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Possible Minds: Twenty-Five Ways of Looking at AI

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“Book Synopsis: Science world luminary John Brockman assembles twenty-five of the most important scientific minds, people who have been thinking about the field artificial intelligence for most of their careers, for an unparalleled round-table examination about mind, thinking, intelligence and what it means to be human.”

“Artificial intelligence is today’s story–the story behind all other stories. It is the Second Coming and the Apocalypse at the same time: Good AI versus evil AI.” –John Brockman

More than sixty years ago, mathematician-philosopher Norbert Wiener published a book on the place of machines in society that ended with a warning: “we shall never receive the right answers to our questions unless we ask the right questions.... The hour is very late, and the choice of good and evil knocks at our door.” In the wake of advances in unsupervised, self-improving machine learning, a small but influential community of thinkers is considering Wiener’s words again. In Possible Minds, John Brockman gathers their disparate visions of where AI might be taking us.

The fruit of the long history of Brockman’s profound engagement with the most important scientific minds who have been thinking about AI–from Alison Gopnik and David Deutsch to Frank Wilczek and Stephen Wolfram–Possible Minds is an ideal introduction to the landscape of crucial issues AI presents. The collision between opposing perspectives is salutary and exhilarating; some of these figures, such as computer scientist Stuart Russell, Skype co-founder Jaan Tallinn, and physicist Max Tegmark, are deeply concerned with the threat of AI, including the existential one, while others, notably robotics entrepreneur Rodney Brooks, philosopher Daniel Dennett, and bestselling author Steven Pinker, have a very different view. Serious, searching and authoritative, Possible Minds lays out the intellectual landscape of one of the most important topics of our time.”

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Discover the future of artificial intelligence and the profound impact it will have on society with Possible Minds: Twenty-Five Ways of Looking at AI. Written by renowned science luminary John Brockman, this extraordinary book gathers the thoughts of twenty-five influential scientific minds who have been pondering the complexities of AI throughout their careers.

Get ready to delve into a round-table examination of mind, thinking, intelligence, and what it truly means to be human. With remarkable insights from brilliant thinkers like Alison Gopnik, David Deutsch, Frank Wilczek, and Stephen Wolfram, Possible Minds will captivate your imagination and unveil a captivating landscape of AI's possibilities.

As forces of unsupervised, self-improving machine learning push the boundaries of AI, now is the hour to ponder the right questions. Norbert Wiener, a visionary mathematician-philosopher, warned us a long time ago that we need to ask the right questions in order to receive the right answers. The time has come to make choices that could ultimately shape the course of human existence. Don't miss out on the chance to be part of this intellectual revolution.

Whether you are an AI enthusiast or just starting to explore its vast potential, Possible Minds is the go-to resource that presents divergent perspectives on the future of AI. From Stuart Russell's concerns about existential threats to Rodney Brooks' contrasting views on robotics, this book confronts the critical issues head-on. Let it challenge your perceptions and ignite your curiosity.

Possible Minds is not just another book on AI; it's an authoritative exploration of the intellectual landscape surrounding this pivotal topic. With the collision of opposing viewpoints, you'll be enthralled by the provocative discussions between visionaries like Jaan Tallinn, Daniel Dennett, and Steven Pinker. Get ready to embark on an exhilarating journey that will shape your understanding of the world we live in.

Unlock the secrets of AI's potential and become part of a generation that shapes the future. Immerse yourself in the brilliant minds of our time by getting your copy of Possible Minds today.

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