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The Precipice by Toby Ord

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Book name: The Precipice (2024)
Category: Catastrophe
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Pages: 400 pages
Language: English
Publication data: Jan. 1, 2020, midnight
The book explores the existential risks that humanity faces in the 21st century, emphasizing the precariousness of our current moment in history. It delves into various threats, including nuclear war, climate change, and emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, arguing that our actions in the coming decades will determine the long-term future of human civilization. The author calls for a global effort to mitigate these risks and safeguard humanity's potential, combining rigorous analysis with a moral imperative to act responsibly for the sake of future generations. The 7739th greatest book of all time

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Toby Ord

Toby Ord

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