AI Explained: Facts, Fiction, and Future

by Nigel Poulton

Written by a human, for humans.

Discover the incredible impact of AI with this must-read guide from best-selling author Nigel Poulton. From revolutionising our daily lives to shaping global politics, global economies, national security, and even sports, AI is changing the world in ways we never thought possible. But beware - with great power comes great responsibility, and this book doesn't shy away from the ethical dilemmas, risks, and potential threats of AI.

Learn the truth about AIs and how we create themUncover the potential for positive change in areas such as education, healthcare, transportation, and even sportsGain insights into the latest developments in AI, including ChatGPT, deepfakes, bias, consciousness, and ethicsUnderstand the challenges surrounding AI consciousness and self-awarenessConsider the dangers of AIs falling into the wrong hands or AIs going rogueExplore real-world examples and draw your own conclusions about the impact of AI on our economy, local and global politics, national security, and the climateIf you're intrigued about AI and want to understand its incredible potential, this book is a game-changer. It reads like a novel but is packed with facts and insights, delivering a thought-provoking exploration of AI that will challenge the way you think about technology and its impact on our daily lives and the future of humanity.

Once you pick it up, you won't want to put it down!

Genres: Artificial Intelligence

98 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 18, 2024

Reviews

[Donna · Rating 3 out of 5]

Accessible, but very basic

[Fedel Palmero · Rating 5 out of 5]

✅ A surprisingly great book. Very short and sharp summary of some fascinating AI themes and dilemmas.

✅ Insight into the various types of AI (ANI, AGI, ASI) alongside where systems are currently at, what is required to sustain, capitalistic agenda that ignores initial climate supporting intentions, current criminal actions using the systems etc

✅ Unpacking the moral and ethical issues involving AI posed some really good questions. Ie: if developing a super intelligence that is able to rationally think for itself and exist independently, is it morally right to cage and enslave that “thing” to serve our needs only. Created a interesting “Frankenstein’s monster’ scenario.

[Fernando · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well done summary of what AI is today, where we stand in terms of technology to support narrow AI, General AI, and Super AI. Nigel Poulton does a good job in popularizing a subject that could be hard to fully grasp; his explanations are simple to understand, thought-provoking, and allow us to focus on what's under the hood of popular APPs that we use eveyday, like ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and other AI applications that we are not even aware that we are using.

[Andrea L. Walker · Rating 5 out of 5]

A good overview of AI and its applications which will be possible now and in the future. It covers the good, the bad, and the ugly of it. I feel like I am in a better position to understand and in layman’s terms discuss what AI is and how it will possibly affect the world. The book was an easy read and a general overview which is all I desired.

[Pavan · Rating 5 out of 5]

wonderful overview of AI or laymen

The book is great. It covers very high level concepts and also the good and bad of AI. Great book for starters.

[Sophia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Straight to the point and a great overview of AI where it is at and where it is heading. Poulton lays everything out in an easily comprehensible manor which led to an enjoyable quick read.

[Bert Dreifuss · Rating 3 out of 5]

The first 2/3 is very informative in a " for Dummies" way. The ethical and sxi fi speculation in the last third beings The rating down to a 3.

[Jim Cunningham · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent overview of a very complex topic.

[Razvan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Although, it's not a technical book, it lays down key principals of AI and what are the gains and conserns of AI superinteligence.
A nice and easy read to navigate on what's coming on AI field.