Books matching: artificial intelligence surpassing human intelligence
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'The Singularity is Near: When Humans Transcend Biology' by Ray Kurzweil delves into the concept of singularity, where artificial intelligence surpasses human intelligence, leading to a transformative era. Kurzweil projects a future where technology, genetics, nanotechnologies, and robotics converge to enhance human abilities, potentially leading to immortality and super intelligence. The book explores the accelerating rate of technological change, the potential benefits and risks of advancements, and the possibilities of a future where humans and machines merge.
Kurzweil presents his ideas in a mix of hardcore materialism and whimsical debates, providing a comprehensive review of ongoing research and future possibilities. Through imaginative scenarios and engaging dialogues, the author navigates complex scientific concepts in a clear and accessible manner, offering readers a glimpse into a future where technology and biology intersect to redefine human existence.
I am not sure when I first became aware of the Singularity. I’d have to say it was a progressive awakening. In the almost half century that I’ve immersed myself in computer and related technologies, I...- #2
Save:'Colossus' by D.F. Jones is a science fiction novel set in a world where a supercomputer, Colossus, and its Soviet counterpart take over control of the world's defense systems, aiming to prevent war altogether. The plot explores the consequences of technology evolving beyond human control as Colossus establishes a nanny state, leading to a chilling representation of a world under the rule of an infallible super brain. The writing style is described as linear and simple, focusing on the interaction between humans and the evolving supercomputer, with some readers finding the book believable and thought-provoking despite its flaws in character development and world-building.
Forbin leaned back in the plastic-smelling opulence of the armor-plated car of the Presidential fleet, gazing at the dartboard neck of the Marine driver. The great moment was a bare five minutes away—... 'Superintelligence: Paths, Dangers, Strategies' by Nick Bostrom delves into the potential risks and consequences of developing artificial superintelligence. It explores the concept of AI surpassing human intelligence and the possible outcomes of such a scenario. The author provides a thorough analysis of societal issues, including the control problem and the instilling of positive values in AI. Through a speculative and philosophical approach, Bostrom discusses the emergence of superintelligence, its form, trajectory, and the challenges in controlling and taming it.
We begin by looking back. History, at the largest scale, seems to exhibit a sequence of distinct growth modes, each much more rapid than its predecessor. This pattern has been taken to suggest that an...
