthroughs and busts.<br><br>The world is never finished catching up with Vaclav Smil. In his latest and perhaps most readable book, Invention and Innovation, the prolific author—a favorite of Bill Gates—pens an insightful and fact-filled jaunt through the history of human invention. Impatient with the hype that so often accompanies innovation, Smil offers in this book a clear-eyed corrective to the overpromises that accompany everything from new cures for diseases to AI. He reminds us that even after we go quite far along the invention-development-application trajectory, we may never get anything real to deploy. Or worse, even after we have succeeded by introducing an invention, its future may be marked by underperformance, disappointment, demise, or outright harm.<br><br>Drawing on his vast breadth of scientific and historical knowledge, Smil explains the difference between invention and innovation. He then looks at three different types of inventions.<br><br>Inventions that failed to dominate as promised:<br>AirshipsNuclear fissionSupersonic flight<br>Inventions that turned disastrous:<br>Leaded gasoline DDTChlorofluorocarbons<br>Inventions we have long been promised (and that would be highly beneficial):<br>Travel in vacuum (hyperloop)Nitrogen-fixing cerealsNuclear fusion<br>Finally, he offers a “wish list” of inventions that we most urgently need to confront the staggering challenges of the twenty-first century.<br><br>Filled with engaging examples and pragmatic approaches, this book is a sobering account of the folly that so often attends human ingenuity—and how we can, and must, better align our expectations with reality. <br>
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<br> Publisher : The MIT Press (February 14, 2023) <br> Language : English <br> Hardcover : 232 pages <br> ISBN-10 : 0262048051 <br> ISBN-13 : 978-0262048057 <br> Item Weight : 1.05 pounds <br> Dimensions : 6.31 x 0.89 x 9.31 inches <br>
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