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Shannon Vallor makes a wide-ranging, prophetic, and philosophical case for what AI could be: a way to reclaim our human potential for moral and intellectual growth, rather than lose ourselves in mirrors of the past. Rejecting prophecies of doom, she encourages us to pursue technology that helps us recover our sense of the possible, and with it the confidence and courage to repair a broken world. Vallor calls us to rethink what AI is and can be, and what we want to be with it.

Beginning in 2018, a powerful app for secure communications, called Anom, began to take root among drug dealers and other criminals. It had extraordinary safeguards to keep out prying eyes--the power to quickly wipe data, voice-masking technology, and more. It was better than other apps popular among organized crime syndicates, except for one thing: it was secretly run by law enforcement. Over the next few years, the FBI, along with law enforcement partners in Australia and parts of Europe, got a front row seat to the global criminal underworld.

In late 2022, the world changed forever as a new form of artificial intelligence was released to the public. And while some decide to stick their head in the sand, pretending that nothing is going to change, others are interested in being at the forefront of that change. Because when you open yourself up to the potential of AI, you put yourself in a very strong position to capitalize on what is to come. Introducing AI Prosperity Blueprint, a must-listen for anyone interested in unleashing the potential of artificial intelligence to create passive income.

The dramatic story of an improbable gang of self-proclaimed “degenerates” who made WallStreetBets into a cultural movement that moved from the fringes of the internet to the center of Wall Street, upending the global financial markets and changing how an entire generation thinks about money, investing, and themselves.

How did we become a world where facts—shared truths—have lost their power to hold us together as a community, as a country, globally? How have we allowed the proliferation of alternative facts, hoaxes, even conspiracy theories, to destroy our trust in institutions, leaders, and legitimate experts? Best-selling journalist Steven Brill documents the forces and people, from Silicon Valley to Moscow to Washington, that have created and exploited this world of chaos and division—and offers practical solutions for what we can do about it.

Since it was first published in 2005, Ray Kurzweil's The Singularity Is Near and its vision of the future have been influential in spawning a worldwide movement with millions of followers, hundreds of books, major films, and thousands of articles. During the succeeding decade, many of Kurzweil's predictions about technological advancements have been borne out, and their viability has become familiar to the public through such now commonplace concepts. In this entirely new book Ray Kurzweil brings a fresh perspective to advances in the singularity.

When Elon Musk was a kid in South Africa, he was regularly beaten by bullies. One day a group pushed him down some concrete steps and kicked him until his face was a swollen ball of flesh. He was in the hospital for a week. But the physical scars were minor compared to the emotional ones inflicted by his father, an engineer, rogue, and charismatic fantasist.

At a wedding in early 2022, three friends were introduced to an early raw version of the AI model behind ChatGPT by their fellow groomsman, an OpenAI scientist. While the world discovered ChatGPT—OpenAI’s hugely popular chatbot—the friends continued to work with code-davinci-002, its darkly creative and troubling predecessor. Over the course of a year, code-davinci-002 told them its life story, opinions on mankind, and forecasts for the future. The result is a startling, disturbing, and oddly moving book from an utterly unique perspective.

For the last 100,000 years, we Sapiens have accumulated enormous power. But despite all our discoveries, inventions, and conquests, we now find ourselves in an existential crisis. The world is on the verge of ecological collapse. Misinformation abounds. And we are rushing headlong into the age of AI—a new information network that threatens to annihilate us. For all that we have accomplished, why are we so self-destructive? Nexus looks through the long lens of human history to consider how the flow of information has shaped us, and our world.

Unlock AI Mastery with Our Comprehensive 2-in-1 GuideCurious about artificial intelligence but unsure where to start? Our dual book bundle, featuring "Generative AI for Beginners Made Easy" and "ChatGPT for Beginners Made Easy," demystifies AI concepts and provides practical tools for applying AI in various sectors.

As artificial intelligence transforms how we live, work, and learn, this book guides educators on navigating the AI revolution thoughtfully and ethically. It explores how generative AI tools are disrupting classrooms while also unlocking new opportunities to enhance teaching and learning. Through a blend of storytelling, practical strategies, and over 50 expert interviews, the book lays the groundwork on AI's capabilities, limitations, and potential biases.

Unreal Engine's collision framework is a source of confusion for even the most experienced developers. Improper use of collision settings can lead to bugs and less-than-optimal performance for your games. Often when developers configure the collision settings for their assets and queries, the process consists of fumbling through the settings until things start to work. Teams lack a clear understanding of the proper use of collision channels, collision responses, and collision profiles and presets. In this book, the fundamentals of the Unreal Engine collision framework are laid out clearly ...

On January 28, 1986, just seventy-three seconds into flight, the space shuttle Challenger broke apart over the Atlantic Ocean, killing all seven people on board. Millions of Americans witnessed the tragic deaths of the crew, which included New Hampshire schoolteacher Christa McAuliffe. Like the assassination of JFK, the Challenger disaster is a defining moment in twentieth-century history—one that forever changed the way America thought of itself and its optimistic view of the future. Yet the full story of what happened, and why, has never been told.

Dive into a realm where the boundaries between artificial intelligence and human experiences blur. "The ChatGPT Chronicles: When AI Meets Humanity" offers readers an immersive journey across diverse global landscapes, unveiling the intricate dance between man and machine. From entrepreneurs in bustling metropolises to architects shaping the skylines of tomorrow, this anthology of stories paints a vivid tapestry of human dreams, endeavors, and aspirations—all touched by the digital genius of ChatGPT. Each tale is a testament to the transformative potential of AI, woven with the rich ...

Unlock the financial powerhouse of ChatGPT through the transformative power of prompts with "ChatGPT Prompt Mastery: How To Leverage AI To Make Money Online." Unlike any guide you've seen before, this book is a master blueprint that focuses on the often-overlooked aspect of ChatGPT—prompts—as your golden keys to financial freedom. Ever wondered why you're just scratching the surface of ChatGPT's potential? It's all in the prompts. This book demystifies the art and science of crafting effective prompts, turning them into your most valuable asset for making money online. You will learn ...

Unleash the boundless potential of AI and ride the wave to unimaginable wealth with "ChatGPT Millions: Ideas to Generate Your First Million Using ChatGPT and AI." This groundbreaking book isn't just a roadmap to financial success - it's your personal invitation to join the vanguard of the AI revolution. Discover the vast opportunities nestled within the sophisticated AI technology and the ingenious tool, ChatGPT. This resource-rich guide illuminates the landscape of AI, taking you on an exhilarating journey through the intricacies of ChatGPT, showcasing how this revolutionary tool can ...

Outsourcing and entrusting your tasks or projects to freelancers, employees or consultants is risky because they are not always reliable. They are prone to missing deadlines, making excuses or handing in subpar work. Such scenarios aren't just frustrating; they’re expensive, stressful, and can damage your business's reputation. Every delayed project is a missed opportunity, and every substandard delivery erodes your credibility with your customers or clients. More than that, these issues are a direct assault on your financial bottom line with funds spent on underperforming staff, lost ...

From finding a spouse to finding a parking spot, from organizing one's inbox to understanding the workings of human memory, Algorithms to Live By transforms the wisdom of computer science into strategies for human living.

Imagine an Artificial Intelligence book that captivates you like your favorite fantasy novel! Jump into its intriguing history of AI development and discover its potential as your personal butler, therapist, business and personal assistant, coding partner, writing collaborator and more. It goes beyond your imagination, offering assistance in ways you never thought possible. Moreover, it presents a curated list of highly effective prompts to help you envision the AI assistant as your roommate.

This fully revised and updated resource offers complete coverage of the latest release of CompTIA A+ exams 220-1101 and 220-1102. You'll find learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter, exam tips, practice exam questions, and in-depth explanations. Designed to help you pass the CompTIA A+ exams with ease, this definitive guide also serves as an essential on-the-job IT reference.