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    Super-Cannes by J.G. Ballard
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    Super-Cannes by J.G. Ballard is a dystopian novel set in a futuristic office park called Eden Olympia in the South of France, where the competitive drive of individuals in large corporations leads to organized violence, sexual indulgence, and random killings. The protagonist, Paul Sinclair, uncovers the bizarre happenings orchestrated by a rogue psychiatrist named Wilder Penrose, shedding light on the darker sides of human nature and exploring themes of psychopathy, sexuality, and violence in a surreal and prophetic manner.

    THE FIRST PERSON I met at Eden-Olympia was a psychiatrist, and in many ways it seems only too apt that my guide to this ‘intelligent’ city in the hills above Cannes should have been a specialist in me...

  2. 'The Daily You: How the New Advertising Industry Is Defining Your Identity and Your Worth' by Joseph Turow delves into the world of online advertising, focusing on how data is used to create individual profiles and evaluations. Turow presents a detailed analysis of the online advertising industry, highlighting the impact of personalized targeting on individuals' privacy and social discrimination. Through clear language and well-documented facts, the book educates readers on the current state of online marketing while speculating on the future implications of data practices. Turow argues that the industry is creating a digital caste system, imposing reputation silos on consumers without their knowledge or consent.

    During the early days of the Web the pattern was set for advertisers to turn profiles of Web visitors into decisions about their marketing value—in other words, their reputation. Nicholas Negroponte m...

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    Moxyland by Lauren Beukes
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    In 'Moxyland' by Lauren Beukes, readers are introduced to a near future South Africa where a society heavily reliant on technology is controlled by a merging of the security state and corporate entities. The story follows four young individuals navigating this dystopian world where access to everything is linked to their phones, and disobedience can lead to severe legal consequences. As the characters deal with constant surveillance, extreme body modifications, and corporate sponsorship, they are forced to confront the harsh realities of their environment while attempting to pursue their own goals and ideals.

    The narrative in 'Moxyland' is structured around the intertwining perspectives of the main characters, each with their own motivations and struggles against the oppressive system they live in. Lauren Beukes presents a chillingly realistic portrayal of a future where technology divides society into distinct classes, raising thought-provoking questions about power, privacy, and the impact of corporate control on individual lives. Through elements of cyberpunk storytelling and dystopian world-building, the novel explores themes of activism, rebellion, and the consequences of living in a tech-centric society.

    The corporate line shushes through the tunnels on a skin of seawater, overflow from the tide drives put to practical use in the clanking watery bowels of Cape Town – like all the effluent in this city...

  4. 'Data and Goliath: The Hidden Battles to Collect Your Data and Control Your World' by Bruce Schneier delves into the intricate world of data collection, surveillance, and privacy in the digital age. Through meticulous research and real-world examples, Schneier explores the impact of technology and politics on personal privacy, security, and freedom. The author discusses the negative effects of mass surveillance, the threats posed by data mining techniques, and the importance of privacy as a fundamental human right that is increasingly under threat in today's interconnected world.

    Schneier also provides insights into the implications of corporate and governmental surveillance for individual privacy and societal norms. highlights the challenges faced by individuals in safeguarding their personal information and offers suggestions on how to navigate the complex landscape of data collection and surveillance. Overall, 'Data and Goliath' presents a comprehensive overview of the contemporary challenges to privacy and security, urging readers to critically examine the trade-offs between convenience and data privacy in the digital era.

    Computers constantly produce data. It’s their input and output, but it’s also a by-product of everything they do. In the normal course of their operations, computers continuously document what they’re...

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    After Atlas
    Book 2 in the series:Planetfall

    After Atlas - Planetfall by Emma Newman
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    After Atlas is a sci-fi murder mystery novel set on Earth, forty years after the starship Atlas left with humanity's brightest minds. The story follows detective Carlos Moreno as he investigates the gruesome murder of a cult leader, a case that intertwines with his personal history. The book delves into a dystopian cyberpunk world ruled by powerful government corporations, exploring themes of injustice, inequality, and the impact of advanced technology on society. The narrative is described as a hard-boiled detective story with a high-tech twist, featuring a complex protagonist and a suspenseful plot that keeps readers engaged until the surprising and impactful ending.

    IT’S TIMES LIKE these, when I’m hunkered in a doorway, waiting for a food market of dubious legality to be set up, that I find myself wishing I could eat like everyone else. I watch them scurry past, ...

    (Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Planetfall )

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    The Girl in the Spider's Web - Millennium by David Lagercrantz
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    "The Girl in the Spider's Web" by David Lagercrantz is a continuation of Stieg Larsson's Millennium series, focusing on the characters Lisbeth Salander and Mikael Blomkvist. The plot involves cybercrime, hackers, and violence, keeping the fans of the original trilogy engaged. The story includes new characters like August, an autistic Savant, who collaborates with Lisbeth Salander. Despite some criticisms about the lack of direct interaction between the main characters and the intricacies of new relationships, readers anticipate future sequels in the series.

    He had hardly attempted to shoulder the role of father before and he did not feel comfortable with the task now that his son was eight. But it was his duty, that was how he saw it. The boy was having ...

    (Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Millennium )

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    The Warehouse by Rob Hart
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    'The Warehouse' by Rob Hart is a near-future dystopian novel that explores a world where a powerful corporation called The Cloud dominates worldwide commerce and industry. Employees live and work in company facilities where everything they need is provided, but at the cost of their freedom and privacy. The story follows characters like Zinnia, a corporate spy, and Paxton, a former prison guard who becomes entangled in a web of espionage and rebellion against The Cloud. The writing style is fast-paced, engaging, and thought-provoking, painting a vivid picture of a society controlled by a mega-corporation.

    I don’t have time to write a book about my life, like everyone has been telling me I should, so this’ll have to do. A blog seems pretty fitting, doesn’t it? I haven’t been sleeping much lately, so thi...

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    Sycamore
    Book 1 in the series:Sycamore

    Sycamore - Sycamore by Craig A. Falconer
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    In the book 'Sycamore' by Craig A. Falconer, Kurt Jacobs invents a microchip called the seed that is implantable in the left hand and works in conjunction with augmented reality contact lenses created by Sycamore, a global conglomerate. The lenses record everything in the user's field of vision, leading to a cashless society where all memories can be accessed at any time. As technology advances rapidly, Kurt realizes the sinister workings of Sycamore and the compulsory implant program. The story unfolds as Kurt grapples with the consequences of his invention and the control exerted by a dominant corporation over society's minds and hearts.

    Kurt’s mental rehearsal was interrupted by a downpour so well-timed that it could only have been sent to test him. He was just five minutes into his journey and there was a long way to go; Randy’s hou...

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    The Every by Dave Eggers
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    The Every by Dave Eggers is a thought-provoking novel that delves into the invasive nature of technology and social media platforms like Google, Apple, Amazon, and Facebook merging to form 'The Every.' The story follows Delaney, an idealist who infiltrates the company to bring it down from within, revealing the potential consequences of extreme surveillance, manipulation, and loss of freedom in a near-future society. The writing style is engaging, with a mix of satire and dystopian elements that draw parallels to current technological trends and societal issues, creating a compelling narrative that challenges readers to question the impact of technology on humanity.

    DELANEY EMERGED from the dim subway and into a world of sterling light. The day was clear, and the sun struck the Bay’s numberless waves and threw golden sparks everywhere. Delaney turned away from th...

  10. Shoshana Zuboff's 'The Age of Surveillance Capitalism' delves into the dark realities of the digital world, exposing the intricate web of surveillance capitalism that feeds on every aspect of human experience. Zuboff meticulously explains how this new commercial project operates through asymmetries in knowledge, scraping and selling lives to fund the freedom of surveillance capitalists while subjugating individuals in the process. Despite some readers finding the writing style verbose and repetitive, the book provides a detailed, thought-provoking exploration of the challenges posed by the digital age, urging readers to awaken to the dangers and take action to reclaim the digital future as humanity's home.

    “Are we all going to be working for a smart machine, or will we have smart people around the machine?” The question was posed to me in 1981 by a young paper mill manager sometime between the fried cat...

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