Humans Need Not Apply: A Guide to Wealth & Work in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

An "intriguing, insightful" look at how algorithms and robots could lead to social unrest—and how to avoid it (The Economist, Books of the Year).

After decades of effort, researchers are finally cracking the code on artificial intelligence. Society stands on the cusp of unprecedented change, driven by 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 int...