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In How Progress Ends, Carl Benedikt Frey challenges the conventional belief that economic and technological progress is inevitable. For most of human history, stagnation was the norm, and even today progress and prosperity in the world's largest, most advanced economies—the United States and China—have fallen short of expectations. To appreciate why we cannot depend on any AI-fueled great leap forward, Frey offers a remarkable and fascinating journey across the globe, spanning the past 1,000 years, to explain why some societies flourish and others fail in the wake of rapid technological change

Learn from history's greatest entrepreneurs. Every week I read a biography of an entrepreneur and find ideas you can use in your work. This quote explains why: "There are thousands of years of history in which lots and lots of very smart people worked very hard and ran all types of experiments on how to create new businesses, invent new technology, new ways to manage etc. They ran these experiments throughout their entire lives. At some point, somebody put these lessons down in a book. For very little money and a few hours of time, you can learn from someone’s accumulated experience. There ...

This book provides essential insights on dark patterns and AI-powered deceptive design for anyone who wants to understand and challenge the pervasive influence of these hidden forces shaping our digital experiences. These hidden design strategies – from personalised user interface triggers to sophisticated backend systems – are often used to manipulate user behaviour in ways that benefit businesses at the expense of users.

Robots may one day rule the world, but what is a robot-ruled Earth like? Many think the first truly smart robots will be brain emulations, or ems. Scan a human brain, then run a model with the same connections on a fast computer, and you have a robot brain, but recognizably human. Train an em to do some job and copy it a million times; an army of workers is at your disposal. When they can be made cheaply, within perhaps a century, ems will displace humans in most jobs.

Chinese society has been shaped by the interplay of the EAST—exams, autocracy, stability, and technology—from ancient times through the present. Beginning with the Sui dynasty's introduction of the civil service exam, known as Keju, in 587 CE—and continuing through the personnel management system used by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)—Chinese autocracies have developed exceptional tools for homogenizing ideas, norms, and practices. But this uniformity came with a huge downside: stifled creativity.

From the Industrial Revolution to the age of artificial intelligence, The Technology Trap takes a sweeping look at the history of technological progress and how it has radically shifted the distribution of economic and political power among society’s members.

Silicon Valley is imperializing the planet. With nearly bottomless supplies of cash and ambition, a small group of companies have been gradually seizing symbolic and practical civic leadership in America and worldwide. But Silicon Valley does not answer to the electorate; nor have they been voted into office. And the perils of their influence are only now making themselves known.

“Innovation” is the hottest buzzword in business. But what if our obsession with finding the next big thing has distracted us from the work that matters most? “The most important book I’ve read in a long time . . . It explains so much about what is wrong with our technology, our...

Welcome to Deeply Driven, a podcast exploring business history and the journeys of entrepreneurs. We exist to share success stories and lessons from the world of business.

Cyrus W. Field had a bold vision to connect the Old World of Britain and Europe with the New World of North America through a revolutionary telegraph cable spanning the vast Atlantic Ocean. Over the course of thirteen arduous years, he invested countless resources and rallied numerous men, ships, and cables to turn this dream into reality. His ambition was to unite the world, fostering alliances and promoting peace. This is the remarkable tale of his journey. (Introduction by Alex C. Telander)

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The brilliant dead of history mashup with the cutting edge of strategy and technology in this series by Joel Fulton

At Culture & Chaos Podcast, our mission is to educate, entertain, and empower a diverse and inclusive audience through lively, unfiltered conversations that celebrate the Black experience while fostering understanding across cultures. We dive into the heart of politics—both in the United States and globally—while exploring entertainment, business, and personal growth. With humor, authenticity, and a commitment to uplifting voices, we aim to spark curiosity, inspire action, and create a space where everyone feels welcome to learn, laugh, and grow together.

Welcome to 'The Insider' your go-to podcast dedicated to providing an in-depth overview of EU Research and Innovation. I’m Ricardo Migueis, your host, and I'm excited to take you through the most relevant discussions and debates. "The Insider" has two types of episodes: 1) The Insider Analysis: Deep dive into one topic. Deconstructing. Reflecting. Questioning. Opening the floor to new ideas. Constructive but bold. Searching for that delicate balance in public policy and R&I governance, funding dynamics. Whether you're a researcher, innovator, policy-maker, manager, lecturer, or simply ...

Discover the Saga: Delve into the gripping, multifaceted story of the Boeing 737 MAX 8 tragedies—Lion Air Flight 610 and Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302. This must-listen podcast reveals the critical decisions, engineering failures, organizational missteps, and disastrous events that shook the world. What You'll Learn: • The high-stakes business pressures and corporate decisions behind the 737 MAX. • The design flaws and certification failures of the MCAS system—critical factors in the crashes. • A detailed breakdown of the two fatal crashes and the chaotic months between them. • The...

The world, while always evolving, is currently shifting under our feet. From technological advances to societal changes, we need to plan for our future, and address issues that are relevant both now and in years to come. In this podcast, Utah State University Interim President Alan L. Smith speaks to leaders and experts on how USU can continue to serve our communities, deliver impactful research, and foster a sense of belonging.

Reflections on the purpose, principles, and philosophy of education in light of Scripture and the Messianic Way, hosted by a veteran educator who happens to be a homeschool graduate and career coach. Transcripts provided by FromHeard2Word Transcription.

When it comes to the future, there’s a lot of uncertainty — especially when we talk about wealth. But what if we could connect the dots today to better understand where we’re headed tomorrow? Because the reality is, tomorrow is closer than we think. Join host, Andrew Peek, and his guests to get a glimpse into a not-too-distant future where assets, income, and wealth come from entirely new places, and then understand where you, in this rewritten story of wealth, can play a part.

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