Artificial Life

Sometimes I look at them wielding motionless swords, brows disfigured in permanent rage, mouths open to scream curses that no one will hear. Sometimes I look at the men who tried to kill me. "The Secret Face" is the first poetry collection from Elektra Flowers. Touching on eternal themes of love, belonging, alienation, and the raw emotions that come from living in the modern world. Poems featured include: "Medusa," a poem from the perspective of the Greek goddess, reflecting on the men she's turned to stone. "Opportunity," an elegy to the Mars rover. "The Ballerina," a vision set in a ...

One of the most peculiar and possibly unique features of humans is the vast amount of information we carry outside our biological selves. But in our rush to build the infrastructure for the 20 quintillion bits we create every day, we’ve failed to ask exactly why we’re expending ever-increasing amounts of energy, resources, and human effort to maintain all this data. Drawing on deep ideas and frontier thinking in evolutionary biology, computer science, information theory, and astrobiology, Caleb Scharf argues that information is, in a very real sense, alive - an aggregate lifeform.

The Complete Guide to Automation: Transforming the World, Work, and Daily Life is an essential resource for anyone looking to understand the profound impact of automation technologies on society, the workforce, and our everyday routines. This comprehensive book offers a deep dive into the mechanisms driving the automation revolution, from the basics of robotic process automation (RPA) and artificial intelligence (AI) to advanced applications in manufacturing, healthcare, finance, and beyond. Readers will discover the history of automation, tracing its evolution from simple mechanical ...

AI expert Yorick Wilks takes a journey through the history of artificial intelligence up to the present day, examining its origins, controversies, and achievements, as well as looking into just how it works. He also considers the future, assessing whether these technologies could menace our way of life and how we are all likely to benefit from AI applications in the years to come.

Embark on an exhilarating journey to the stars and uncover the mysteries of intelligent alien life with the eBook, "Cracking the ET Code". This compelling and thought-provoking narrative presents a unique fusion of advanced science and cutting-edge technology, elevating the quest for cosmic communication to an unprecedented level. "Cracking the ET Code," delves into intriguing subjects from the science of extraterrestrial life, the role of the SETI Institute, the enigma of unidentified cosmic signals, and even the paradox that baffles every mind the Fermi Paradox. Engage with richly ...

After an explosive showdown with the farmhands on Farm 33, Mr. Whyte urges Cole to travel to Farm 111 to meet the Creator. There, he learns about the Lifeline and the imminent threat that the machines pose to mankind’s very existence. His mission is simple: travel to Lunar Base 9, become part of the inmate population and deliver the virus to the agent on the inside. The only problem is that Lunar Base 9 is a prison filled with gangs, guards, a menacing deputy, and a devious warden who runs a tight ship. It doesn’t take long for Cole to find out that it’s not so easy being the new guy ...

This book tells the story of how companies have in some cases created artificial intelligence as a major function of their business, and in other cases are using AI in their business to improve operations and improve customer experiences. The book is primarily aimed at providing basic research for the investor to learn about the companies involved in AI and be able to make informed investment choices to make money with the new AI boom and the new AI economy.

What if machines could evolve, adapt, and self-replicate just as living organisms do? What if artificial life, guided by principles of evolution, begins to rival biology in complexity, intelligence, and creativity? In The Algorithmic Genome: Synthetic Evolution, Artificial Life, and the Advent of Autonomous Intelligence, a groundbreaking exploration of the future of technology, intelligence, and society, these questions are not only asked but rigorously investigated. At the heart of this book lies a bold concept: the "algorithmic genome," a digital parallel to DNA, capable of encoding the ...

A fresh and very insightful approach to how AI and blockchain technologies can be applied in the life sciences has emerged. Ellen Debra Crayton’s Redefining Life Sciences with Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain is a myth-shattering look at how these ground breaking technologies will impact the health-care, pharmaceutical, and food service delivery systems. From organic and low latency data capture, provenance, security, and analytics to the promise of anonymity, privacy, security, and immutability.

A Featured USA Today and Amazon Bestseller! Technology uplifts everything around us. Now it's time for it to empower you—it's time to Tap In. What would you do with an extra 20 hours a week and 30 percent more cash flow? So often we feel the things we want most, such as time with our family and friends or the opportunity to obtain new career skills, learn a hobby, or start a business, are impossibly out of reach. Yet here's an amazing truth. The tools you need to attain all this and more are available to you today. In Tap In, Paul Joffe shows us that AI is your gateway to a future of ...

Today, many decisions that could be made by human beings, from predicting earthquakes to interpreting languages, can now be made by computer algorithms with advanced analytic capabilities. Every day, we make millions of decisions. However, these decisions may be imperfect due to limited experience, implicit biases, or faulty probabilistic reasoning. Algorithms can better predict human behavior than trained psychologists and with much simpler criteria. Discover how algorithms shape and impact our world.

Are you confused about what all the rage behind artificial intelligence is and would like to learn more? This audiobook covers everything from machine learning to robotics and the internet of things. You can use it as a nifty guidebook whenever you come across news headlines that talk about some new advancement in AI by Google or Facebook. By the time you finish listening, you will be aware of what artificial neural networks are, how gradient descent and back propagation work, and what deep learning is.

In Life Finds a Way, biologist Andreas Wagner reveals the deep symmetry between innovation in biological evolution and human cultural creativity. Rarely is either a linear climb to perfection - instead, "progress" is typically marked by a sequence of peaks, plateaus, and pitfalls. For instance, in Picasso's 40-some iterations of Guernica, we see the same combination of small steps, incessant reshuffling, and large, almost reckless, leaps that characterize the way evolution transformed a dinosaur's grasping claw into a condor's soaring wing.

With the release of OpenAI making ChatGPT available to the public in 2022, the authors wondered how a soulless machine would interpret biblical verses. Would the results from a godless computer be derogatory or supportive of their Christian beliefs? Using some of the most beloved verses as well as several of the more disturbing passages from the Bible, Preston and Harriet Lewis began a faith journey through artificial intelligence that provided surprising results. Devotionals from a Soulless Machine: A Journey of Faith through Artificial Intelligence takes the reader along as these two ...

The Internet and smartphone are just the latest in a 250-year-long cycle of disruption that has continuously changed the way we live, the way we work, and the way we interact. The coming Augmented Age, however, promises a level of disruption, behavioral shifts, and changes that are unparalleled. While consumers today are camping outside of an Apple store waiting to be one of the first to score a new Apple Watch or iPhone, the next generation of wearables will be able to predict if we're likely to have a heart attack and recommend a course of action.

Discover the Wonders of AI in Just Days, Without the Technical Jargon! Curiosity about AI piqued your interest, but technical jargon and complexity have held you back? Wondering how artificial intelligence can seamlessly integrate into your daily life? Are you eager to dive into the transformational world of AI, but find yourself overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information out there? If any of these questions resonate with you, you're not alone.

AI is no longer a futuristic concept—it is here, transforming the way we learn, work, create, and make decisions. Whether you are a student, professional, entrepreneur, or simply curious about AI, Smarter You with AI provides a practical roadmap to help you leverage AI effectively. This book will show you how to use AI to boost productivity, enhance creativity, improve decision-making, and future-proof your career in an AI-driven world. In an era of rapid technological advancement, AI can be a powerful ally—but only if you know how to use it wisely. This book breaks down complex AI ...

Synopsis: In 2034, an old man wakes up in a room he doesn’t remember, unable to recall his name. A video on his laptop, recorded to himself, reveals that he is a professor of cybernetics, suffering from dementia. For more details, it invites him to look into a portable digital microscope in his pocket. What awaits him in the macrocosm demands more than the visionary mind of a revolutionary scientist.

Best Indie Book Awards - 2024 Technology Winner National indie Excellence Awards - 18th Annual Competition - Finalist in Technology category Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Awards - 2023 Finalist in Science and Technology IAN Book of the Year Awards - 2023 Non-Fiction Finalist “Whether you’re excited or apprehensive about the developments in Artificial Intelligence, David Espindola delivers a well-researched book with several scenarios to consider. Soulful is a great selection for anyone who enjoys open-minded discussions about AI and its impact on the future.” – Readers’ ...

Artificial intelligence is already penetrating into the smallest and most private areas of our lives. Even in the field of computer games, social networks or the digital sex industry, human and non-human relationships are already merging. This interlinking of the virtual and the real world, spurred on by improved AI technology, will continue to gain momentum, and of course this will have an impact on our social behavior. The discussion about both the good and dubious implications of these developments cannot be initiated early enough.