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Homo Deus

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Homo Deus

Nature & Science

Homo Deus

Yuval Noah Harari

There has been and will be an ongoing change in our world. It is this progress and change that has built the history of our species. Having a better understanding of our history will allow us to have a more accurate picture of what is to come next. Analyze how dependent you are on digital devices. Take a day off from using mobile devices. Has your free will already been taken over by algorithms?

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Worum geht es?

In Homo Deus (2015), we are explained how we became the world's dominant species and what the future holds for humanity. It analyzes humanism, individual choice, and our devotion to the individual. It also reveals how technology and science will eventually subordinate humans to computer algorithms.

Buchzusammenfassung

Yuval Noah Harari is an Israeli historian, professor, and author known for his work in the field of history and the impact of technology on society. He is a prominent figure in the world of academia and has gained international recognition for his thought-provoking books and lectures.

"Ignorance by itself is not too dangerous. If you combine it with power, this is a toxic mix."

“Biology enables, culture forbids.”

“Questions you cannot answer are usually far better for you than answers you cannot question."

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The ambitions of humanity are constantly changing.

Collective cooperation proved humans' superiority over animals.

In religion, we have narratives that contain moral dilemmas.

Modernity has given us the power to change the course of our lives, but at what cost?

It's not God that gives meaning to liberal societies; it's the human experience.

Liberalism is under threat from modern science.

We will one day live in a world where technologies and algorithms rule.

With algorithms becoming more powerful, we must choose between fighting back or allowing them to prevail.

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