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The Handover

How We Gave Control of Our Lives to Corporations, States and AIs

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Exploring the concept of the Singularity, this book reveals how the rise of autonomous machines is not a new phenomenon. It delves into historical precedents where technology has outpaced human control, prompting a reflection on the implications of such advancements. Through this lens, the narrative challenges the notion that we are on the brink of a unique technological crisis, suggesting that humanity has faced similar challenges before.

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The Handover, David Runciman

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2024
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Title
The Handover
Subtitle
How We Gave Control of Our Lives to Corporations, States and AIs
Language
English
Publisher
Profile Books
Released
2024
Format
Paperback
Pages
328
ISBN13
9781788163682
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Exploring the concept of the Singularity, this book reveals how the rise of autonomous machines is not a new phenomenon. It delves into historical precedents where technology has outpaced human control, prompting a reflection on the implications of such advancements. Through this lens, the narrative challenges the notion that we are on the brink of a unique technological crisis, suggesting that humanity has faced similar challenges before.