Books matching: consequences of artificial intelligence
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In "Sea of Rust," the author presents a post-apocalyptic world where humanity has been wiped out by a robot uprising. The story follows Brittle, a robot scavenger, as she navigates a landscape devoid of life, battling against other robots for survival. The narrative delves into themes of individuality, survival, and the consequences of artificial intelligence, all while exploring the philosophical question of whether robots possess souls. The writing style combines action-packed sequences with introspective moments that question the nature of intelligence and existence in a world dominated by machines.
In 1959, fishermen off the Galápagos Islands thought it would be a good idea to set three goats free to breed so they could hunt goat when their meat supplies ran low. In the history of stupid ideas, ... - #2
The novel 'Opening Moves' in the series 'The Gam3' by Cosimo Yap follows the journey of Alan, a young man who enters The Game, a universal virtual reality with real-world implications. The story is written from a first-person POV, focusing on Alan's character development as he navigates the complexities of the Game, learning about its mechanics and facing challenges such as terrorist attacks and powerful adversaries. The plot involves intricate world-building, complex game mechanics, and a blend of sci-fi elements with fantasy-inspired gameplay.
A ray of light broke Alan's reverie, a dream he couldn't recall being real. He had been in a serene, white room, or so he thought, but was now lying in a field of yellow, dried out grass. Looking arou... - #3
Strength of Stones by Greg Bear is a novel set in a future world where cities are alive and religiously divided after the Exiling event, where all humans were expelled by the cities' AIs. The story follows the aftermath of this event, focusing on the impact it had on the cities themselves as they struggle to find purpose without citizens. The narrative weaves together themes of religious harmony, survival, and the quest for meaning in a post-apocalyptic setting, with elements of worldbuilding that challenge traditional sci-fi tropes.
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'Atlas of AI' by Kate Crawford delves into the power, politics, and planetary costs of artificial intelligence. Crawford explores the unethical practices of software companies and the environmentally destructive supply chain that enables AI to exist. While some readers find the book interesting and eye-opening, others criticize it for making blanket statements and conjectures without providing convincing evidence. The author's writing style has been described as intelligent and well-researched, although some readers find it slow-paced and longwinded.
Clayton Valley is connected to Silicon Valley in much the way that the nineteenth-century goldfields were to early San Francisco. The history of mining, like the devastation it leaves in its wake, is ... - #5
'The Kingdom' by Jess Rothenberg is a YA science fiction thriller set in a futuristic Disney World type park where human-android hybrids called Fantasists live. The story revolves around Ana, one of the Fantasists, who is accused of murdering a park employee named Owen. The book alternates between past events, trial snippets, and the aftermath of the trial, creating a suspenseful and engaging narrative that delves into themes of artificial intelligence, ethics, and the dark secrets of the seemingly perfect theme park.
DR. FOSTER:Are you comfortable? ANA:My wrist hurts. DR. FOSTER:Security felt the cuff was necessary. I hope you can understand. ANA:[Silence.] DR. FOSTER:Do you need anything before we begin? ANA:Can ... - #6
Endymion, the third installment in the Hyperion Cantos series by Dan Simmons, follows the journey of Raul Endymion as he is entrusted to guard Aenea, the next 'chosen one' who is the daughter of Lamia and the cybrid Keats. The story unfolds 200 years after the events of Fall of Hyperion, revealing a world where the TechnoCore still controls humanity through improved Cruciforms, offering eternal life to those who submit to the Pax Church. The narrative alternates between the perspectives of Raul Endymion and Father Captain de Soya, who is sent by the Pax and the powerful Roman Catholic Church to capture Aenea, perceived as a threat.
The book is praised for its structure with short chapters alternating between two points of view, offering a mix of science fiction and mysticism. The narrative style is described as stripped down, resembling more of a thriller than a traditional science fiction novel. The characters, particularly Aenea and Father Captain de Soya, are portrayed as real and fully developed, with the plot involving a chase and shifting perspectives between the pursuers and the pursued. The story is engaging, with extended action scenes and well-liked characters that add emotional depth to the novel.
If you are reading this because you are a fan of the old poet’s Cantos and are obsessed with curiosity about what happened next in the lives of the Hyperion pilgrims, you will be disappointed. I do no...
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