Human Intelligence

Many Americans have condemned the "enhanced interrogation" techniques used in the War on Terror as a transgression of human rights. But the United States has done almost nothing to prosecute past abuses or prevent future violations. Tracing this knotty contradiction from the 1950s to the present, historian Alfred W. McCoy probes the political and cultural dynamics that have made impunity for torture a bipartisan policy of the U.S. government.

Conventional ways of selling are becoming outdated. Learn what it takes to go from the traditional sales mindset to a tech-enabled sales superhero. In tough markets and with more people working remotely, creating a quality sales pipeline in traditional ways is more challenging than ever. As...

After a tumultuous year in which her mentor is murdered and her estranged father comes back into her life, Pia Grazdani, the embattled medical student from Death Benefit, decides to take a year off from her medical studies and escape New York City. Intrigued by the promise of the burgeoning...

If you want to discover how to analyze people, then pay attention...In this audiobook, you will be exposed to ways of pulling back the masks of people and taking an interrogative look at the individuals that hide beneath them... This audiobook is about being able to accurately estimate what context might be behind the way a person acts and how to use the skills you find in that process to aid in all other areas of your life, including personal and business relationships, and internal concepts you may have on a more philosophical level.

A bold, hopeful, and thought-provoking account by “one of the world’s leading thinkers” (The Observer) of how we built a lonely world, how the pandemic accelerated the problem, and what we must do to come together again “A compelling vision for how we can bridge our many divides at...

"Captivating."—The Washington Post Named a Best Book of Summer by Good Morning America BuzzFeed PopSugar BookRiot LifeSavvy CT Post From "a master of historical fiction" (NPR), Karin Tanabe's A Woman of Intelligence is an exhilarating tale of post-war New York City, and one...

Derek Rydall, the author behind The Abundance Project, offers an empowering and actionable guide for workers, creators, leaders, and educators to unlock their full potential and not only survive but thrive in the AI era. As AI accelerates beyond human capabilities, the real threat isn’t that...

A business anthropologist reveals how cultural intelligence is the essential tool for understanding human behavior Why do people do what we do? To answer this question, many of us turn to psychology. But it’s not enough to understand how we think. We also have to recognize the influence of...

In the digital labyrinth of the 21st century, a quiet anxiety has become the soundtrack to our lives. We are drowning in notifications, yet starving for meaning. We chase the ghost of productivity, only to end the day exhausted, wondering what we accomplished. As artificial intelligence accelerates, an urgent question echoes in our boardrooms, living rooms, and classrooms: Will you be replaced, imprisoned, or empowered? The Centaur's Edge is not another technical manual or a breathless prediction of dystopia.

Embark on a riveting exploration into the depths of human psychology with "Dark Psychology and Gaslighting Manipulation." This comprehensive guide is your key to unraveling the mysteries of persuasion, mind control, and safeguarding yourself against manipulation. Unveil the Tactics: Dive into the art and science of manipulation, exploring the different strategies employed to control others. From dark psychology to the nuances of NLP and the intricacies of body language, this book equips you with the knowledge to understand, defend, and empower yourself.

We are in the midst of an unprecedented degree of technology-driven change at the same time that society faces challenges more complex than our organizations and we as individuals have been prepared to handle. Autonomous Transformation: Creating a More Human Future in the Era of Artificial Intelligence is for leaders who want to create a better future within this context of change and supplies a balance of historical and theoretical context with practical frameworks for beginning to create a more human future today.

In The Paradox of Progress, Dr. Michael M. Karch delves into the ethical complexities of AI’s rapid evolution. Drawing from a career spanning three decades in robotics, orthopedic surgery, and international disaster response, Dr. Karch investigates AI’s far-reaching impact and initiates critical discussion about its duality. This is a compelling exploration through historical precedents of progress and AI’s challenges today, including fears of data bias, deep fakes, technological hegemony, and job displacement.

After billions of dollars and 50 years of effort, researchers are finally cracking the code on artificial intelligence. As society stands on the cusp of unprecedented change, Jerry Kaplan unpacks the latest advances in robotics, machine learning, and perception powering systems that rival or exceed human capabilities. Driverless cars, robotic helpers, and intelligent agents that promote our interests have the potential to usher in a new age of affluence and leisure.

Can AI tell us its own story? Does AI have its own voice? At a wedding in early 2022, three friends were introduced to an early, raw version of the AI model behind ChatGPT by their fellow groomsman, an OpenAI scientist. While the world discovered ChatGPT—OpenAI’s hugely popular chatbot—the...

In Trustworthy AI, award-winning executive Beena Ammanath offers a practical approach for enterprise leaders to manage business risk in a world where AI is everywhere by understanding the qualities of trustworthy AI and the essential considerations for its ethical use within the organization and in the marketplace. The author draws from her extensive experience across different industries and sectors in data, analytics and AI, the latest research and case studies, and the pressing questions and concerns business leaders have about the ethics of AI.

In The Smart Negotiator: Unlocking the Power of AI and Human Insight, internationally renowned trainer, speaker, and professor Dr. Keld Jensen takes you on a groundbreaking journey to redefine what it means to be a smart negotiator in a world where human skills meet the transformative capabilities of artificial intelligence. Through engaging commentary, real-world case studies, and AI-driven examples, this book unveils a new perspective on strategic negotiation—where timeless principles like trust and cooperation are amplified by cutting-edge technology.

Digital strategist, technologist, doctoral researcher, acclaimed management thinker, and seasoned business executive Hamilton Mann emphasizes that the challenge of AI is in ensuring systems that exhibit integrity-led capabilities over the pursuit of mere general or super intelligence. Mann tackles the inadequacies of traditional ethical frameworks in handling the complexities of new AI technologies to make them trustworthy and reliable as they profoundly impact human lives.

Working in a digital product environment? 85% of job success comes from well‐developed people skills. The greater your skills in leadership, emotional intelligence and resilience, the more likely you are to succeed. "Human Powered" is a concise and accessible guide that will help you collaboratively solve problems, resolve conflict and inspire others. Get everyone doing this and you'll have truly high-performing digital product teams.

A defense technology expert and military leader reveals the future of robotic warfare, and illuminates the path to navigate the approaching storm of global change.

Have you ever wondered how you can decode people's facial expressions? Are you interested in learning what different gestures and postures mean? Do you want to know how to detect lies and deceit? While you can’t read people’s minds, you can learn to read people like a book by observing and accurately interpreting their non-verbal cues. These skills are crucial if you wish to become a more effective communicator and gain insight into other people’s thoughts and feelings.