Recent books about artificial intelligence have been criticized for being dull and lacking key elements of drama. Many of these writings are long on analysis and prognostication but short on narrative. However, two recent books on the subject have broken this mold.
Karen Hao's Empire of AI and Sebastian Mallaby's The Infinity Machine are engaging reads that offer a more captivating look at the topic. These books tell different stories, with Hao focusing on Sam Altman and OpenAI. Further details about the books and their perspectives on artificial intelligence are available.
The books offer a refreshing change from the typical writings on the subject, which are often more suited to a classroom setting than a casual read.
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