Computers & Technology

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Sapiens comes the groundbreaking story of how information networks have made, and unmade, our world.

When Elon Musk was a kid in South Africa, he was regularly beaten by bullies. One day a group pushed him down some concrete steps and kicked him until his face was a swollen ball of flesh.

The difference between growing your business and going out of business is your ability to think strategically. The problem is, most leaders are stuck in the operational weeds, struggling to find the time to make better strategic decisions. This challenge is only heightened by the rise of AI.

We are approaching a critical threshold in the history of our species. Everything is about to change. Soon you will live surrounded by AIs. They will organize your life, operate your business, and run core government services.

From Wharton professor and author of the popular One Useful Thing Substack newsletter Ethan Mollick comes the definitive playbook for working, learning, and living in the new age of AI....

Nvidia is as valuable as Apple and Microsoft. It has shaped the world as we know it. But its story is little known. This is the definitive story of the greatest technology company of our times.

Emily M. Bender and Alex Hanna take a look at the technologies sold as artificial intelligence, the drawbacks and pitfalls of technology sold under this banner, and why it’s crucial to recognize the many ways in which AI hype covers for a small set of power-hungry actors at work and in the world.

From finding a spouse to finding a parking spot, from organizing one's inbox to understanding the workings of human memory, Algorithms to Live By transforms the wisdom of computer science into strategies for human living....

New York Times bestselling author and MSNBC and podcast host Chris Hayes offers a powerful wide-angle reckoning with how the assault from attention capitalism on our minds and our hearts has reordered our politics and the very fabric of our society

From one of tech’s boldest thinkers and his longtime deputy and advisor, a sweeping indictment of Silicon Valley, showing how the West has slid into a culture of complacency, even as we enter a new era of mounting global threats.

Computer scientists Arvind Narayanan and Sayash Kapoor reveal what you need to know about AI—and how to defend yourself against bogus AI claims and products.

Our society has a technology problem. Many want to disconnect from screens but can't help themselves....

John Strausbaugh takes us behind the Iron Curtain in this witty, deeply researched history of the surprisingly ramshackle Soviet space program, and how its success was more spin than science....

From a brilliant longtime AI insider with intimate access to the world of Sam Altman's OpenAI from the beginning, an eye-opening account of arguably the most fateful tech arms race in history, reshaping the planet in real time, from the cockpit of the company that is driving the frenzy.

The noted inventor and futurist's successor to his landmark book The Singularity Is Near explores how technology will refashion the human race in the decades to come....

Author Martin Kleppmann helps you navigate the diverse data landscape by examining the pros and cons of various technologies for processing and storing data....

Broken Money explores the history of money through the lens of technology. Politics can affect things temporarily and locally, but technology is what drives things forward globally and permanently....

Bitcoin was promised to be a liberating technology, a free market alternative to state-controlled money. But that promise was broken after a small group of insiders took over the project and fundamentally changed Bitcoin's design.

The smartphones in our pockets and computers like brains. The vagaries of game theory and evolutionary biology. Nuclear weapons and self-replicating spacecrafts. All bear the fingerprints of one remarkable, yet largely overlooked, man: John von Neumann....

Using interviews, NASA oral histories, and recently declassified material, Into the Black pieces together the dramatic untold story of the Columbia mission....

This is a practical, non-technical guide for business leaders, entrepreneurs, and curious minds. This comprehensive guide on agentic AI cuts through the hype and offers a clear, jargon-free strategic roadmap to understanding and applying this technology.

From the New York Times bestselling author of Midnight in Chernobyl comes the definitive, dramatic, minute-by-minute story of the Challenger disaster, based on fascinating in-depth reporting and new archival research—a riveting history that flows like a thriller.

"CHATGPT BIBLE 6 Books in 1" is an all-encompassing manual that covers every aspect of utilizing ChatGPT in a professional setting. This book imparts the understanding necessary to harness the full potential of ChatGPT, thereby granting an unparalleled competitive advantage within your industry....

Minimalism is the art of knowing how much is just enough. Digital minimalism applies this idea to our personal technology. It's the key to living a focused life in a noisy world. Author Cal Newport introduces a philosophy for technology use that has already improved countless lives....

Upgrade your sales process by plugging into the new power of artificial intelligence. Anthony Iannarino and Jeb Blount, the world's most prolific sales book authors and trainers, have come together to transform how you navigate the sales process by helping you plug into artificial intelligence.

Is artificial intelligence going to take over the world? Have big tech scientists created an artificial lifeform that can think on its own? Is it going to put authors, artists, and others out of business? Are we about to enter an age where computers are better than humans at everything? The answer to these questions, linguist Emily M. Bender and sociologist Alex Hanna make clear, is “no,” “they wish,” “LOL,” and “definitely not.” This kind of thinking is a symptom of a phenomenon known as “AI hype.”

Tech billionaires have decided that they should determine our futures for us. According to Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Sam Altman, and more, the only good future for humanity is one powered by technology: trillions of humans living in space, functionally immortal, served by superintelligent AIs. In More Everything Forever, science writer Adam Becker investigates these wildly implausible and often profoundly immoral visions of tomorrow—and shows why, in reality, there is no good evidence that they will, or should, come to pass.

As an internet culture critic for The New York Times, Amanda Hess had built a reputation among readers as a sharp observer of the seductions and manipulations of online life. But when Hess discovered she was pregnant with her first child, she found herself unexpectedly rattled by a digital identity crisis of her own. In the summer of 2020, a routine ultrasound detected a mysterious abnormality in Hess’s baby. Without hesitation, she reached for her phone, looking for answers.

On the 40th anniversary of Neil Postman's prophetic book Amusing Ourselves to Death (1985), Scrolling Ourselves to Death gathers today's most incisive writers to think critically about the shaping power of contemporary technology. This book explores Postman's insights, connects them to the challenges facing Christians today, and turns difficult challenges into life-giving opportunities for the church. Stepping back from their screens, listeners will be equipped to live faithfully, and grow spiritually, in a "scrolling ourselves to death" world.

In How To Think About AI, Richard Susskind draws on his experience of working on AI since the early 1980s. For Susskind, balancing the benefits and threats of artificial intelligence is the defining challenge of our age. He explores the history of AI and possible scenarios for its future. His views on AI are not always conventional. He positions ChatGPT and generative AI as no more than the latest chapter in the ongoing story of AI and claims we are still at the foothills of developments.

In Transcend: Unlocking Humanity in the Age of AI, Faisal Hoque, one of the world’s leading management thinkers and technologists, and a bestselling author, provides listeners with the road maps they need to tackle the most important questions of our generation.

Imagine waking up to an inbox full of payments, your AI-powered businesses running on autopilot, and the financial freedom to live life on your terms. What if you could replace your 9-to-5 grind with a proven system that turns ChatGPT and AI into a 7-figure income stream? You’ve heard the success stories—people leveraging AI to automate businesses, generate content, sell digital products, and make passive income while they sleep. But here’s the truth: Only those with the right roadmap succeed.

Tap into the future of wealth creation with the power of ChatGPT and AI-driven automation, and unlock new ways to elevate your financial success beyond imagination…

Get a fascinating and disturbing look into how state and nonstate actors throughout the world use cyber attacks to gain military, political, and economic advantages. In the third edition of this book, cyber warfare researcher Jeffrey Caruso explores the latest advances in cyber espionage and warfare that have emerged on the battlefields of Ukraine and the Middle East.

Large language models (LLMs) are not just shaping the trajectory of AI, they're also unveiling a new era of security challenges. This practical book takes you straight to the heart of these threats. Author Steve Wilson, chief product officer at Exabeam, focuses exclusively on LLMs, eschewing generalized AI security to delve into the unique characteristics and vulnerabilities inherent in these models.

Moonshot Moments is a marriage of science, philosophy, history, and futurism. Bestselling author Milan Kordestani chronicles his journey to thrilling and unforeseen frontiers in our understanding of consciousness, the self, and humanity's cosmic destiny. His exploration moves beyond the growing anxiety over rapid AI development to offer a unifying, transhumanist vision for the future of humankind. He delves into the biohacking of human consciousness, exploring how, amid a world offering both suffering and joy, we can cultivate presence and discover meaning in our lives.

Welcome to AI Riches: Make Money with ChatGPT – How I Made $10K a Month Talking to a Robot (And How You Can Too) — your hilariously honest, eye-opening, and ridiculously useful guide to turning conversations with AI into cold, hard cash. This isn't one of those dry, dusty tech books written in a language that only PhDs and space engineers understand. Nope. This is the blueprint for normal humans—with zero tech skills—who want to build side hustles, launch digital empires, or just finally afford guac at Chipotle without flinching.

Conquer AI in just days, even if you've never written a single line of code. And the dirty little secret that no one wants you to know: You can ask AI, and it will write the code for you! Do you wonder how artificial intelligence can revolutionize your career or help you start a successful business? Do you feel overwhelmed by the complexity of AI and its jargon? Are you looking for a clear, practical guide to harness AI without feeling intimidated? You're not alone. Many professionals like you are eager to explore the world of AI, but find it difficult to know where to start.

Unlock the secrets to securing the future with "Security and Smart Contract Audits," the ultimate guide for navigating the complex world of blockchain security. As digital landscapes evolve, so do the threats that lurk within them. This comprehensive eBook demystifies the intricacies of smart contract security, providing invaluable insights for developers, tech enthusiasts, and business leaders alike. Begin your journey by understanding the foundational elements of blockchain security and the vital role smart contracts play in safeguarding digital transactions. Delve into the depths of ...

Personalized Customer Experience is a timely primer on the basics of personalization, and how it can be applied across channels. It includes emerging best practices on how AI is transforming the limits of personalized experiences and offers practical guidance eon how to establish a scalable personalization structure that fits your organization along with a clear, repeatable process that you can implement right away.

Gain the necessary knowledge, expertise, and hands-on practice to effectively incorporate React into your upcoming project through a dynamic and concise exploration of React's fundamental concepts. FeaturesPresenting a concise and easily accessible breakdown of essential React 18 functionalities for a quick and comprehensive understanding. Acquire a profound comprehension of critical React concepts through systematic derivations and step-by-step explanations.

Are you ready to transform your career and start earning with Python? Whether you're looking to land a tech job, freelance gigs, or create profitable side hustles, this practical audiobook is your fast track to Python success! Forget theoretical lectures and complex jargon - this guide focuses on real-world applications and money-making opportunities. Learn while you commute, exercise, or relax!

In Like, bestselling author and renowned strategist Martin Reeves and coauthor Bob Goodson—Silicon Valley veteran and participant in the invention of the like button—take listeners along on a fascinating quest to find out what's behind the world's friendliest icon. It's a story that starts out as simply as a thumbs-up cartoon but ends up presenting surprises and new mysteries at every turn, some of them as deep as anthropological history and others as speculative as the AI-charged future.

Unleash the power of meme coins with Meme Coin Mastery, your ultimate guide to riding the waves of this dynamic and entertaining facet of cryptocurrency. Dive into a world where digital culture meets cutting-edge technology, and discover how humor and community create financial phenomena. Start with a captivating introduction that demystifies meme coins and showcases the rise of icons like Dogecoin. Unlock the secrets of blockchain technology, the bedrock on which these coins thrive, with clear explanations tailored for both novices and experienced enthusiasts. Explore smart contracts, the ...

In Artificial Intelligence: The Age of Thinking Machines, TD. Barnes — intelligence veteran and acclaimed author of CIA Station D – Area 51 — delivers a sweeping and grounded exploration of the most consequential technology of our time. From Alan Turing’s first provocative question to the global race for AI dominance, this book traces the birth, rise, and real-world impact of intelligent machines. It reveals how AI is transforming medicine, warfare, business, and daily life — while raising urgent questions about bias, surveillance, misinformation, and control. With clarity and ...

Unlock the transformative power of AI and propel your business into the future—even if you're new to AI! Are you hesitant about integrating AI into your business, unsure of the right tools, or worried about staying competitive? This guide addresses your concerns, offering clear, actionable steps to harness AI's potential without disruption.

Boost productivity, save time, and make smarter decisions—no tech expertise required! Curious about artificial intelligence (AI) but unsure where to start? Practical AI for Beginners makes AI accessible, showing you how to integrate it seamlessly into your daily life.

Book Description: Tired of cloud confusion? Burned by billing? Haunted by the ghost of a forgotten VM? Welcome to Azure Ascension: From Portal Peasant to Cloud Commander—your no-fluff, no-nonsense, and no-snooze guide to conquering Microsoft Azure like a caffeinated cloud gladiator. This isn’t just another dry tech manual. This is Azure as told by Scott Markham, the IT author who dares to blend real-world expertise with actual personality. Whether you're a new admin trying not to break production, or a seasoned engineer wondering why your storage bill reads like a car payment—this ...

Leave Your Phone at the Door embraces the OFFLINE philosophy, which is a celebration of the much-underrated virtues of randomness and serendipity. Whether sharing stories of unexpected encounters, alarming behavioral trends or the joys of quiet and contemplation, Howard Lewis encourages us to adopt an open mind and a generosity of spirit whenever we are confronted by the unfamiliar or surprising or different.

Before the rise of the World Wide Web and high-speed internet, a different online world existed. In the 1980s and early 1990s, services like CompuServe, Prodigy, and America Online (AOL) offered a first taste of digital connectivity to millions of Americans. Before the Web: The Rise and Fall of America's Dial-Up Empires takes you back to this fascinating era, exploring the technology, the companies, and the culture of those early online communities. Discover the screeching tones of dial-up modems, the allure of chat rooms and early email, and the innovation that paved the way for the ...