Genesis: Artificial Intelligence, Hope, and the Human Spirit by Henry Kissinger, Craig Mundy, and Eric Schmidt
What does ChatGPT have in common with Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton’s (failed) mission to reach the South Pole? According to Genesis, both share the same innate human desire to explore and a healthy appetite for risk. It is said to be a symptom of desire.
Genesis, the last of 20 books written by Henry Kissinger, who died last November at the age of 100, is the veteran diplomat’s second attempt to examine the impact of advances in AI. The first “Age of AI” presented technology as humanity’s greatest enemy to date. Genesis, co-authored with technology business leaders Eric Schmidt and Craig Mundy, similarly emphasizes the big changes ahead, but leaves room for optimism.
The book relies on references to everything from Greek and Norse mythology to Disney’s Aladdin in an attempt to explore how human societies are shaped by their initial interactions with superior intelligence. Masu.
Genesis, which argues that the benefits of technological exploration still outweigh the risks, draws on Kissinger’s personal expertise when suggesting that AI “could surpass the rather complex track record of human diplomacy.” is perhaps the most convincing.
Kissinger and his co-authors argue that humanity’s survival ultimately depends on humans’ ability to “make a clearer case for the difference between man and machine.” Their book, perhaps inevitably, raises more questions than answers on this topic. Stephanie Stacey
“Work Backwards — An innovative way to work smarter and live better” by Tim Duggan
“In the future, we will be completely fulfilled because we will work a little bit every day and achieve our goals every day. Isn’t that amazing? Well, not at all.”
So says self-proclaimed optimist Tim Duggan, co-founder of Australian independent publishing platform Junkie Media. Mr Duggan says there is no “silver bullet” to change our working lives. “The future of work is about working with deep reflection on who you are, testing, experimenting, iterating, and slowly repeating until you get better,” he says.
As the title of Mr. Duggan’s third book suggests, which was preceded by Killer Thoughts and Cult Status, we identify the lifestyle we aspire to and then develop the necessities of that lifestyle. You need to work backwards by pinpointing your income and building your work life around it.
To help us answer the all-important question, “What do I want out of life?” Duggan, also a former Rolling Stone reporter, outlines the MAP framework and helps us We ask where we find meaning in our work and identify our anchors and priorities.
Like our values, our anchors motivate us more than a paycheck. Duggan advises people to reject the “outdated idea” of separating work and personal life and strive to “fully understand” their motivations. Leah Quinn
“Buffett’s Early Investments: A New Study of the Decades of Warren Buffett’s Best Returns” by Brett Gardner
Investing has been at the heart of financial planning for centuries. Although modern technology now drives much of the process, timeless lessons from the past continue to provide guidance.
In his debut book, investor Brett Gardner examines Warren Buffett’s investments in the 1950s and 1960s and explores how the Berkshire Hathaway chairman and CEO has become one of the most respected investors in the world.
The author delves into the formative years of Buffett’s career and considers the key factors that contributed to his success. Mr. Gardner revealed Mr. Buffett’s strategy and demonstrated Mr. Buffett’s values and focus on thorough analysis, which enabled Mr. Buffett to outperform the market.
The unique value of this book lies in its case studies of the pivotal investments that shaped Buffett’s principles, including companies such as American Express and Walt Disney. Mr. Gardner’s research elucidates Mr. Buffett’s approach and how Mr. Buffett goes beyond traditional metrics, such as brand strength and market positioning, to improve business performance, long before it became a standard consideration in value investing. It shows what you were looking for qualitative elements of.
This 10-chapter book serves as a blueprint for the benefits of thoughtful investing and long-term vision. This book provides readers with an in-depth look at how dedication, strategic insight, and an eye for quality can deliver exceptional investment results. leo cremonesi
“The Challenge of Doing Business in China: A win-win doesn’t mean Western companies lose twice” by Ken Wilcox
While Silicon Valley Bank’s failure and fire sale dominated national headlines last year, there was less discussion about an equally interesting story: the bank’s winding down of its China operations.
Ken Wilcox’s new book, The Challenge of Doing Business in China, tells the little-known story of SVB’s ambitious expansion in China. Behind this is the following sense of Fomo. . . We will be missing out on a huge opportunity,” wrote the former chairman of SVB and former president of its China operations.
But when he got into the market itself, he discovered that the complex intertwining between “guanxi” and the Chinese government’s dominant role in business was far more complex than Wilcox had imagined. After years of navigating licensing delays and delicate dealings with local bureaucracies, the authors concluded that attempts to port SVB’s original model to mainland China were doomed to failure.
Ignorance or lack of preparation may have contributed to the venture’s struggles, Wilcox recalls. But what ultimately shaped China’s fate, in his view, was China’s intentions from the beginning. The goal appeared to be a calculated move to absorb and replicate Chinese business models within the country’s banking sector, rather than seeking direct business partnerships.
The kind of high-tech financing promoted by SVB has so far not been successful in China, and the author’s story reflects widespread dissatisfaction among foreign companies operating in China. Full of valuable insights, this memoir is an invaluable guide as the world faces increasing business disruption in its engagement with China, especially under the return of President Donald Trump. Chenlen
