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The intelligence explosion : when AI beats humans at everything

Barrat, James (author.).

Summary: With the rapid rise of generative artificial intelligence, both existential fears and uncritical enthusiasm for AI systems have surged. In this era of unprecedented technological growth, understanding the profound impacts of AI - both positive and negative - is more crucial than ever. In The Intelligence Explosion, James Barrat, a leading technology expert, equips readers with the tools to navigate the complex and often chaotic landscape of modern AI. This compelling book dives deep into the challenges posed by generative AI, exposing how tech companies have built systems that are both error-prone and impossible to fully interpret. Through insightful interviews with AI pioneers, Barrat highlights the unstable trajectory of AI development, showcasing its potential for modest benefits and catastrophic consequences. Bold, eye-opening, and essential, The Intelligence Explosion is a must-read for anyone grappling with the realities of the technological revolution.

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  • ISBN: 9781250355027
  • ISBN: 1250355028
  • Physical Description: print
    viii, 327 pages ; 22 cm
  • Edition: First edition.
  • Publisher: New York : St. Martin's Press, 2025.

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Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references (pages 271-307) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:
Prologue -- What's the worst that could happen? -- The worst gets worser -- Under the hood, part 1-always look on the bright side of life -- Under the hood, part 2-unreliable, unpredictable, and illegal -- Generative AI on trial -- The intelligence explosion, part 1-lighting the fuse -- The intelligence explosion, part 2-two roads to ignition -- The intelligence explosion, part 3-countdown -- The alignment problem -- Hop in, losers, we're going losing! -- Boom or bust? -- The magnificent several -- How will you spend your money when you're dead? -- Epilogue -- Notes -- Index.

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Artificial intelligence Forecasting
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