Join business philosopher Anders Indset, a Thinkers50-recognized mind in tech and leadership, as he delves into his book, *The Singularity Paradox*. He tackles the 'final narcissistic injury' of humankind amidst AI evolution, contrasting machine with human consciousness. Indset raises ethical concerns surrounding AGI and the importance of preserving human qualities in tech progress. The conversation also explores game theory in a tech-driven world and the vital role of anticipatory leadership for navigating future complexities.
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Final Narcissistic Injury Explained
Freud's three historical narcissistic injuries progressively diminished human centrality in the universe and mind ownership.
The final narcissistic injury concerns creating superior machine intelligence that might overwrite human essence and consciousness.
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Liberation in Knowledge Limits
Realizing we lack fundamental understanding is a liberation, not an injury; knowledge evolves endlessly.
Human progress comes from journeying to new questions, not simply arriving at answers.
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Control Your Attention Instead
Turn off unnecessary notifications to avoid cognitive overload from constant digital interruptions.
Protect your attention to maintain your identity and avoid becoming a sum of banal distractions.
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Anders Indset's 'Wild Knowledge' delves into the evolving landscape of information and its impact on society, business, and leadership. The book challenges traditional concepts of knowledge, highlighting the need for adaptability and critical thinking in a world of constant change. Indset explores how technology and globalization have transformed the way we acquire, process, and apply knowledge. The book emphasizes the importance of embracing uncertainty and fostering a mindset of continuous learning. It offers strategies for individuals and organizations to navigate the complexities of the modern world and harness the power of 'wild knowledge' to drive innovation and success.
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The Beginning of Infinity
Explanations That Transform the World
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In this groundbreaking book, David Deutsch argues that explanations have a fundamental place in the universe and that improving them is the basic regulating principle of all successful human endeavor. The book takes readers on a journey through various fields of science, history of civilization, art, moral values, and the theory of political institutions. Deutsch explains how we form new explanations and drop bad ones, and discusses the conditions under which progress, which he argues is potentially boundless, can and cannot happen. He emphasizes the importance of good explanations, which he defines as those that are 'hard to vary' and have 'reach', and argues that these explanations are central to the Enlightenment way of thinking and to all scientific and philosophical progress.
Against Empathy
The Case for Rational Compassion
Paul Bloom
In 'Against Empathy: The Case for Rational Compassion,' Paul Bloom challenges the conventional wisdom that empathy is a moral guide. He argues that empathy, defined as feeling what others feel, is a capricious and irrational emotion that can lead to poor decision-making and even cruelty. Bloom contends that empathy distorts our judgment in various aspects of life, from philanthropy and justice to medical care and education. He advocates for a more distanced compassion based on rational, deliberative reasoning and a utilitarian approach to moral decisions. The book is grounded in scientific findings and explores the limitations and biases of empathy, suggesting that clearer, fairer, and more moral decisions can be made without relying on it.
Singularity Paradox
Bridging the Gap Between Humanity and AI
Quantum Physicist
The Quantum Economy
Saving the Mensch with Humanistic Capitalism
Anders Indset
The Quantum Economy, published in 2019 and updated in an extended English edition, offers a holistic perspective on future economic scenarios. It investigates the capabilities of exponential technologies, particularly quantum technology, and advocates for a Socio-Ecological-Market-Economy. The book emphasizes the need to reduce consumption, reuse physical goods, and rethink business models to ensure resource efficiency and profitability. It also highlights the importance of addressing ecological collapse and navigating digital superintelligence, promoting a humane capitalism that aligns with social and ecological sustainability[1][3][4].
Jim talks with Anders Indset about his book The Singularity Paradox: Bridging the Gap Between Humanity and AI, co-authored with Florian Neutkart. They discuss the "final narcissistic injury of humankind," Freud's three historical narcissistic injuries, machine consciousness vs human consciousness, the "undead" state, human cognitive limitations, game theory dynamics & multipolar traps, Artificial Human Intelligence vs AGI/ASI approaches, consciousness preservation, chess AI & human cognition, coevolutionary dynamics between AHI & AGI/ASI, "playing to win" vs "playing to become," organizational design for anticipatory leadership, trust & friction as progress drivers, the three pillars of forging & investment & efficiency, reactive vs reflective societies, technical hygiene, "zombie apocalypse" scenarios, the role of agency, questions of identity & authenticity in an AI world, and much more.
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Wild Knowledge: Outthink the Revolution, by Anders Indset
The Quantum Economy: Saving the Mensch with Humanistic Capitalism, by Anders Indset
The Viking Code: The Art and Science of Norwegian Success, by Anders Indset
Ex Machina: The God Experiment, by Anders Indset and Florian Neukart
The Singularity Paradox: Bridging the Gap Between Humanity and AI, by Anders Indset and Florian Neukart
Against Empathy: The Case for Rational Compassion, by Paul Bloom
The Beginning of Infinity, by David Deutsch
Anders Indset is a business philosopher and author of four Spiegel bestsellers, with works translated into over ten languages. He has been recognized by Thinkers50 as one of the most influential thinkers in technology, economy, and leadership. In addition to writing books including The Quantum Economy, Ex Machina, and his newest title, The Singularity Paradox, the Norwegian-born polymath is also Chairman of the Njordis Group, a driving force behind initiatives like the Quantum Economy, and a deep-tech investor. He is a sought-after speaker at conferences such as the World Economic Forum, the Global HR Summit, and the Mobile World Congress.
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