Science & Technology Audiobooks

The Language of Deception: Weaponizing Next Generation AI

In The Language of Deception, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity veteran Justin Hutchens delivers an incisive and penetrating look at how contemporary and future AI can and will be weaponized for malicious and adversarial purposes. In the book, you will explore the history of social engineering and social robotics, the psychology of deception, considerations of machine sentience and consciousness, and the history of how technology has been weaponized in the past. From these foundations, the author examines topics related to the emerging risks of advanced AI technologies, including - The use of Large Language Models (LLMs) for social manipulation, disinformation, psychological operations, deception and fraud - The implementation of LLMs to construct fully autonomous social engineering systems for targeted attacks or for mass manipulation at scale - The technical use of LLMs and the underlying transformer architecture for use in technical weapons systems to include advanced next-generation malware, physical robotics, and even autonomous munition systems - Speculative future risks such as the alignment problem, disembodiment attacks, and flash wars.

Justin Hutchens (Author), Mike Chamberlain (Narrator)

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Trolling Ourselves to Death: Democracy in the Age of Social Media (Oxford Studies in Digital Politic

Almost forty years ago, Neil Postman argued that television had brought about a fundamental transformation to democracy. By turning entertainment into our supreme ideology, television had recreated public discourse in its image and converted democracy into show business. In Trolling Ourselves to Death, Jason Hannan builds on Postman's classic thesis, arguing that we are now not so much amusing, as trolling ourselves to death. Contrary to the popular view of the troll as an exclusively anonymous online prankster, Hannan asserts that trolls have emerged from the cave, so to speak. Trolls now include politicians, performers, patriots, and protesters. What was once a mysterious phenomenon limited to the darker corners of the Internet has since gone mainstream, eroding our public culture and changing the rules of democratic politics. Synthesizing media ecology with historical materialism, Hannan explores the disturbing rise of political unreason in the form of mass trolling and sheds light on the proliferation of disinformation, conspiracy theory, 'cancel culture,' and digital violence. Taking inspiration from Robert Brandom's innovative reading of Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel, Trolling Ourselves to Death makes a case for building 'a spirit of trust' to curb the epidemic of mass distrust that feeds the plague of political trolling.

Jason Hannan (Author), Ray Greenley (Narrator)

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Free Speech and Turbulent Freedom: The Dangerous Allure of Censorship in the Digital Era

A vast censorship regime has smothered America's digital marketplace of ideas, squelching free speech on vital policy issues. Its supporters regard its benefits as morally and politically beyond question. They contend it's carried out by private social media platforms, not governmental authorities. In Free Speech and Turbulent Freedom, Michael J. Glennon offers a timely and incisive response. The censors are short-sighted, he argues. Quibbling over outdated distinctions misses the real threat-which is the fusion of public and private power into a modern-day cartel able to overleap longstanding constitutional safeguards. American democracy, he argues, rests on a decentralized marketplace of ideas independent of the government. In crisp, trenchant terms, Glennon shows how concrete practical concerns justify protecting admittedly harmful online speech-even speech that advocates violence or embraces hatred or apparent falsehood. To safely self-correct, democracy requires open channels of political communication. Glennon calls on the courts to unblock those channels-to measure such speech against enduring First Amendment precepts rather than pliable international norms-and to protect the speech interests not merely of the government and Big Tech, but of all participants in the marketplace of ideas.

Michael J. Glennon (Author), Perry Daniels (Narrator)

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Content is King: The Complete Guide to Writing Website Content That Sells

Your brand is unique. Your website content should be, too. Many businesses believe they know what sets their brand apart from the competition, only to discover they aren't connecting with their audience. With Content is King as your guide, you'll uncover your accurate Unique Value Proposition, so you can reach the customer-base that's been searching for you. Learn to craft quality, authentic content that converts window-shoppers into returning customers. In an increasingly digital age, website content is the pinnacle launch pad that prompts your audience to act. Establish your brand values, determine the needs of your niche audience, and curate a website that highlights the exclusive opportunities only you can offer with Content is King as your go-to handbook. Discover how to: build your content marketing strategy from scratch; define your Unique Value Proposition and tell your own story; navigate Search Engine Optimization and direct high-volume traffic to your platform; and discern your buyer's journey to customize and enhance your patron's experience. Take your content to new heights with top-grade editorial, today!

Laura Briggs (Author), Lisa Larsen (Narrator)

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How Not to Fit In: An Unapologetic Guide to Navigating Autism and ADHD

’The lack of information around how ADHD and autism shows up in adults means that many of us have been assuming we were anxious, not working hard enough, or just entirely failing altogether.’ – Jess Joy and Charlotte Mia Written by two late-diagnosed neurodivergent women and the founders of fast-growing online community @IAmPayingAttention, HOW NOT TO FIT IN is an handbook-meets-rallying cry. Foregrounding real experiences with autism and ADHD, this book explores the journey of discovering, accepting and flourishing with your neurodivergent brain. It explores why getting diagnosis can be so fraught and gendered, and how to navigate a world which centres neurotypical brains in the realms of relationships, careers, friendships and finances. By reading this book, you’ll: - Start to understand why so many people are being diagnosed with ADHD and autism right now - Learn the impact that not knowing your own brain can have on your mental health - Find the confidence to ask for accommodations and adjustments at work – without apologising - Have the chance to note down how this journey is evolving for you in chapter-by-chapter workbook sections. - … and, most importantly, get to know yourself and your needs better. Featuring the latest research and thinking on neurodivergence, contributions from dozens of experts and the real stories of people just like you, this innovative book – which has been written and designed especially for *spicy* brains – is essential reading for anyone whose brain seems to see the world in a different way.

Charlotte Mia, Jess Joy (Author), Emily Essery (Narrator)

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Friend and Defender: Understanding the Cane Corso’s Dual Nature

'Friend and Defender: Understanding the Cane Corso’s Dual Nature' takes you on a captivating exploration of the majestic Cane Corso breed, blending power, loyalty, and love. Trace their historical roots from ancient Rome in Chapter 1, and unveil the secrets of their protective instincts in Chapter 2, showcasing loyalty and courage. Chapters 3 and 4 reveal the physical prowess and affectionate disposition of these guardians. Explore behavioral insights in Chapter 5 and effective communication in Chapter 6 for a strong bond. Discover training essentials in Chapter 7 and health strategies in Chapter 8, ensuring a prosperous life from puppyhood to golden years. The book navigates daily intricacies, ethical breeding practices, and legal considerations. Concluding with a tribute to the Cane Corso Legacy, the book emphasizes the indelible imprint these noble beasts leave on hearts. Ideal for owners, breeders, or admirers, this essential tome illuminates the dual nature of the remarkable Cane Corso. 'Friend and Defender' invites you to uncover the affectionate companion behind the formidable façade and embark on a journey of understanding and lifelong companionship.

Tara Ziegler (Author), Benjamin Martinez (Narrator)

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The Phone Fix: The Brain-Focused Guide to Building Healthy Digital Habits and Breaking Bad Ones

What is really happening in your brain when you use your phone, and how to harness it. Humans are often fearful of the day the world will be ruled by machines, but have they not already taken over? The average person spends 4-5 hours a day on their phone, about a third of the time they are awake. We self-interrupt our work and social lives, forgo sleep, procrastinate important tasks and opt for digital distraction when we're bored or feel uncomfortable. NHS neurology doctor and neuroscientist Faye Begeti describes what is happening in our brain when we use our phones and why we have formed so many fixed and negative habits around them. She reflects on both deliberate choices and automatic behaviours, whilst also challenging myths around digital 'addiction', how dopamine actually works and the harmfulness of blue light. Rather than recommending a quick fix digital diet, or total abstinence - unviable for most people - The Phone Fix offers a practical guide, based on neuroscientific techniques, on building supportive digital habits. Technology is not inherently bad or frightening and by better understanding what is happening in our brains, we can replenish our willpower and improve our focus, forming a healthier relationship with our phones ¬- and therefore the real people around us.

Dr Faye Begeti, Dr. Faye Begeti (Author), Sofia Engstrand (Narrator)

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[German] - SitterCats 2.0

Frankfurt im Jahr 2029: Nicht jede Erfindung ist zum Besten der Menschheit! Eine intelligente Katze, die die Betreuung und Beaufsichtigung von Kindern übernehmen kann? Das ist in wenigen Jahren von heute keine Utopie mehr und eine billigere Lösung als eine Vollzeit-Nanny. Die Familie Abel schafft sich deshalb eine dieser sogenannten 'SitterCats' an und ahnt nicht, zu welchem Albtraum sich diese anfangs so genial erscheinende Lösung entwickeln wird, denn ... die Anbieter der SitterCats setzen ihre intelligenten Katzen für kriminelle Zwecke ein. Aber eine Katze ist intelligenter als ihre Herren es je für möglich gehalten hätten.

Dieter Aurass (Author), Anja Adamczyk, Dieter Aurass, Helmut Stieglbauer, Stefan Katgeli, Torsten Leiß (Narrator)

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[Spanish] - Supervivir. Vuelve al origen y recupera tu salud

El ser humano antiguo sobrevivía. El ser humano moderno subsiste. A nuestro alcance tenemos la capacidad de supervivir. Aquí te mostraremos cómo. Las especies vivas llevan poblando la Tierra unos 3.500 millones de años. Durante todo este tiempo, astronómicamente imposible de comprender por la mente humana, la vida siempre estuvo conectada a la naturaleza. Nunca fue necesario explicarle a ningún ser vivo qué comer o cuántas veces al día hacerlo ni el tiempo que puede exponerse al sol. Esto ha cambiado en apenas 150 años. Existe una raza a la que ahora es necesario enseñarle a nutrirse: la nuestra. El gran cerebro que poseemos nos ha permitido romper con las reglas de nuestro diseño por primera vez en la historia y hemos incorporado tantas variables nuevas debido al imparable avance de la tecnología que ya no sabemos cuáles son las que nos enferman, nos sanan o nos dejan igual. Te invitamos a abrir tu mente, destruir los dogmas y abrazar una nueva realidad donde la naturaleza vuelva a abrirse paso y ocupe el sitio que nunca debió perder.

Carlos Stro, Ricardo Stro (Author), Juan Orellana (Narrator)

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[Romanian] - Nichito, Câinele Grădinar

Un cățeluș abandonat și un copil plin de dragoste de oferit. un parteneriat perfect. CARTEA 01Poveste pentru copii care prezintă prietenia dintre un cățel și florile din grădina casei sale. Când Nichito realizează că furnicile îi atacă pe prietenii săi, va face tot posibilul pentru a le ține pe distrugătoare departe și pentru a salva frumoșii trandafiri de mușcăturile de insecte. Intriga se referă la sentimente precum o prietenie, zel și respect între prieteni și trece dincolo de poveste pentru a atinge inimile micilor cititori. PUBLISHER: TEKTIME

Dill Ferreira (Author), Doina Pantaz (Narrator)

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[Spanish] - La sed: Una historia antropológica (y personal) de la vida en tierras de agua escasa

Detrás de lo que fuimos, somos y seremos, siempre está labúsqueda del agua. Siempre está la sed. «Un libro que podría recibir el Óscar al mejor montaje». Jorge Dioni, Babelia Esta historia también empieza en un lugar de La Mancha. Allí, hace miles de años, surgió la primera sociedad hidráulica de nuestro continente. Mucho tiempo después la sed llenó esas tierras de vides, olivos y cereales. Entre ellos nació Virginia Mendoza, cuya historia personal y familiar está ligada sutil pero irremediablemente a la falta de agua. En este sorprendente libro recoge y conecta viejos y nuevos descubrimientos científicos con un sinfín de relatos heredados insólitos, emocionantes y llenos de vida que hablan de quiénes fuimos y quiénes somos hoy. La sed nos persigue y nos impulsa, nos enseñó el arraigo y el desarraigo. Empujó a nuestros antepasados más allá de África y, decenas de miles de años más tarde, asentó a sus descendientes junto a los pocos ríos caudalosos que quedaban. Es posible que nos ayudara a inventar el pan, pero también nos hizo conocer el hambre. Asistió al origen de civilizaciones, y también a su colapso. Nos llevó a mirar al cielo, a unir estrellas, a crear dioses de la lluvia y a una curiosa convivencia entre la fe y la ciencia durante la Pequeña Edad de Hielo: mientras unos invocaban la lluvia con danzas y rogativas, otros fundaban disciplinas para predecirla, medirla y retenerla. Escrito desde uno de los puntos menos lluviosos y más amenazados por la desertización de Europa, este libro nos conduce a un fascinante viaje por el mundo y la historia, así como por los retos a los que nos enfrentamos como especie. La sed nos une, nos divide y no ha dejado ni dejará de acompañarnos, pues somos agua en busca de agua. La crítica ha dicho: «Un libro que podría recibir el Óscar al mejor montaje. Los saltos están tejidos con acierto y Mendoza juega sin abusar con los recursos narrativos para no soltar nuestra atención. La memoria personal huye de la nostalgia y la divulgación dosifica nombres propios y datos en beneficios de la agilidad». Jorge Dioni, Babelia Sobre Detendrán mi río la crítica dijo: «Es memoria viva. Escrito con una sensibilidad maravillosa, desvela algo verdaderamente profundo y poético». Sergio Del Molino «Un libro delicado, fruto de años de escucha atenta y de investigación rigurosa, en el que el conocimiento se transmite a través de una recreación narrativa que absorbe y encandila desde el primer instante». Edurne Portela «Es, sin ninguna duda, el ensayo más hermoso, poético, con más verdad y mayor delicadeza en el fondo y en la forma que he leído este 2021». Alejandro Palomas

Virginia Mendoza (Author), Isa Puchol (Narrator)

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The Artificial Intelligence Nexus: Bridging the Gap between Man and Machine

'The Artificial Intelligence Nexus: Bridging the Gap between Man and Machine' can help you explore the future. Explore in detail how artificial intelligence is changing the world and its potential to be a game changer. Have you ever been curious about the workings of artificial intelligence (AI) and how it impacts various industries, such as transportation and healthcare? Are you interested in the possible effects of AI on employment markets or the ethical dilemmas it poses? Our in-depth guide provides information on these urgent issues as well as others. It's a glimpse into the future that addresses artificial intelligence's difficulties and pitfalls while delving into the limits of possibility. This book provides a thorough knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI), including its types, uses, history, evolution, ethical considerations, and potential implications for the future. It offers case studies, professional evaluations, and forecasts to assist readers in getting ready for, adjusting to, and creating in an AI-driven society.

Jonathan Bennett (Author), Jonathan Bennett (Narrator)

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