Artificial Intelligence - Cutting Through The Hype: The Non-Geeks' Guide To Understanding AI - Paperback

by Kristine Bailey (Author)

Artificial Intelligence: Cutting Through The Hype offers an accessible, eye-opening guide to the most powerful technology of our time, and the choices we all face because of it. Whether you're a student, policymaker, parent, educator, or just someone who uses the internet, this book helps you make sense of what's going on, and why it matters.

What You'll Learn:

• What artificial intelligence and machine learning really are (and what they aren't), explained in plain language
• The core building blocks of AI, from data and algorithms to vision, speech, and language systems
• How AI powers social media feeds, recommendation engines, hiring tools, and online marketplaces
• The rise of AI in creativity, robotics, cryptocurrency, and multimodal systems
• How AI is transforming work, business, healthcare, education, and content creation
• The real risks of bias, failure, and misuse-and why ethics, inclusion, and public participation matter
• What happens when AI starts building and improving other AI systems

Rather than treating AI as either a miracle solution or an existential threat, Artificial Intelligence - Cutting Through the Hype takes a grounded, human-centered approach. It explains complex ideas without math, code, or jargon, while still respecting the intelligence of the reader.

Through real-world examples, relatable stories, and clear explanations, the book reveals how AI operates behind the scenes-and why public understanding and participation are essential as these systems shape our economy, creativity, and democracy.

No coding skills required. No technical background needed. Just curiosity, critical thinking, and a desire to understand the invisible technologies influencing your daily life.

If you've ever wondered, "How does this know what I want?", "Is AI going to change my job?", or "Who's actually in control of these systems?"-this book was written for you.

Scroll up and grab your copy today, and start cutting through the hype!