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Modern WisdomAug 24, 2020

#213 - James Ball - Who Owns The Internet & How It Owns Us

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#213 - James Ball - Who Owns The Internet & How It Owns Us includes mentions of The System Who Owns the Internet and How It Owns Us by James Ball, Irresistible by Adam Alter, Superintelligence by Nick Bostrom, and War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy, with indexed source context and timestamps where available.

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Indexed context: The host mentions 'The System Who Owns the Internet and How It Owns Us' to highlight the complexities and challenges posed by major tech companies in…

Irresistible
Adam Alter

Indexed context: The host mentions 'Irresistible' by Adam Alter to highlight the manipulative tactics used by tech companies to keep users engaged. The book provides…

Superintelligence
Nick Bostrom

Indexed context: The host discusses the significant concerns raised in 'Superintelligence' regarding the control problem of AI. This book is pivotal for understanding…

Guest: James Ball
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James Ball is a writer, journalist & Pulitzer Prize winner. The internet is more than the website you browse... it's real wires under the Atlantic, humans who have a big red button that can turn everything off, superbuildings with server centres, and a philosophy of freedom of information that we're moving further away from.
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The System Who Owns the Internet and How It Owns Us
James Ball

The host mentions 'The System Who Owns the Internet and How It Owns Us' to highlight the complexities and challenges…

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Irresistible
Adam Alter

The host mentions 'Irresistible' by Adam Alter to highlight the manipulative tactics used by tech companies to keep u…

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Superintelligence
Nick Bostrom

The host discusses the significant concerns raised in 'Superintelligence' regarding the control problem of AI. This b…

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War and Peace
Leo Tolstoy

The host mentions 'War and Peace' to illustrate the potential for any writer to achieve significant success, akin to…

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  • The conversation centers on addictive technology.
  • A second recurring theme is impact of internet ownership.
  • Referenced books include The System Who Owns the Internet and How It Owns Us by James Ball and Irresistible by Adam Alter.
  • Related interests include Individuals interested in technology and internet dynamics and Individuals interested in technology's impact on behavior and society..

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The System Who Owns the Internet and How It Owns Us cover
Best for Individuals interested in technology and internet dynamicsOften cited around impact of internet ownership

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended
For: Individuals interested in technology and internet dynamics
Indexed context: So the system who owns the Internet and how it owns us will be out when this podcast drops.
The host mentions 'The System Who Owns the Internet and How It Owns Us' to highlight the complexities and challenges posed by major tech companies in the digital landscape. The book is presented as a crucial resource for understanding these dynamics and their implications for individuals and businesses alike.
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Irresistible
Adam Alter
Best for Individuals interested in technology's impact on behavior and society.Often cited around addictive technology

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Adam Alter's book discusses the rise of addictive technology and how tech companies manipulate us, highlighting the impact of features like Infinite Scroll.

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended
For: Individuals interested in technology's impact on behavior and society.
Indexed context: Irresistible, the rise of addictive technology and the business of keeping us hooked.
The host mentions 'Irresistible' by Adam Alter to highlight the manipulative tactics used by tech companies to keep users engaged. The book provides insights into the addictive nature of technology and the consequences of these practices on society.
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Superintelligence
Nick Bostrom
Best for Researchers and policymakers in AI ethicsOften cited around risks of artificial intelligence

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Superintelligence is an exploration of the potential risks associated with artificial intelligence, particularly the control problem and its implications for humanity.

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Sentiment: Critical Analysis
For: Researchers and policymakers in AI ethics
Indexed context: Superintelligence is an exploration of the potential risks associated with artificial intelligence, particularly the control problem and its implications for humanity.
The host discusses the significant concerns raised in 'Superintelligence' regarding the control problem of AI. This book is pivotal for understanding the potential existential risks that advanced AI poses to humanity.
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War and Peace
Leo Tolstoy
Best for Aspiring authors and content creatorsOften cited around Venture Capital Impact

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The speaker mentions that there is no reason why your book shouldn't be the next fucking war and peace or, you know, whatever.

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Sentiment: Passing Reference
For: Aspiring authors and content creators
Indexed context: there is no reason why your book shouldn't be the next fucking war and peace
The host mentions 'War and Peace' to illustrate the potential for any writer to achieve significant success, akin to the classic novel's impact. This reference highlights the competitive nature of the current media landscape and the psychological pressures it creates.
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The System Who Owns the Internet and How It Owns Us
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Irresistible
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Indexed context: The host mentions 'Irresistible' by Adam Alter to highlight the manipulative tactics used by tech companies to keep users engaged. The book provides…
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Indexed context: The host discusses the significant concerns raised in 'Superintelligence' regarding the control problem of AI. This book is pivotal for understanding…
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The System Who Owns the Internet and How It Owns Us
James Ball

The host mentions 'The System Who Owns the Internet and How It Owns Us' to highlight the complexities and challenges posed by major tech companies…

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Mentioned at 1:00:36
Irresistible
Adam Alter

The host mentions 'Irresistible' by Adam Alter to highlight the manipulative tactics used by tech companies to keep users engaged. The book provide…

Direct Amazon listing · affiliate link
Superintelligence cover
Mentioned at 1:04:55
Superintelligence
Nick Bostrom

The host discusses the significant concerns raised in 'Superintelligence' regarding the control problem of AI. This book is pivotal for understandi…

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