by Jule Owen | Apr 11, 2023 | AGI, AI, Artificial General Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence, Book review, Human machine, Humanoid, Humaoid, Singularity, Technology
In “Intelligence Unbound: The Future of Uploaded and Machine Minds,” Russell Blackford and Damien Broderick provide an in-depth exploration of the fascinating and controversial possibilities of artificial intelligence (AI) and mind uploading. This...
by Jule Owen | Mar 30, 2023 | Architecture, Biography, Book review, Buildings, Futures thinking, Futurism, Optimism, Philanthropy, Utopia
Jonathon Keats’ “You Belong to the Universe: Buckminster Fuller and the Future” is an insightful exploration into the life, ideas, and legacy of one of the 20th century’s most visionary thinkers, R. Buckminster Fuller. Known for his pioneering work in...
by Jule Owen | Mar 19, 2023 | Autonomous weapons, Book review, Drone warfare, Robots, Robots in warfare, Warfare
Wired for War: The Robotics Revolution and Conflict in the 21st Century by P.W. Singer is a compelling exploration of the evolving landscape of warfare in the 21st century, driven by advancements in robotics and technology. Published in 2009, this book has become a...
by Jule Owen | Mar 18, 2023 | Book review, Education, Future of eductation
In “Postformal Education: A Philosophy for Complex Futures,” part of the Critical Studies of Education series, the authors present a compelling and forward-thinking approach to education in an increasingly complex and unpredictable world. This book...
by Jule Owen | Mar 13, 2023 | Artificial Intelligence, Book review, Digital identity, Human machine, Humaoid, Metaverse, Singularity
In “Virtually Human,” Ed Brooks and Pete Nicholas delve into the complex and rapidly evolving world of digital identity, exploring the ethical, social, and personal implications of our increasingly digital lives. The book presents a thought-provoking...
by Jule Owen | Feb 18, 2023 | AI, Artificial Intelligence, Book review, Technology
Stuart Armstrong’s “Smarter Than Us: The Rise of Machine Intelligence” provides an insightful exploration into the future of artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential implications for humanity. Below is a summary of the key points discussed in...