Life 3.0
Life 3.0
Max Tegmark
Elon Musk
A compelling guide to the challenges and choices in our quest for a great future of life, intelligence and consciousness—on Earth and beyond. - Elon Musk
Keith Rabois
Best introduction to AI, accessible to sophisticated. Enjoyable to read. - Keith Rabois
Barack Obama
Barack Obama's favorite books of 2018 list.
Bill Gates
Anyone who wants to discuss how artificial intelligence is shaping the world should read this book. - Bill Gates
PewDiePie
It felt almost like reading a scifi. - PewDiePie
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Life 3.0

Life 3.0: Being Human in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

Max Tegmark
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Max Tegmark
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In "Life 3.0: Being Human in the Age of Artificial Intelligence," Max Tegmark, an esteemed MIT professor, embarks on a profound exploration into how the burgeoning power of AI might redefine the very fabric of human existence. With unparalleled insight, Tegmark navigates the reader through the maze of potential futures shaped by artificial intelligence. From the impacts on jobs, justice, and society to the existential questions of consciousness and our place in the universe, Tegmark leverages his deep expertise to illuminate the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. This book is not merely an academic discourse but a call to action, urging us to consider what kind of future we wish to create in this era of unprecedented technological revolution. Delving into scenarios that range from the uplifting to the apocalyptic, "Life 3.0" asks the hard questions: Will AI usher in an age of unparalleled human flourishing, or could it lead to the obsolescence of humanity itself? Tegmark expertly guides the reader through the ethical landmines and technological marvels on the horizon, making the case that the future of AI is a reflection of the values and choices we make today. With clarity and charisma, "Life 3.0" offers a visionary perspective on the most pressing issue of our time, making it an indispensable read for anyone interested in the fate of humanity in an age of artificial intelligence.

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Released
2017
23 Aug
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I recommend people read [this book]. - Lex Fridman
It felt almost like reading a scifi. - PewDiePie
Best introduction to AI, accessible to sophisticated. Enjoyable to read. - Keith Rabois
Barack Obama's favorite books of 2018 list.
A compelling guide to the challenges and choices in our quest for a great future of life, intelligence and consciousness—on Earth and beyond. - Elon Musk
Anyone who wants to discuss how artificial intelligence is shaping the world should read this book. - Bill Gates
Your synapses store all your knowledge and skills as roughly 100 terabytes’ worth of information, while your DNA stores merely about a gigabyte, barely enough to store a single movie download.
— Max Tegmark, Life 3.0

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