Site of the historian behind Sapiens and Nexus, with essays and talks on information technology, power and what automation does to societies.
From the site: Prof. Yuval Noah Harari is a historian, philosopher and best-selling author of 'Sapiens' and 'Homo Deus'. Discover his ideas, writing and lectures.
Why I recommend it: He writes about technology as a historian, not an engineer, which is exactly why he is worth reading next to the engineers.
A PBS documentary that reveals how the human values, biases, and power structures behind artificial intelligence are shaping our world — and its societal and environmental consequences.
From the site: Ghost in the Machine reveals AI's troubled history and present-day impacts.
Why I recommend it: Premiered September 14, 2026. Available on PBS through December 13, 2026.
Jordyn Abrams on how environmental and anti-establishment thinking in extremist movements suggests anti-tech violence will grow.
From the site: The combination of environmental and anti-establishment thinking in extremist movements suggest anti-tech violence will grow, writes Jordyn Abrams.
Why I recommend it: A sobering historical read about backlash to technology; important context for anyone building or regulating AI.
