Book description
A Fortune magazine journalist draws on his expertise and extensive contacts among the companies and scientists at the forefront of artificial intelligence to offer dramatic predictions of AI's impact over the next decade, from reshaping our economy and the way we work, learn, and create to unknitting our social fabric, jeopardizing our democracy, and fundamentally altering the way we think. Within the next five years, Jeremy Kahn predicts, AI will disrupt almost every industry and enterprise, with vastly increased efficiency and productivity. It will restructure the workforce, making AI copilots a must for every knowledge worker. It will revamp education, meaning children around the world can have personal, portable tutors. It will revolutionize health care, making individualized, targeted pharmaceuticals more affordable. It will compel us to reimagine how we make art, compose music, and write and publish books. The potential of generative AI to extend our skills, talents, and creativity as humans is undeniably exciting and promising. But while this new technology has a bright future, it also casts a dark and fearful shadow. AI will provoke pervasive, disruptive, potentially devastating knock-on effects. Leveraging his unrivaled access to the leaders, scientists, futurists, and others who are making AI a reality, Kahn will argue that if not carefully designed and vigilantly regulated AI will deepen income inequality, depressing wages while imposing winner-take-all markets across much of the economy. AI risks undermining democracy, as truth is overtaken by misinformation, racial bias, and harmful stereotypes. Continuing a process begun by the internet, AI will rewire our brains, likely inhibiting our ability to think critically, to remember, and even to get along with one another--unless we all take decisive action to prevent this from happening. Much as Michael Lewis's classic The New New Thing offered a prescient, insightful, and eminently readable account of life inside the dot-com bubble, Mastering AI delivers much-needed guidance for anyone eager to understand the AI boom--and what comes next.
About the Author
Jeremy Kahn is an award-winning journalist for Fortune magazine, where he covers artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies. In addition to cover stories and features, he writes Fortune's weekly Eye on AI newsletter and cochairs its Brainstorm AI technology conferences. Previously, he wrote about technology, including AI, for Bloomberg. His writing on a range of subjects has also appeared in The New York Times, Newsweek, The Atlantic, Smithsonian magazine, The Boston Globe, The New Republic, and Slate. He has reported from India and much of South Asia, the Ivory Coast, Iraq, Venezuela, and most countries in Western Europe. He is a former managing editor of The New Republic. An Ohio native, he now lives with his family in Oxford, England.
Curio
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Pink C
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Spunky Chick
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Thunder Tank
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Roadspike
ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features have become indispensable tools in my audiobook learning. A functional audiobook. It kept me entertained, but I wasnβt blown away. The narratorβs performance was competent, though some emotional scenes fell a bit flat.
LuminaLore
ListenBook's commitment to a user-friendly interface and intuitive controls is evident in every aspect of the app. The app is perfect for multitaskers. I can listen while working out.
Thumb Candy
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QuantumQuill
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Mirage
ListenBook's support for playlists in the CUE format makes organizing and enjoying audiobook series a delightful experience. Noise reduction in ListenBook Pro ensures crystal-clear playback even in noisy environments. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my audiobook library look neat and professional. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
LoreLoomer
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NexusNavigator
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Snow Hound
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Girl Brownie
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Snow Hound
The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. Who needs traditional books when you have this app? It's a game-changer. ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have taken my audiobook journey to new heights. Effortless audiobook management β this app's usability is a winner. Automatic metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is finally well-organized.
Woo Woo
I'm addicted to this app's ability to seamlessly blend books into my life. This app has transformed my daily commute into a captivating journey of knowledge and entertainment. Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Fantastic app! The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits.
MysticMingle
Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks. Binaural audio processing is a godsend. My ears don't fatigue even during extended listening. Supports all audio formats I use without issues. Very happy. I've found my new favorite narrator! Their voice was perfectly suited to this material, with just the right blend of authority and approachability. The production quality was broadcast-level - no distracting breaths, clicks, or inconsistent volume. Already looking for more of their work.
Trouble Mittens
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual discovery and personal fulfillment. π‘ Seamlessly weaving audiobooks into my daily routine β this app's functionality has redefined how I enjoy books. π±π Kudos to the developers for creating an app that caters to audiobook lovers like me. From sleek design to functional features, it's a true gem. ππ I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature.
Athens Fire
This app's user-friendly layout and quick access to controls have made audiobook listening a breeze. I'm amazed at how effortlessly this app has made reading a constant in my life. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. They help me keep related titles together for a seamless experience. Drag and drop downloads directly from my web browser? That's a level of convenience I appreciate. ListenBook has become an essential part of my day, enhancing my commute and allowing me to enjoy audiobooks like never before.
Hella Fella
This app has brought the magic of books back into my life. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature is a time-saving convenience that I greatly appreciate. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature. I'm loving it! The book groups feature is a thoughtful addition. It helps me keep my series and related titles together. ListenBook's attention to detail is commendable. Every aspect of the app is well-crafted.
Pearl Girl
The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple. The appβs design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience