Unsupervised: Navigating and Influencing a World Controlled by Powerful New Technologies

Unsupervised: Navigating and Influencing a World Controlled by Powerful New Technologies examines the fast-emerging technologies and tools that are already starting to revolutionize our world, and why we must act and adapt to influence and help oversee the future. It delves into quantum computing, artificial intelligence, blockchain, decentralization, virtual and augmented reality, and permanent connectivity, and offers a thorough analysis of energy and medical technologies, as well as predictions for how new tech will redefine work, money, entertainment, transportation, and home and cities.

Format: Hardback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 13 September 2023
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Unsupervised: Navigating and Influencing a World Controlled by Powerful New Technologies delves into the rapidly emerging technologies and tools that are poised to transform our world entirely. The book goes beyond this to explore the historical context that has brought us to this pivotal point, examining the powerful entities that control these technologies, often without supervision. It emphasizes the urgent need for business leaders, entrepreneurs, academics, educators, lawmakers, investors, and users, as well as all responsible citizens, to take action and shape the future of this technological world.

Quantum computing, artificial intelligence, blockchain, decentralization, virtual and augmented reality, and permanent connectivity are just a few of the technologies and trends examined in the book. However, the book delves much deeper, offering a comprehensive analysis of energy and medical technologies, as well as insightful predictions for how new tech will redefine various aspects of our lives, including work, money, entertainment, transportation, and homes and cities.

Authors Daniel Doll-Steinberg and Stuart Leaf, with their extensive experience in building and implementing disruptive technologies, investing and deploying funds, and advising business leaders, governments, and supranational bodies on change management, the future of work, innovation, and disruption, education, and the economy, provide valuable insights into the potential impacts of these technologies. They consider how every aspect of our lives, society, economy, and government will likely undergo significant transformations in the coming decade.

As we peer into the future, it becomes evident that the challenges and opportunities presented by these technologies are immense. The book offers valuable guidance on how individuals and organizations can harness these technologies for positive change, while also preparing for the potential disruptions and risks they may bring. By acting and adapting to the rapidly evolving technological landscape, we can shape a future that is more prosperous, sustainable, and inclusive for all.

Weight: 726g
Dimension: 160 x 237 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781394209903