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An eminent political thinker uses our history with states and corporations -- "artificial agents" to which we have granted immense power -- to predict how AI will remake society. Countless books, news reports, and opinion pieces have announced the impending arrival of artificial intelligence, with most claiming that it will upend our world, revolutionizing not just work but society overall. Yet according to political philosopher and historian David...
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"In the vein of acclaimed popular-science bestsellers such as Atlas Obscura, Astrophysics for Young People in a Hurry, The Way Things Work, What If?, and Undeniable, the co-founders of the global science organization Nerd Nite bring readers a collection of wacky, yet fascinating STEM topics. For 20 years, Nerd Nite has delivered to live audiences around the world, the most interesting, fun, and informative presentations about science, history, the...
3) Time Bomb
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There is a huge bomb that is ticking down to the moment when it must go off and it's right underneath your feet. This almost unseen Time Bomb is so massive that it will kill every man woman, child, dog, cat, birds, insects, donkeys, horses, all the fish in the sea, the whales, the dolphins, plankton, trees, plants, flowers and every other thing that lives here on this planet.
Time is ticking away and so I thought I'd better warn everyone. But there's...
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Das Hörbuch zum Kinofilm 1943 stellt das Langley Memorial Aeronautical Laboratory der NACA,die später zur NASA wird, erstmalig afroamerikanische Frauen ein. "Menschliche Rechner" - unter ihnen Dorothy Vaughan, die 1953 Vorgesetzte der brillanten afroamerikanischen Mathematikerin Katherine Johnson wird. Trotz Diskriminierung und Vorurteilen, treiben sie die Forschungen der NASA voran und Katherine Johnsons Berechnungen werden maßgeblich für den...
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Millions of data enthusiasts from around the world compete on Kaggle, the most famous data science competition platform of them all. Participating in Kaggle competitions is a surefire way to improve your data analysis skills, network with an amazing community of data scientists, and gain valuable experience to help grow your career.
The first audiobook of its kind, The Kaggle Book assembles in one place the techniques and skills you'll need for success...
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(Autorenlesung)Ein neuer und frischer Blick auf unsere Welt im Wandel
Für Ranga Yogeshwar ist die eigene unmittelbare Erfahrung entscheidend. Aus dieser Sicht blickt der bekannte Wissenschaftsjournalist auf eine zunehmend globalere Welt, die digitalen Umbrüche oder die Veränderungen der Medien, betrachtet die neue Rolle der Frau oder den Wert alter Kulturgüter. In dieser Welt des Umbruchs gibt es durchaus besorgniserregende Entwicklungen. In einigen...
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"WordPress Design and Development" is a comprehensive guide that explores the process of creating and customizing websites using the WordPress platform. It covers both the design and development aspects, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced web designers and developers.
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In this riveting eBook, we plunge into the future of humanity, shedding light on the profound influence that technology exerts on our society. Uncover the provocative insights and revelatory analyses presented within, which equip us to navigate the dynamic technological terrain.The narrative propels us through the breakthroughs of scientific and technological advancements, revealing both the vast opportunities and the looming challenges they present...
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The causes of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder range from severe neglect to monstrous abuse. Many survivors grew up in houses that were not homes-in families that were as loveless as orphanages and sometimes as dangerous. If you felt unwanted, unliked, rejected, hated, and/or despised for a lengthy portion of your childhood, trauma may be deeply engrained in your mind, soul, and body. This book is a practical guide to recovering from lingering...
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Humankind's relationship with the wolf is the sum of a spectrum of responses ranging from fear to admiration and affection. Lopez's classic, careful study has won praise from a wide range of reviewers and improved the way books on wild animals are written. Of Wolves and Men explores the uneasy interaction between wolves and civilization over the centuries, and the wolf's prominence in our thoughts about wild creatures. Drawing upon an impressive array...
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Sy Montgomery's popular 2011 Orion magazine piece, "Deep Intellect," about her friendship with a sensitive, sweet-natured octopus named Athena and the grief she felt at her death, went viral, indicating the widespread fascination with these mysterious, almost alien-like creatures. Since then Sy has practiced true immersion journalism, from New England aquarium tanks to the reefs of French Polynesia and the Gulf of Mexico, pursuing these wild, solitary...
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Climate science can seem dense, remote, and abstract. But through the lens of this one tree, it becomes immediate and intimate. In Witness Tree, environmental reporter Lynda V. Mapes takes us through her year living with one red oak at the Harvard Forest. We learn about carbon cycles and leaf physiology, but also experience the seasons as people have for centuries, watching for each new bud, and listening for each new bird and frog call in spring....
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2 Books in 1
Cryptocurrency Trading Guide
DON'T MISS the Golden Opportunity of our Era-Discover How to Make Money with Cryptocurrencies Today!
The cryptocurrency revolution is happening right in front of our eyes.
More and more people are getting involved to take advantage of the incredible opportunities that cryptocurrencies present.
However, given the recently increased demand for cryptocurrencies, it can be difficult to know where to start-which...
14) 42 Grad
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Kein Wasser. Nicht in den Leitungen. Nicht in den Flüssen. Nirgends ...
Ganz Deutschland freut sich über den neuen Jahrtausendsommer. Dauersonnenschein sorgt für volle Freibäder. Einzig Hydrologe Julius Denner und IT-Spezialistin Elsa Forsberg warnen davor, dass die Hitze sich kurzfristig verschärfen wird - mit gravierenden Folgen. Niemand nimmt sie ernst, bis die ersten Flüsse austrocknen, Waldbrände außer Kontrolle geraten und Atomkraftwerke...
15) Blockchain
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Unleash Blockchain's Potential and Embrace the Digital Revolution. Are you interested in technology revolutionizing industries and altering how we communicate and conduct business? Look nowhere else! The best resource for comprehending and utilizing the potential of blockchain is "Blockchain: Unlocking the Power of Blockchain- Your Essential Handbook for the Digital Revolution."
As you set out on a journey through the fundamental ideas, uses, and...
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Get the Summary of Eric Siegel's The AI Playbook in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The AI Playbook" provides a comprehensive guide to deploying machine learning (ML) projects successfully, emphasizing the importance of a strategic approach that integrates business and technical expertise. The book introduces bizML, a six-phase framework that includes defining the value proposition, setting precise prediction goals,...
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DotNetNukeDotNetNuke is a free, open source evolution of Microsoft's celebrated ASP.NET reference implementation, the IBuySpy Portal Solution Kit. DotNetNuke began life as a framework for constructing data-driven intranet and Internet portal applications. It has now developed into an advanced web content management system with tools to manage a dynamic and interactive data-driven website.If you work with ASP.NET and VB.NET, and want an interactive...
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Between 1950 and 2001, the development of technology changed the world. Known as the Information Revolution, this era revolutionized the way humans communicate and share information. Dive deep into history with this social studies book that piques students' curiosity about history through dynamic primary sources. Primary sources give students unique insights and personal connections to history. This 32-page book includes text features that help students...
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We are living in a golden age of labor organising, and nowhere is that more apparent than in the tech industry. From Kickstarter to Code for America, unions are blossoming to life, giving new power and voices to workers across the industry. Building a union is never easy, though. What can a union do for you? Why build a union at all?
Journey with AppleTogether founder and whistleblower Janneke Parrish as she explores the hows and whys of tech...
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"Virtual Visions: Exploring the Transformative Power of VR" takes readers on an exhilarating journey into the world of virtual reality. From its humble beginnings to its current state, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the evolution of virtual reality technology. Readers will gain a deep understanding of the impact of virtual reality on society and the ethical considerations that come with this transformative technology.In the realm of...
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