Path to Singularity: How Technology Will Challenge the Future of Humanity - Hardcover
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Path to Singularity: How Technology Will Challenge the Future of Humanity - Hardcover
$32.95
by J. Craig Wheeler (Author), Neil Degrasse Tyson (Foreword by)
In a rapidly changing world, are we on the brink of creating technology that outpaces our ability to control it?
Astrophysicist J. Craig Wheeler, former president of the American Astronomical Society, takes a critical look at the technological advances shaping our future. From artificial intelligence to genetic engineering, Wheeler explores how these innovations are interconnected and the potential they hold for humanity's evolution. He warns of a future where autonomous machines outsmart us and genetic modifications challenge our very essence. With thought-provoking insights into the ethical dilemmas we face, Wheeler stresses the importance of staying informed and proactive. Key Questions Raised by Wheeler:- Will there be jobs for those willing to work in a future dominated by automation?
- How might social media companies manipulate our decisions, potentially stripping us of free will?
- Could AI influence or even dictate our voting behaviors?
- If widespread mental connectivity becomes a reality, could we see the emergence of a collective consciousness that erases individuality?
- Have we exhausted Earth's resources, and is population control necessary?
- What implications arise if we solve aging? How will society adapt to the challenges of perpetual youth?
- What are the realistic prospects of migrating to space as Earth becomes increasingly inhospitable?
Author Biography
John Craig Wheeler is an American astronomer. He is the Samuel T. and Fern Yanagisawa Regents Professor of Astronomy at the University of Texas at Austin. He is known for his research on supernovae. He is a past president of the American Astronomical Society, a Fellow of that society, and a Fellow of the American Physical Society. He was one of the original signatures of the infamous letter calling for a temporary pause of work on AI in March, 2023. Over a thousand leader in tech signed this letter including Elon Musk.
Number of Pages: 384
Dimensions: 1.1 x 9.1 x 6.3 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: November 19, 2024
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