Technology Vision

The #1 New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller from Steve Case—the co-founder of AOL—presents “a compelling roadmap for the future…that can help us make sense of the technological changes reshaping our economy and the world. A fascinating read” (Sheryl Sandberg, Facebook COO...

When neuroscientist Susan Barry was 50 years old, she took an unforgettable trip to Manhattan. As she emerged from the dim light of the subway into the sunshine, she saw a view of the city that she had witnessed many times in the past but now saw in an astonishingly new way. Skyscrapers on street corners appeared to loom out toward her like the bows of giant ships. Tree branches projected upward and outward, enclosing and commanding palpable volumes of space.

The year 2026 is not a distant marker on a slow technological horizon; it is the crest of the wave. The time for conceptualizing AI’s future impact is over. We are now entering a compressed, high-velocity era—the Three-Year Leap (2026–2028) that will redefine the structure of work, capital, and society. This audiobook is a field guide to that leap. For decades, AI was a computational assistant, requiring explicit instruction for every task.

Once upon a time, the world’s smartest machines all wore blue. IBM — “Big Blue” — wasn’t just a company; it was the computer age. Presidents called them for advice, scientists worshiped their labs, and Wall Street practically knelt at their feet. They built machines that helped put a man on the moon. But just a few decades later, the same company that taught the world how to compute was brought to its knees by… a beige plastic box sitting on a teenager’s desk.

Some machines were designed to change the world; others… to destroy it. When a pyramid is activated beneath the sands of the African desert, a mechanism hidden for thousands of years awakens. Its purpose is both clear and terrifying: to reset human civilization. As the clock of the Apocalypse begins to tick, an unlikely alliance forms in Saint Petersburg. An architect who does not age. A writer whose visions foretold the future. A scientist who has spent centuries decoding the secrets of the end of the world. Leonardo, Verne and Newton : three extraordinary minds bound by a secret ...

Can we envision a world that was truly united and organized to serve humans, our environment, and all living beings? As the process of planetary acceleration of time and energy continues, many previous patterns of interaction may no longer serve humanity. We are in the midst of enormous change. Although it is easy to write those words, it is difficult to comprehend the changing of everything we take for granted: our financial, political, medical, educational, scientific, and religious systems are shifting. The purpose of A Planetary Vision is to create a blueprint that summarizes the areas ...

Continuation from Harky: Elite BSC book 21 Luke Rayne is the Commander of the FBI/Badass Training Center who is just waiting for his ol’ lady to show. When Ember Faye falls into his world, everyone’s lives change. Clarity and vision are what she seems to bring with her, along with new challenges, names, ancestors, a voice, dog and we can’t forget the cupcakes. Freaky just got freakier!

What if the rise of artificial intelligence isn’t something Christians should fear… but something we’re called to understand, redeem, and lead? AI is reshaping everything — work, parenting, relationships, church, and even how we understand truth. Many believers feel overwhelmed. Others feel unprepared. And far too many feel afraid. But what if God has already equipped His people for this moment? Redeeming Tomorrow is a hope‑filled, practical, and deeply biblical guide to navigating artificial intelligence with wisdom, courage, and spiritual discernment. Instead of fear‑based ...

The development of “Avatar” technology - the fusion of human awareness consciousness with remote robotic bodies - offers breathtaking advances in medicine, culture, work, transportation, education, and imagination. The Avatar project is designed to drive the exponential innovations needed to make General Purpose Avatars an everyday reality. The transformational potential of avatars is endless - and who better to illustrate the possibilities than some of the most insightful science fiction writers working in the field today?

Over the centuries, we have learned to peer into what was once invisible. Imaging devices like cameras, telescopes, microscopes, and MRI machines map the world around, beyond, and within us in ways the naked eye could never see. In so doing, these technologies have transformed our understanding...

Video has changed our world - from how we reach people, storytelling, and invoke emotion. It's though video that entrepreneurs are able to tap and generate six-seven figures annually from online video content. And, with a proper guide, you too could be en-route to increasing your influence and income with your own cultural ad. In Video Influencer Authority experts Jowy Cenat and Uche Brendan Madu draw on a decade of experience as well as interviews with more than one hundred top creators to give you a step-by-step video success playbook.

Apple Vision Healthcare Pioneers" is an innovative exploration of the intersection between technology and healthcare. Co-authored by Harvey Castro MD, MBA, and Brooks Wood, this book delves into the transformative power of Virtual Reality (VR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in modern healthcare. It serves as a comprehensive guide for professionals within the healthcare industry and patients interested in understanding the future of medical care. Through real-world examples, and in-depth analysis, this book offers insights into how technology can enhance patient care, improve outcomes, and...

Embark on an enlightening journey into the fascinating world of digitized perception with "Visual Insights". This eye-opening eBook delves into the intriguing domain of computer vision, guiding you through its intricacies and wide applications with the clarity only well-organized content can provide. "Visual Insights" starts from the very foundation, introducing the concept of Computer Vision in a comprehensible manner. It creatively escorts you back in time to explore the evolution of this captivating discipline and highlights its profound influence on present-day technology. Your journey ...

This engaging business story helps you navigate the challenges of leading AI transformation. Follow a CEO's journey as two mentors reveal how to successfully lead organizations through AI adoption while keeping people at the center of change. Through simple storytelling and practical examples, discover: • How to develop an effective AI leadership strategy • Ways to build trust during technological change • Methods for transforming resistance into innovation • Techniques for measuring transformation success • Strategies for sustainable AI growth This book, part of the Fast EZ Reads...

In 1971, Cynthia Solomon and Seymour Papert published Twenty Things to Do with a Computer, a revolutionary document that would set the course of education for the next fifty years and beyond. This book, Twenty Things to Do with a Computer Forward 50, is a celebration of the vision set forth by Papert and Solomon a half-century ago. Four dozen experts from around the world invite us to consider the original provocations, reflect on their implementation, and chart a course for the future through personal recollections, learning stories, and imaginative scenarios. Twenty Things to Do with a ...

As you are aware, we stand at the threshold of a remarkable transformation in human technological capability, and China has emerged as one of the most dynamic forces shaping this future. This book explores one of the most consequential developments of our time: China's ambitious pursuit of self-building AI systems and recursive technology—artificial intelligence that can improve, adapt, and evolve itself with minimal human intervention. The story of China's remarkable AI journey is one of extraordinary ambition matched by impressive execution. Over the past two decades, China has ...

Ah, presbyopia—the unsung villain of the ophthalmic world, creeping up on you like a middle-aged ninja with an agenda to sabotage your vision just as you’re hitting your stride in life. One minute you’re breezing through your 30s, thinking you’re invincible, and the next, BAM! You’re in your forties, squinting at the menu like it’s written in hieroglyphics, all while fumbling for those reading glasses you swore you’d never need. But here’s the real kicker—presbyopia isn’t some sudden ambush that springs out of nowhere. Oh no, this crafty little devil started plotting ...

Stop buying gadgets that look great on YouTube and fail on a cold night. This book is the clear, practical guide to night vision and thermal imaging every hunter, sentry, prepper, and tactical shooter should read. You’ll learn what image intensifiers actually do and why Gen-3 still matters, why digital night vision is often a price-driven compromise, and why thermal (uncooled microbolometers, NETD, pixel pitch, lens focal length) is the detection tool that changed night fighting and hunting. Packed with real-world buying criteria, honest comparisons of monoculars, goggles, weapon scopes, ...

In this audiobook John Kehoe addresses an inspiring appeal to anyone who has ever sought to understand the deep meaning and beauty of the world around him. The author explains how anyone who embarks on a spiritual quest can receive a reward not in the other world, not in the afterlife, but here and now.

Himalayan Compute argues Nepal can become a global AI infrastructure powerhouse by converting its vast hydropower potential into exportable compute. As AI demand explodes, electricity, cooling, and data centers become the new strategic bottleneck—making cheap, renewable baseload power a national advantage. The book presents a 10-year roadmap to scale from Phase 1 clusters to multi-gigawatt AI campuses and trillion-dollar valuation territory. It emphasizes this must be a private, Silicon Valley-style startup, with Nepal’s government enabling speed through a One Desk Policy.