Must-Read - "The Coming Wave" by Mustafa Suleyman

Mustafa Suleyman's "The Coming Wave" has been a thought-provoking read for me this year.

Suleyman paints a vivid picture of the future, shaped by a confluence of breakthroughs in AI, synthetic biology, abundant energy, and robotics. He explores the potential benefits and drawbacks of these technologies, depending on who controls them.

The book sparks a crucial debate on containment. Suleyman argues that technology itself isn't the enemy, but rather how humans use it. He proposes containment as a collaboration between humans and tools, not a power struggle between actors.

However, the irony is that throughout history, technological advancements have often led to domination by some over others. In our current climate of distrust and weak global institutions, limiting breakthroughs to a select few seems highly improbable.

It's both inspiring and scary, exploring how developed nations have approached technological containment (and their desire to redefine the term).

A Scintillating Read, No Matter Your Viewpoint

This book is a must-read, regardless of where you stand on the issue. It's sure to spark lively conversation about the future and our relationship with technology.