American Intelligence

During the Cold War, the political leadership of the Soviet Union avidly sought intelligence about its main adversary, the United States. Although effective on an operational level, Soviet leaders and their intelligence chiefs fell short when it came to analyzing intelligence. There were, however, important changes over time. Ultimately the views of an enlightened Soviet leader, Gorbachev, trumped the ideological blinders of his predecessors and the intelligence service's dedication to an endless duel.

In science fiction, artificial intelligence takes the shape of computers that can speak like people, think for themselves, and sometimes act against us. Reality of course is vastly different, though in many ways computers surpass their fictional counterparts. This book reviews work in the field and covers topics from chess-playing to quantum computing. The writers tackle how to make computers more powerful, how we define consciousness, what the hard problems are, and even how computers might be built once the limits of silicon chips have been reached.

In American Coup, William Arkin reveals the desk-bound takeover of the highest reaches of government by a coterie of "grey men" of the national security establishment. Operating between the lines of the Constitution this powerful and unelected group fights to save the nation from "terror" and weapons of mass destruction while at the same time modifying and undermining the very essence of the country.

Are you prepared to elevate your adaptability, enhance practical problem-solving skills, and refine your judgment with practical intelligence? Unlock the keys to practical intelligence with 'Grow Practical Mindset,' the inaugural book in the 'Successful Intelligence' series. Delve into the foundational principles of Sternberg's Triarchic Theory, focusing on adaptability and problem-solving skills crucial for success across diverse scenarios. From practical exercises to insightful strategies, this book equips you with actionable tools to enhance decision-making in your daily life, empowering...

What would you do with an AI that can write like a human? Ana is a struggling creative who has been unable to get her work published. She meets a hacker who gets her access to GPT-X, the world's largest neural net language model. With over 2.4 quadrillion parameters, the AI is capable of generating text that is indistinguishable from human-written prose. Ana quickly realizes that the AI is not just a tool for writing, but a tool for creativity. With the help of GPT-X, Ana is able to create works of art that are unlike anything that has been seen before. The Girl With All the Text is a story...

Who was Ernest Withers? Most Americans may not know the name, but they do know his photographs. Withers took some of the most legendary images of the 1950s and ’60s: Martin Luther King, Jr., riding a newly integrated bus in Montgomery, Alabama; Emmett Till’s uncle pointing an accusatory finger across the courtroom at one of his nephew’s killers; scores of African-American protestors, carrying a forest of signs reading "I am a man." But while he enjoyed unparalleled access to the inner workings of the civil rights movement, Withers was working as an informant for the FBI.

Ready for a new American Dream? So is best-selling author and futurist Cynthia L Elliott. Her latest book shares a searingly honest and visionary analysis of how to confront our most significant challenges and rebuild the American Dream for future generations. This book, already a #1 best-seller in new releases, offers a unique perspective on the role of Conscious AI in shaping a promising future. Get inspired with A New American Dream: Conscious AI For A Future Full Of Promise from the Conversation Starters Book Series to benefit the SoulTech Foundation. Suppose you enjoy frank, analytical...

It’s been slow for Madison, the Italians have been on their best behavior. But the German’s are another matter.The murder of a known German agent pits Madison against one of the deadliest agents in Europe and forces her in a race to save England’s new wonder weapon from falling into Hitler’s hands. Buy Your Copy Today!

In a rapidly shifting world order, two giants stand at the crossroads of history: China and the United States. One ascendant, the other uncertain. One state-driven, the other market-led. Who will lead the 21st century? In Dragon vs. Eagle, Mike Feng Zheng delivers a bold, timely, and eye-opening strategic analysis of the global power struggle that will define the future of our world. Drawing on deep economic insights, historical comparisons, and geopolitical realities, this book examines the strengths and vulnerabilities of both empires—without ideological bias. Inside, you’ll discover:...

American Sorcerer is also the Book of Psi-Magia, a new way to harness psychic ability. Psi-Magia is a perfect fusion of ancient esoteric techniques and modern American developed Remote Viewing controls and protocols. America's stargate program spent hundreds of millions of dollars designing controls and protocols that ensured that what they were witnessing in laboratory conditions, was in fact, psychic functioning. When these controls are applied to ancient so called 'magickal practices' then the true potency of those practices can be measured. This has been missing from magickal practices ...

In the heated days shortly before the 2020 presidential election, a news story appeared in the New York Post detailing how Hunter Biden used the position and influence of his father, now President Joe Biden, for personal gain, with President Biden’s awareness.

A deepfake scandal. Foreign meddling. Personal betrayal. In Dynasty on the Hudson, a damning AI-generated video threatens to unravel the ambitions of Governor Sonny Sainto just as the road to the White House comes into view. Accused of corruption in a digital smear campaign orchestrated by shadowy forces, Sainto must navigate a labyrinth of crises—from global intrigue to political treachery at home. As the chaos escalates, he turns to a dark figure from his past, desperate to suppress the truth and reclaim control of his narrative. But every move brings him closer to the edge. A master ...

Prior to World War II, Josephine Baker was a music hall diva renowned for her singing and exotic dancing, her beauty and sexuality; she was the most highly paid female performer in Europe. When the Nazis seized her adopted city, Paris, she was banned from the stage, along with all 'negroes and Jews'. Yet, instead of returning to America, she vowed to stay and to fight the Nazi evil. Overnight she went from performer to Resistance spy. In The Flame of Resistance, best-selling author Damien Lewis uncovers this little known history of the famous singer's life.

Pushed into a corner, America has little choice but to fight the newly aligned Axis of Power in Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran. For the last sixty years, America has stood behind her retaliation abilities to assure her enemies mutual destruction. But with new technology, more powerful weapons, and A.I. to power her enemies, the odds of a catastrophic mistake grow by the minute. Control of the Game takes the reader on an incredible journey that terrifyingly could also be a glimpse into our real future, one where America trades in those sixty-six doomsday subs for just one bomb.

She must obey a stranger's orders, or the androids will attack again… Despite Lena's fears about the dangers of the Model One androids, CyberCorp has shipped them to customers. They work perfectly—except around Lena. When an android attacks one of her best friends, she insists the robots are fatally flawed. Desperate to keep this situation from spiraling out of control, like it did last time, Lena casts suspicion on everyone she knows. This time, she won't trust anyone. When she gets a threatening note from someone claiming to be controlling the androids, she'll obey—but only to stall...

To catch a spy you have to have the right bait.Count Facchini was sure the new A-12 anti-aircraft shell was just the trap to kill Madison Dix with. He was right. Buy Your Copy Today!

Within the annals of history lie stories of courage, sacrifice, and resilience—tales that illuminate the path of humanity's journey through the ages. Among these narratives, few are as compelling as that of the Culper Spy Ring, whose clandestine efforts played a pivotal role in shaping the destiny of a nation. In the pages that follow, we embark on a journey through time, traversing the landscapes of the Revolutionary War and the 20th century revelation that brought the once-hidden heroes of the Culper Spy Ring into the light of recognition. Through meticulous research and evocative ...

Story is a potent medicine that can re-enchant our lives. By re-storying ourselves, consciously building it into everyday living, we can make space to hear ourselves better, listen more deeply to each other, and discern the tales the earth is quietly whispering in our ears. Hopefully, Story Intelligence will help you stoke a new kind of fire.

In a wide-ranging narrative that takes us from a downsized marketing executive in Massachusetts, to a father of three in Appalachia finding purpose and meaning working in a convenience-store chain, to an unemployed autoworker retraining in "advanced manufacturing", Shell reveals how work is essential to our flourishing and pyschological well-being - and how so many of the avenues to well-paid and meaningful work will be challenged in the years ahead.

The Armies of the Revolutionary War reveals to readers the complexity of the organization of the military forces of the rebelling American colonies as well as the British Army and Navy. The book also discloses the intricate intelligence gathering network both armies devised to spy on each other to gain an advantage in the titanic struggle for America's independence.