In this groundbreaking book, Eric Schmidt and Jared Cohen combine observation and insight to outline the promise and peril awaiting us in the coming decades. They discuss how technology will change the way we approach issues like privacy and security, war and intervention, diplomacy, revolution, and terrorism. The book highlights the benefits and drawbacks of increased digital connectivity, including improved efficiency, new economic opportunities, and the potential for both liberation and surveillance. It also explores the intersection of the virtual and physical worlds and the implications for individuals, communities, and states across the globe.
In this book, Peter H. Diamandis and Steven Kotler present a contrarian view that the future is brighter than commonly perceived. They document how exponential technologies, DIY innovators, technophilanthropists, and the rising billion (the world's poor empowered by modern communication technology) are conspiring to solve global problems such as access to clean water, food, energy, healthcare, education, and freedom. The authors provide examples and strategic roadmaps for governments, industries, and entrepreneurs to address these challenges, offering a optimistic outlook on the potential for technological innovation to improve human living standards[2][4][5].
This book provides insights into Google's corporate culture, strategy, talent management, decision-making, innovation, and communication. It highlights the company's emphasis on engineering talent, agility in projects, and the importance of a culture that encourages risk-taking and creativity. The authors share anecdotes and management maxims learned from their experiences at Google, including the concept of 'smart creatives' and the impact of technological changes such as the internet, mobile, and cloud computing on business[2][3][4].
This book captures the leadership style and teachings of Bill Campbell, who played a crucial role in the growth of companies like Google, Apple, and Intuit. Written by Eric Schmidt, Jonathan Rosenberg, and Alan Eagle, the book is based on interviews with over eighty people who knew and loved Bill Campbell. It outlines his principles on building trusting relationships, fostering personal growth, inspiring courage, and resolving tensions in fast-moving environments. The book serves as a blueprint for business leaders and managers to create higher-performing and faster-moving cultures, teams, and companies.
In 'The Age of M', Robin Hanson delves into a future scenario where brain emulations, or 'ems', become the dominant form of intelligent life. The book predicts how this shift would fundamentally change various aspects of society, including work, relationships, and overall human experience. Hanson uses economic and social analysis to describe how ems would interact, work, and live in a world where they outnumber and outperform humans. The book is a thought-provoking exploration of the potential consequences of advanced artificial intelligence and whole brain emulation on human civilization.
In this episode, Peter and Eric discuss how to successfully run a tech giant like Google, the arms race of AI, and how Quantum tech will change the world.
You will learn about:
- 09:37 | AI will expand our knowledge of biology
- 15:19 | Creating algorithms that digitize everything
- 38:57 | USA v China: who will win the race to AI?
- 41:20 | The mindset needed to run a company like Google
Eric Schmidt is best known as the CEO of Google from 2001-2011, including Executive Chairman of Google, Alphabet, and later on their Technical Advisor until 2020. He was also on the board of directors at Apple during 2006-2009 and is currently the Chairman of the board of directors at the Broad Institute. From 2019 to 2021, Eric chaired the National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence.
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