Month: September 2016

Only the privileged fear a robot revolution (I don’t quite agree but … read this anyway)

The world wide cage (via Nicholas Carr)

“Silicon Valley and China should not become ‘mission control for humanity”, writes Gerd Leonhard in Technology vs. Humanity (released on September 8 2016). In-line with Gerd’s vision is the brilliant The world wide cage article by Nicholas Carr on the aeon website. In his provocation, Nicholas writes how “Technology promised to set us free. Instead it has trained us to withdraw … Continue reading "The world wide cage (via Nicholas Carr)"

Stanford University One Hundred Year Study on Artificial Intelligence 2016 Report (AI100)

“As a society, we are underinvesting resources in research on the societal implications of AI technologies. Private and public dollars should be directed toward interdisciplinary teams capable of analyzing AI from multiple angles.” The One Hundred Year Study on Artificial Intelligence, launched in the fall of 2014, is a long-term investigation of the field of … Continue reading "Stanford University One Hundred Year Study on Artificial Intelligence 2016 Report (AI100)"

The trouble with capitalism

We can afford the things we don’t need, but we need the things we can’t afford. For many Americans today, that shiny new flat-screen TV is now more within reach financially than it’s ever been. But it has become harder to afford the house to put it in, food to eat in front of it, or … Continue reading "The trouble with capitalism"

My new book “Technology vs Humanity” is now available for pre-reading and pre-ordering!

This is a big day – after 18 months of intense writing and crafting, my new book is finally ready to be published on September 8, 2016. I have teamed up with fellow futurist Rohit Talwar’s new publishing company Fast Future Publishing and today I am delighted to announce the availability of a pre-publication test-read on … Continue reading "My new book “Technology vs Humanity” is now available for pre-reading and pre-ordering!"

Technology vs. Humanity: a Forbes interview with Futurist /Author Gerd Leonhard

Thanks to Paul Armstrong for conducting this interview on my new book Technology vs. Humanity (pre-order via the site while the discount still applies:)).    Read this exclusive preview PDF about my book: Technology-vs.-Humanity Gerd Leonhard Preview Here are some of the best excerpts: “Technology is no longer just a tool we use to achieve something – … Continue reading "Technology vs. Humanity: a Forbes interview with Futurist /Author Gerd Leonhard"

New podcast interview with Gerd Leonhard: Technology vs Humanity? Via Digital Mindfulness

…published a few hours ago, here. Thanks to Lawrence Ampofo. Technology vs Humanity Opening Chapter Free Read Gerd Leonhard Read the preview PDF: Technology-vs.-Humanity-Ch-1-Prologue-to-the-Future Gerd Leonhard Preview 🙂

Here’s a brand-new video clip introducing my new book “Technology vs Humanity” (Conversations with Gerd, episode #1)

We (TFA Studios) just launched a new video series called ‘conversations with Gerd’ and the first episode is about my new book, Technology vs Humanity.  Most of the upcoming episodes will be related to the topics covered in the book. You can watch it below and of course via my Youtube channel. A special thank-you … Continue reading "Here’s a brand-new video clip introducing my new book “Technology vs Humanity” (Conversations with Gerd, episode #1)"

PRESS RELEASE: Gerd Leonhard’s new book: Technology vs. Humanity – The coming clash between man and machine

PRESS RELEASE: NEW BOOK – Technology vs. Humanity: The coming clash between man and machine Read the exclusive preview PDF: Technology-vs.-Humanity- Gerd Leonhard Preview In his latest book ‘Technology vs. Humanity’, futurist Gerd Leonhard once again breaks new ground by bringing together mankind’s urge to upgrade and automate everything (including human biology itself) with our timeless … Continue reading "PRESS RELEASE: Gerd Leonhard’s new book: Technology vs. Humanity – The coming clash between man and machine"

Universal basic income to unleash the world’s creativity?

There’s a lot of thought and discussion on the Universal Basic Income (UBI) form of social security in very different parts of the world, all with different social and capitalist backgrounds. UBI would guarantee all citizens or residents of a country to regularly receive an unconditional sum of money, either from a government or some other public institution, in addition … Continue reading "Universal basic income to unleash the world’s creativity?"

PRESS RELEASE: Gerd Leonhard’s new book: Technology vs. Humanity – The coming clash between man and machine

PRESS RELEASE: NEW BOOK – Technology vs. Humanity: The coming clash between man and machine In his latest book ‘Technology vs. Humanity’, futurist Gerd Leonhard once again breaks new ground by bringing together mankind’s urge to upgrade and automate everything (including human biology itself) with our timeless quest for freedom and happiness. Before it’s too … Continue reading "PRESS RELEASE: Gerd Leonhard’s new book: Technology vs. Humanity – The coming clash between man and machine"

About artificial intelligence and strategic management

“Anything that can be digitized or automated, will be – and anything that cannot be digitized or automated will become extremely valuable”, mentions Gerd Leonhard in his Technology Vs. Humanity manifesto. Since IBM started using artificial intelligence for its Mergers & Acquisitions program five years ago, the major consulting firms are all positioning and investing in machine intelligence to … Continue reading "About artificial intelligence and strategic management"