The Intelligence Explosion
When AI Beats Humans at Everything
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The Intelligence Explosion
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Narrated by:
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James Barrat
About this listen
With the rapid rise of generative artificial intelligence, both existential fears and uncritical enthusiasm for AI systems have surged. In this era of unprecedented technological growth, understanding the profound impacts of AI—both positive and negative—is more crucial than ever. This program is read by the author.
In The Intelligence Explosion, James Barrat, a leading technology expert, equips listeners with the tools to navigate the complex and often chaotic landscape of modern AI. This compelling audiobook dives deep into the challenges posed by generative AI, exposing how tech companies have built systems that are both error-prone and impossible to fully interpret.
Through insightful interviews with AI pioneers, Barrat highlights the unstable trajectory of AI development, showcasing its potential for modest benefits and catastrophic consequences. Bold, eye-opening, and essential, The Intelligence Explosion is a must-listen for anyone grappling with the realities of the technological revolution.
A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin’s Press
Critic Reviews
"This thought-provoking introduction will add context for those seeking to understand AI’s darker potential. A gripping, unsettling critique of artificial intelligence carries a stark warning: control or be controlled."
- Kirkus Reviews
"Will the upcoming intelligence explosion be the best or worst thing ever to happen to humanity, and how can we tip the balance? This riveting page-turner by a seasoned tech journalist is packed with exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, and masterfully elucidates the double-edged potential of humanity's greatest gamble." - Dr. Max Tegmark, author of Life 3.0 and Our Mathematical Universe
"AGI maybe years or even decades (and not just months) away, but James Barrat is right; we are not prepared. And as Barrat says here, in The Intelligence Explosion, 'generative AI carries risks that are unlike anything we’ve faced before.' The time to act is now." - Dr. Gary Marcus, NYU Professor Emeritus, and author of Taming Silicon Valley