Code Dependent: Living in the Shadow of AI by Madhumita Murgia (English) Paperba

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Code Dependent by Madhumita Murgia A riveting and revealing exploration of the world created by computer algorithms and its impact on individuals, from the workers across the globe who feed artificial intelligence systems with data to the shocking, often mysterious impact of algorithms on our own behaviour, as consumers and citizens. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Longlisted for the Womens Prize for Non-FictionCode Dependent is the intimate investigation of AI that weve been waiting for, and it arrives not a moment too soon. - Shoshana Zuboff, author of The Age of Surveillance CapitalismMurgia combines her deep experience of the last decade in technology with incredible storytelling and the result is a nuanced, thoughtful and very accessible picture of a world deeply affected by AI. - Martha Lane Fox, Baroness Lane-Fox of SohoWhat does it mean to be human in a world that is rapidly changing thanks to the development of artificial intelligence, of automated decision-making that both draws on and influences our behaviour?Through the voices of ordinary people in places far removed from Silicon Valley, Code Dependent explores the impact of a set of powerful, flawed, and often exploitative technologies on individuals, communities, and our wider society. Madhumita Murgia, AI Editor at the FT, exposes how AI can strip away our collective and individual sense of agency - and shatter our illusion of free will.AI is already changing what it means to be human, in ways large and small. In this compelling work, Murgia reveals what could happen if we fail to reclaim our humanity.Brilliant story telling. Books about AI often put the tech centre stage but Murgia makes you, the human, the hero and sadly often the victim in this fascinating collection of stories about the impact of code on our future. - Marcus du Sautoy, author of The Creativity Code Author Biography Madhumita Murgia is the first Artificial Intelligence Editor of the Financial Times and has been writing about AI, for Wired and the FT, for over a decade. Born and raised in India, she was educated as an immunologist in the UK. She lives in London. Review Exposes the hidden consequences of our existing AI technologies * The Times *A penetrating look at how were allowing artificial intelligence to infiltrate all parts of society, from policing, welfare, justice and health, to the point where whole lives are being altered – often ruined – by systems that hardly any of us understand * The Daily Telegraph *The power of this book lies in the rich stories it tells of individuals . . . Drawing on interviews from around the globe, this highly readable and deeply important book exposes AIs sordid underbelly. * The Guardian *Given the topics ubiquity, it is refreshing when a new perspective comes along. And Code Dependent is just that, making it a must-read for those struggling to reckon with the AI revolution. * New Scientist *Every chapter in Code Dependent shocks . . . Simultaneously a thoughtful introduction and a deep dive for anyone who already knows quite a lot about AI, or thinks they do * The Irish Times *Theres nothing like a long plane journey to rediscover the joys of reading an entire book in one sitting and I have just had that pleasure [with Madhumita Murgias Code Dependent], understanding the dangers of where AI might take us. -- Anne Sebba, The Guardian, What Were ReadingCode Dependent is the intimate investigation of AI that weve been waiting for, and it arrives not a moment too soon. -- Shoshana Zuboff, author of The Age of Surveillance CapitalismBrilliant story telling. Books about AI often put the tech centre stage but Murgia makes you, the human, the hero and sadly often the victim in this fascinating collection of stories about the impact of code on our future. -- Marcus du Sautoy, author of The Creativity CodeMurgia explores what the rise of AI means for us as a society by looking at the impact it has on nine ordinary people around the world. -- BBC Culture, 2024s Most Anticipated BooksA testament to the power of storytelling in unraveling the complexities of AI. Murgias profound insights and meticulous research offer a rare and invaluable perspective on the intersection of technology and society. -- Azeem Azhar, founder of Exponential ViewProvides a much needed corrective to the trendy breathless Silicon Valley insider AI history -- Meredith Whittaker, president of Signal, co-founder of the AI Now Institute Promotional A riveting and revealing exploration of the world created by computer algorithms and its impact on individuals, from the workers across the globe who feed artificial intelligence systems with data to the impact of algorithms on our own behaviour, as consumers and citizens. Details ISBN1529097312 Author Madhumita Murgia Publisher Pan Macmillan Language English Year 2024 ISBN-10 1529097312 ISBN-13 9781529097313 Format Paperback Pages 320 Audience Age 18 Imprint Picador Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Audience General DEWEY 006.3 Publication Date 2024-03-21 UK Release Date 2024-03-21 Subtitle Living in the Shadow of AI NZ Release Date 2024-08-26 AU Release Date 2024-08-26 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:161430030;

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