Newsletter · JAVAS
Schellmann’s book exposes the pervasive use of AI in hiring, revealing its detrimental effects through insider information and firsthand testing. It highlights the problematic origins of these algorithms, which assess candidates through various intrusive methods, prompting urgent questions about their reliability in an insecure job market. It’s a vital read for job seekers.
Nicole Perlroth’s book uncovers the dark world of cyber warfare and the zero-day market, where hackers sell software vulnerabilities. It details how the US government hoarded these tools, now at risk of exploitation by hostile entities. The work combines thrilling storytelling with urgent journalism about global cyber threats.
Digital platforms are replacing money with tokens, offering new forms of compensation and power. As online empires issue various money-like instruments, tokens are becoming ubiquitous. This shift challenges the balance of power between online platforms and the state, impacting digital money, inequality, and the future economy. Rachel O’Dwyer’s “Tokens” explores this evolving world.
The US defense industry is rapidly embracing technology from Silicon Valley, ushering in a significant shift in warfare. The Pentagon’s previously sluggish approach has been replaced by a more agile collaboration, with Unit X bridging the gap between military needs and innovative technologies. This transformation is crucial in a rapidly evolving global landscape.
The book “Supremacy” by Parmy Olson unveils the intense battle between AI titans OpenAI and DeepMind and their potential impact on society. Through exclusive access and 13 years of tech coverage experience, Olson warns about the profit-driven dissemination of flawed AI technology across various sectors, urging readers to recognize the overlooked dangers.
In “The Coming Wave,” Mustafa Suleyman, co-founder of DeepMind, explores the impending AI revolution. He foresees a future shaped by powerful, proliferating technologies, posing both prosperity and existential threats to global order. The book delves into the vital challenge of controlling these technologies. For more information, visit the Amazon store link.