Technology & Society

Co-founder of the pioneering artificial intelligence company DeepMind Mustafa Suleyman warns of the unprecedented risks that AI and other fast-developing technologies pose to global order, and how we might contain them while we have the chance....

The runaway success of the microchip processor may be reaching its end....

Minimalism is the art of knowing how much is just enough. Digital minimalism applies this idea to our personal technology. It's the key to living a focused life in a noisy world. Author Cal Newport introduces a philosophy for technology use that has already improved countless lives....

A former gamer and Harvard-trained psychiatrist offers a proven, tested plan to help parents define, set, and reinforce healthy boundaries around video games and help kids who have developed an addiction to gaming....

The noted inventor and futurist's successor to his landmark book The Singularity Is Near explores how technology will refashion the human race in the decades to come....

By the end of on average day in the early 21st century, human beings searching the Internet will amass eight trillion gigabytes of data....

Today's "machine-learning" systems, trained by data, are so effective that we've invited them to see and hear for us - and to make decisions on our behalf. But alarm bells are ringing. Systems cull résumés until, years later, we discover that they have inherent gender biases.

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....

From the New York Times best-selling authors of Abundance and Bold comes a practical playbook for technological convergence in our modern era....

For over three decades, Ray Kurzweil has been one of the most respected and provocative advocates of the role of technology in our future. In his classic The Age of Spiritual Machines, he argued that computers would soon rival the full range of human intelligence at its best....

Interweaving stories about the science and the people behind it, Artificial Intelligence brims with clear-sighted, captivating, and approachable accounts of the most interesting and provocative modern work in AI, flavored with Mitchell’s humor and personal observations....

Amazon, Apple, Facebook, and Google are the four most influential companies on the planet. Just about everyone thinks they know how they got there. They're wrong....

From trendy restaurants to city grids, to TikTok and Netflix feeds the world round, algorithmic recommendations dictate our experiences and choices....

The Age of Surveillance Capitalism is neither a hand-wringing narrative of danger and decline nor a digital fairy tale. It offers a reasoned and evocative examination of the contests over the next chapter of capitalism that will decide the meaning of information civilization....

In Glow Kids, Dr. Nicholas Kardaras will examine how technology - more specifically, age-inappropriate screen tech, with all of its glowing ubiquity - has profoundly affected the brains of an entire generation....

A revealing look at how negative biases against women of color are embedded in search engine results and algorithms....

In his bestselling first book, Eric Siegel explained how machine learning works. Now, in The AI Playbook, he shows how to capitalize on it.

Three of the world’s most accomplished and deep thinkers come together to explore Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the way it is transforming human society - and what this technology means for us all....

An entertaining first look at how today's members of iGen - the children, teens, and young adults born in the mid-1990s and later - are vastly different from their millennial predecessors....

Have you ever actually engaged with someone’s lame dance video on Instagram? Probably not, if you’re being honest. Gimmicks just don’t work, but the pressure of having an online presence can make people do weird things....

The dominant force in the lives of girls coming of age in America today is social media. What it is doing to an entire generation of young women is the subject of Nancy Jo Sales' American Girls....

A mesmerizing, behind-the-scenes business thriller that chronicles how Sega, a small, scrappy gaming company led by an unlikely visionary and a team of rebels, took on Nintendo....

Ideas, herramientas y preguntas para aproximarse a la inteligencia artificial sin miedo, de la mano de Mariano Sigman, uno de los neurocientíficos más destacados del mundo, y Santiago Bilinkis, emprendedor y tecnólogo....

New York Times tech reporter Kashmir Hill was skeptical when she got a tip about a mysterious app called Clearview AI that claimed it could, with 99 percent accuracy, identify anyone based on just one snapshot of their face....

This isn't a tech-babble narration or AI's self-portrait. It's an easy-to-grasp audio guide aimed at anyone and everyone—parents, executives, retirees—ready to embrace the future....

Interrogating the historical currents that have brought us here, Harkness envisages a messier, riskier and less comfortable world than the one into which we’re sliding. Challenging listeners to scrutinise what’s missing from their personalised menus, Technology is Not the Problem encourages us to look afresh at the familiar: not just the technology we use every day, how we relate to the world and those around us.

A new approach to the challenges surrounding artificial intelligence that argues for assessing AI actions as if they came from a human being.

Part memoir, part searing revelation, Seen Yet Unseen takes listeners behind the scenes of some of the world’s biggest tech companies and exposes the way their exclusion of and, at times, hostility toward Black women have lasting impacts on the technology we use every day.

Tomorrow's Mind is not just a book about AI; it's a journey into the future of our own minds, a future that is being written now, with every algorithm and every line of code. As AI continues to shape our world, this book is an essential guide for anyone seeking to understand the profound impact it will have on the way we think, create, and decide.

Immerse yourself in the thought-provoking pages of "Mind Over Matter," a cutting-edge exploration of the intricate tapestry woven from our modern digital landscape and its profound effects on our psychological well-being. This groundbreaking eBook delves deep into the soul of the social media era, unraveling the complexities of the virtual environments that now cradle human interaction, shape our self-perception, and forge our global culture. Embark on a journey through the emergence and evolution of social platforms in "The Advent of Social Media," unraveling the history and development of...

A scientific evaluation: is intense use of technology (hard-tech), progress, development, economic growth, and technological advances in self-learning artificial intelligence and robotics helping humans lead and sustain a joyous, leisurely and dignified life? What are the real objectives of using technology? What costs does human society bear, in terms of efforts put in and possible harm, for the claimed benefits of technology? Do the claimed benefits serve to achieve the real objectives?

Emerging AI Realities is not just another book about AI. It's a unique invitation to journey into the heart of AI, where you will uncover its secrets, witness its remarkable applications, and grapple with the ethical and societal questions it raises. This is not a voyage into a distant future, but a future that is being shaped today by the tireless efforts of scientists, innovators, and dreamers.

Unlock the full potential of Snapchat with this comprehensive guide to mastering the art of snapping! Whether you're a beginner or seasoned user, this book is your ultimate companion to navigating the world of disappearing photos and stories. Packed with expert cheats, hacks, hints, tips, and tricks, you'll learn how to craft captivating snaps, engage your audience, and explore the platform's hidden features. From building your personal brand to enhancing your creativity, this book has everything you need to become a Snapchat pro.

Prepare for liftoff as we embark on a journey through "The ChatGPT Revolution"! In this captivating new eBook, you'll uncover the exhilarating world of advances in AI-driven customer support, and how implementing ChatGPT is transforming businesses around the globe. Shedding light on the latest customer service innovations, "The ChatGPT Revolution" begins by delving into the promising future of AI in customer support, exploring its applications and benefits. Discover how the traditional customer service models are giving way to cutting-edge Conversational AI solutions that enhance the user ...

Unlock the world of online romance with "Digital Hearts," an all-encompassing guide to finding love in the digital age. Set foot into the labyrinth of online dating as our first chapter unravels the ins and outs of its many facets. In this book, you will delve into the advantages and pitfalls, casting aside common misconceptions about internet-based romance. The journey continues as "Digital Hearts" explores various dating platforms. From popular websites to the latest apps, and even specific niche platforms, our guide leaves no stone unturned in the quest for digital love. The secret to an...

Dive into the world of design and innovation with a twist in the groundbreaking eBook "Fun, Play, Innovate"! This book is a treasure trove of knowledge for all innovators, designers, thinkers, and creators who believe in the power of fun, and its role in sparking creativity and innovation. This engaging book is not your usual deep dive into design and innovation. It substantiates the science of fun and playfulness, and underlines their significance in the process of Design and Innovation (DI). Starting with the 'Fun Theory in Design', this book provides a fascinating insight into how fun ...

Step into the future, as Flourishing Together unveils a vivid journey of exploration and discovery in the exciting realm of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its connection with humanity. This ebook aiming to demystify the world of AI, invites readers into an immersive environment where the human-artificial intelligence partnership blooms. Commence with 'A Companion of Silicon The Human-AI Alliances', an insightful chapter that delineates the birth of an innovative era, explains the working of AI, and highlights the Human-AI synergy. Progress into 'Mechanisms of AI From Fiction to Reality', ...

Immerse yourself in the visionary world of "Cities of Tomorrow," an insightful and thought-provoking eBook that transports you to the cutting edge of urban innovation. As our world becomes increasingly reliant on technology, the concept of smart cities has evolved from a futuristic dream into a tangible reality. This riveting exploration takes you deep into the heart of modern urban living, offering a panoramic view of the technologies, designs, and philosophies shaping the metropolises of the future. Embark on an intellectual journey through the intricacies of smart cities, beginning with ...

Experience an enthralling dive into the digital depths of Crypto Gaming with our cutting-edge eBook, 'Crypto Gaming Unleashed'. Prepare to embark on an enriching, knowledge-packed journey across landscapes of blockchain technology, cryptocurrency, and gaming - where emergent paradigms and riveting intrigue awaits. Blockchain and digital gaming are powerful forces, independent yet intertwined in a dance of innovation, waiting to couple up. This ground-breaking text demystifies these domains by effortlessly introducing these complex concepts in an easy to comprehend manner, making it suitable...

Dive into the world of blockchain with "Unleashing the Power", a comprehensive yet easy-to-digest guide to understanding and implementing the transformational power of blockchain technology, particularly in the realm of education. This trailblazing eBook delivers valuable insights on a technology that promises to revolutionize multiple sectors of business and society. Beginning with the basics, including the origin and principles of blockchain, this book unfolds the myriad applications of blockchain across various industries. It dares to gaze into the future, predicting how this emerging ...