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Nexus

A Brief History of Information Networks from the Stone Age to AI

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Nexus

By: Yuval Noah Harari
Narrated by: Vidish Athavale
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Brought to you by Penguin.

The story of how information networks have made, and unmade, our world from the #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Sapiens

Stories brought us together.

Books spread our ideas – and our mythologies.

The internet promised infinite knowledge.

The algorithm learned our secrets – and then turned us against each other.

What will AI do?

NEXUS is the thrilling account of how we arrived at this moment, and the urgent choices we must now make to survive – and to thrive.

©2024 Yuval Noah Harari (P)2024 Penguin Audio Anthropology Best of 2024 Computer Science Editors Select Future Studies Machine Theory & Artificial Intelligence Social Sciences Thought-Provoking Socialism Middle East

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Editorial Review

A synthesis of human history, for the AI age
Though you don’t need to have listened to Sapiens or Homo Deus to enjoy Nexus, Yuval Noah Harari’s latest feels like a logical continuation of his previous explorations of human history. Harari once again excels at distilling thousands of years of history into accessible observations that simultaneously feel both obvious and revelatory, this time performed by Vidish Athavale. From the oral storytelling of our past, to the audiobooks and podcasts of our present and the AI of our future, Harari shows how we’re on the precipice of another great (but potentially devastating) cultural and technological shift in information sharing – alongside some potential solutions to ensure that we continue to harness tech and information to our benefit, rather than our detriment. — Michael C., Audible Editor

Critic reviews

'Tremendous, thought-provoking and so very well reasoned. Harari gives us a vision of a rapidly approaching future that is at one and the same time thrilling and chilling. If there is one book that I would urge everyone to read – our political, corporate and cultural leaders most especially – it is Nexus' (STEPHEN FRY)

'Harari has a unique ability to unite both history’s finest details and its grandest megatrends in a single view. This deeply important book comes at a critical time as we all think through the implications of AI' (MUSTAFA SULEYMAN)

'Harari is one of the most remarkable intellects of our generation – bold, original, erudite, provocative and entrancing. His latest book reimagines everything from literacy to AI and – like all his books – fundamentally shifts one’s view of the world' (Rory Stewart)
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An incredibly well explained thought process, based on historical facts, put together with such precision and logic. I think everyone should read this book. I learned so much about the topic but also so much about Yuval’s inspirational way of thinking and explaining. Outstanding contribution to the world!

One of the best books of all time

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The nature of authority is strongly tied to the nature and flow of information, and I really like the fact that the author brings this up, while, whenever anyone mentions information, there is either a discussion on quality, automation (AI), or surveillance. This book touches on all of these, and more, at some point along the way, in various ways, to end up being a broadly educational book, with wide access.
Another good book from the author. What will he write about next? Looking forward to it.

captivating

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a good historical context showing how we have a high probability of repeating the mistakes of the past.

lots of food for thought

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Thoughts we need to take into account if we want to prevent catastrophic evolution on AI development. Everyone should be familiar with this possible scenarios and warnings from our own past.

Mind bending

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After multiple recommendations I gave this a listen. Wonderfully explained, I've learnt so much.

Recommended

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Human history and society condensed and explained serve as a backdrop for how AI can and will be (ab)used. I learned a lot!

Society explained on macro level

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Completely shifted my mindset about our world. Definitely recommended, especially if you grew up in a totalitarian/ post totalitarian society.

Lifechanging

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I read NEXUS on my AirPods at the gym, one chapter per visit. I found the book incredibly engaging and easy to listen to. It’s filled with fascinating historical facts and insightful observations on current events. The discussion on inter-subjective realities was new to me and absolutely captivating. The earlier chapters provided essential context for what followed.

Looking toward the future, it’s easy to envision a dystopian world as AI becomes more powerful. Aided by biased algorithms on social networks, especially in places like America, these technologies empower eccentric billionaires and severely threaten democracy. Increasingly, powerful autocrats, dictators, and systems could make globally impactful decisions without direct human intervention.

Interesting and informative

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As always, this author proves that the more we know; the less we know. He can make sense of the incomprehensible.

Revelations

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I think the book shared interesting information and a point of view to be considered very seriously. I think the book 2041 can be a perfect complement to this book.

Interesting insights

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