We are witnessing the beginnings of a revolution. Big data - the explosion of information that digitization has sparked - is changing our world in ways we are just starting to appreciate.
Kenneth Cukier Books
Kenneth Cukier serves as the Data Editor for The Economist, establishing himself as a leading voice on the evolving landscape of big data. His insightful analyses on business and economics have graced the pages of prominent publications such as Foreign Affairs, The New York Times, and The Financial Times. Cukier delves into how data and its analysis are shaping our world, exploring its profound implications for society, the economy, and our daily existence.
Big data. A revolution that will transform how we live, work, and think
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
A exploration of the latest trend in technology and the impact it will have on the economy, science, and society at large.
Big data : the essential guide to work, life and learning in the age of insight
- 320 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Explores the idea of big data, which refers to our new found ability to crunch vast amounts of information, analyze it instantly, and draw profound and surprising conclusions from it.
AI, synthetic biology, and quantum computing are set to transform our world. This insightful book by Mustafa Suleyman, co-founder of DeepMind, provides a comprehensive understanding of these emerging technologies. Esteemed figures like Yuval Noah Harari and Bill Gates praise it as a vital guide for navigating unprecedented times. As AI becomes integral to daily life—organizing personal affairs, managing businesses, and overseeing government functions—society will also encounter DNA printers, engineered pathogens, and autonomous weapons. Suleyman emphasizes that we are unprepared for these changes. He argues that the next decade will be shaped by rapid advancements that promise prosperity but also pose significant risks to the nation-state and global stability. The book highlights the existential dilemma we face: balancing the potential for unprecedented harm against the dangers of intrusive surveillance. Suleyman introduces the concept of 'the containment problem,' which focuses on maintaining control over powerful technologies as the central challenge of our era. With endorsements from influential thinkers, this groundbreaking work is essential for anyone seeking to understand the implications of the technological revolution and the path forward amidst looming threats.
The Coming Wave
Technology, Power, and the Twenty-first Century's Greatest Dilemma
- 352 pages
- 13 hours of reading
An urgent exploration of the risks posed by rapidly advancing AI and technology to global stability is presented by a co-founder of DeepMind and current CEO of Microsoft AI. The author highlights the potential dangers these innovations bring and emphasizes the need for proactive measures to mitigate their impact. Through insights and expertise, the book advocates for strategies to manage these challenges before they escalate, offering a timely perspective on the intersection of technology and global security.
Nezadržitelná vlna
- 384 pages
- 14 hours of reading
Blížíme se ke kritickému bodu v historii našeho druhu. Vše se brzy změní. Brzy budete žít obklopeni umělou inteligencí. Budou organizovat váš život, řídit vaše podnikání a provozovat základní vládní služby. Budete žít ve světě tiskáren DNA a kvantových počítačů, upravených patogenů a autonomních zbraní, robotických asistentů a hojnosti energie. Nikdo z nás na to není připraven. Mustafa Suleyman je jako spoluzakladatel průkopnické společnosti DeepMind, která je součástí Googlu, v centru této revoluce. Nadcházející desetiletí bude podle něj definováno touto vlnou výkonných, rychle se šířících nových technologií. V knize The Coming Wave Suleyman ukazuje, jak tyto síly vytvoří obrovskou prosperitu, ale také ohrozí národní stát, základ globálního řádu. Zatímco naše křehké vlády spějí ke katastrofě, čelíme existenciálnímu dilematu: na jedné straně bezprecedentní škody, na druhé hrozba panovačného dohledu. Dokážeme si proklestit cestu mezi katastrofou a dystopií? Tato přelomová kniha od největšího odborníka na umělou inteligenci stanovuje „problém zadržování“ — úkol udržet kontrolu nad mocnými technologiemi - jako zásadní výzvu naší doby.
