Artificial Intelligence (WIRED guides): How Machine Learning Will Shape the Next Decade

by Matthew Burgess, Wired

The past decade has witnessed extraordinary advances in artificial intelligence. But what precisely is it and where does its future lie?

In this brilliant, one-stop guide WIRED journalist Matt Burgess explains everything you need to know about AI. He describes how it works. He looks at the ways in which it has already brought us everything from voice recognition software to self-driving cars, and explores its potential for further revolutionary change in almost every area of our daily lives. He examines the darker side of machine its susceptibility to hacking; its tendency to discriminate against particular groups; and its potential misuse by governments. And he addresses the fundamental can machines become as intelligent as human beings?

Genres: Artificial Intelligence, Nonfiction

208 pages, Paperback

Published March 25, 2021

Reviews

[Florin Pitea · Rating 3 out of 5]

Concise, clear and informative. Recommended.

[Daryl Feehely · Rating 4 out of 5]

Starting off with a well rounded shot of history, this book dives straight into a very practical account of the current applications of AI. It covers how the technology is being used for the benefit of business and society alike, and sometimes not, before addressing the very real issues of governance, regulation, and accountability. The book finishes by framing a pragmatic view on the future of artificial intelligence as being rooted in how we shape the ethical use of the technology in the present.

A short but informative read that succinctly extracts and analyses the themes from a topic that is constantly moving.

[Clare Russell · Rating 2 out of 5]

An accessible introduction to the topic which reads like a long Wired article. Good for basic knowledge but Hannah Fry’s Hello World gets under the skin of these complex issues more sensitively.

[Sambasivan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short but seminal. Must read for every human. Before being overtaken by the machines.

[S Ravishankar · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very good analysis of current situation of AI and machine learning that addresses all aspects - technology, culture changes required, training of machines, challenges faced and expectations around AGI. Must read for anyone remotely interested in AI.

[Jay Best · Rating 4 out of 5]

Awesome overview of AI and machine learning.

Covers a hell of a lot of the ethical parts that I hadn't thought of or been aware of.

* 3 hours audiobook via Libby, listened at x3

[Alexandros Zenonos · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very nice high level overview of what is AI, applications and potential issues and concerns about it.

[Dr. Tathagat Varma · Rating 2 out of 5]

A rather basic intro to what's already happened in the world of AI. IF you are new to the field, good read for a basic intro, but skip it otherwise.

[Andrew P. Mac · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very useful and concise introduction to AI.

[Xiaodong · Rating 4 out of 5]

short but informative. it gives a comprehensive view on AI, not only for advertising the power of AI, also for raising concerns and discussion on the issues of AI.

[Moha · Rating 3 out of 5]

A simple big picture of today's AI applications without any depth-- useful if you have absolutely no idea what AI is!

[Mohammad Alhudaib · Rating 3 out of 5]

Mostly raising the challenges and concerns about AI now and in the future.

[Graeme Johnson · Rating 4 out of 5]

A succinct book on unintended consequences happen with flawed data to build AI, when users with unique traits and their data should be considered in the build of AI products.