Human Intelligence

Ascending at the Speed of Surrender will test your cognitive capacity with real-life situations that illustrate the bridge of science, spirituality and ufology; non-linear and non-local activity. The author explores inner and outer realities with relative ease, yet presents conundrums relative to the human condition and the need for evolution. Most fear to share such intimate and vulnerable pieces that often provoke immediate rejection from lack of direct experience or inability to suspend belief systems. Ascending at the Speed of Surrender invites investigation with references and ...

Fusion! explores the groundbreaking potential of brain-machine interfaces, where human thought directly connects with technology to restore lost abilities and enhance cognitive functions. This audiobook examines how these systems are already helping individuals with disabilities regain independence by restoring mobility and speech while enabling direct control of digital devices through thought alone.

Virtually Human explores what the not-too-distant future will look like when cyberconsciousness - simulation of the human brain via software and computer technology - becomes part of our daily lives. Meet Bina48, the world's most sentient robot, commissioned by Martine Rothblatt and created by Hanson Robotics.

Do you want to learn about business intelligence but don't feel like reading a boring textbook? In the modern business world, the pace of action continues to quicken. Businesses need to be able to get actionable insights from their data in order to make the right decisions to act rapidly and effectively. In this audiobook, you will be introduced to the concept of business intelligence.

This is an audiobook about AI and AI risk. But it's also more importantly about a community of people who are trying to think rationally about intelligence, and the places that these thoughts are taking them, and what insight they can and can't give us about the future of the human race over the next few years. It explains why these people are worried, why they might be right and why they might be wrong.

Artificial intelligence is, as the name suggests, artificial and fundamentally different to human intelligence. Yet often the goal of AI is to fake human intelligence. This deceit has been there from the very beginning. We’ve been trying to fake it since Alan Turing answered the question ‘Can machines think?’ by proposing that machines pretend to be humans. Now we are starting to build AI that truly deceives us. Powerful AIs such as ChatGPT can convince us they are intelligent and blur the distinction between what is real and what is simulated.

No longer an uncertain technology of the distant future, artificial intelligence is starting to shape every aspect of our daily lives, from how we think to who we love. In this urgent polemic, leading barrister Susie Alegre explores the ways in which artificial intelligence threatens our fundamental human rights—including the rights to life, liberty and fair trial; the right to private and family life; and the right to free expression—and how we protect those rights.

🌟 UpSkilling: The Secret Sauce for Success in a Changing Economy 🌟 In a world where industries are evolving faster than you can say “AI,” the key to thriving is learning. Whether you're a business leader looking to future-proof your workforce or an ambitious professional aiming for the next big promotion, upskilling isn’t just an option—it’s your secret weapon. With a blend of wit, wisdom, and practical advice, this book is your ultimate guide to mastering the art of upskilling in the face of today’s challenges: 💼 Why it matters—for staying relevant and winning in ...

In an era where artificial intelligence is no longer a distant possibility but a tangible, shaping force of our everyday lives, The Human Manifesto stands as a pivotal exploration into the future of Human identity, autonomy, and governance in the wake of advancing AI. This book, ambitious in scope and depth, invites listeners on a profound intellectual journey, questioning the essence of Human free will against the backdrop of technology's relentless march.

Welcome to Scientific Breakthroughs, Volume 1! This book delves into the top 25 scientific breakthroughs of the 1980s and 1990s that have changed the way we think about the world and have had a profound impact on our lives. This book is a journey through the scientific discoveries, highlighting how these breakthroughs have changed our lives for the better and exploring the ethical and societal implications that came along with them. This book will take you through the scientific details of these breakthroughs and explore the ways in which they have changed our understanding of the world. ...

During a precarious time, a man awakens to a suffocating reality. Humanity had lost its domination of the earth and human society was starting to disappear. A benevolent technology with intelligence had become the caretaker of the world along with all life forms. The face of the intelligent technology was the robots, who for the most part, had taken on human form as they integrated into the human world. Humans were initially apprehensive and frightened by the robots, but slowly they began to accept them into their world. The robots and technology behind them took care of everything. People ...

Financial intelligence is critical for HR professionals if they want to make informed decisions about allocating resources and budget. By understanding financial data, HR professionals can more effectively manage the financial health of their organizations. This audiobook will teach HR professionals and personnel about financial intelligence and how they can apply this knowledge to the success of their company. This comprehensive guide provides a wealth of knowledge and expert insights covering everything from financial statements to tips for creating a financial intelligence team.

We did it! We combined both Volume 1 and 2 of the Scientific Breakthroughs series into one book! And so, this book delves into the top 50 scientific breakthroughs from 1980 to 2022 that have changed the way we think about the world and have had a profound impact on our lives. This book is a journey through the scientific discoveries, highlighting how these breakthroughs have changed our lives for the better and exploring the ethical and societal implications that came along with them. This book will take you through the scientific details of these breakthroughs and explore the ways in which...

Once relegated to the fringes of society, transhumanism (the use of technology to enhance human intellectual and physical capability) is now poised to enter our cultural mainstream. It has found adherents in Silicon Valley billionaires Ray Kurzweil and Peter Diamandis. Google has entered the picture, establishing a bio-tech subsidiary aimed at solving the problem of aging. In To Be a Machine, journalist Mark O'Connell takes a headlong dive into this burgeoning movement.

A new approach to the challenges surrounding artificial intelligence that argues for assessing AI actions as if they came from a human being.

If you want to learn about the internet of things, then pay attention.... You were just woken up in the middle of the night by smart light bulbs in your house blasting at full power for no reason. Your bleary-eyed investigation shows they tried to download a firmware update and failed. At that moment, Alexa starts quietly whispering sweet nonsense to herself in the corner and Roomba starts slamming into the nearest wall. What do you do? Is your house haunted or have the machines finally started an uprising? Neither - it’s just another day in the IoT wonderland.

Welcome to Humans and AI Coexistence, where the mysteries of artificial intelligence are unraveled and the potential for collaboration between humans and machines is explored. In today's rapidly evolving world, understanding the profound impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) isn't just beneficial—it's essential. Humans and AI Coexistence serves as your comprehensive manual for navigating the transformative landscape of AI with clarity and confidence.

Barack Obama campaigned on a promise of change from George W. Bush's "global war on terror". Yet from indefinite detention and drone strikes to surveillance and military tribunals, Obama ended up continuing - and in some cases expanding - many policies he inherited. What happened? In Power Wars, Charlie Savage looks inside the Obama administration's national security legal and policy team in a way that no one has before.

If you want to learn key AI concepts to get you quickly up to speed with all things AI, then pay attention...This audiobook covers everything from machine learning to robotics and the internet of things. 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. You will also learn a comprehensive history of AI, from the first invention of automations in antiquity to the driver-less cars of today.

En este libro, se le revelarán las formas de retirar las máscaras de las personas y observar de manera interrogativa a los individuos que se esconden debajo de ellas. A menudo nos encontramos fascinados con el arte de leer a las personas, probablemente impulsados por nuestro deseo y nuestra adicción al conocimiento. ¿Y qué puede ser más interesante y cautivador para la mente humana aparte de otra mente humana? Hay tantos tipos diferentes de personas, y cada individuo dentro de esas categorías actúa por sus propias razones únicas y motivaciones particulares.