Will the upcoming intelligence explosion be the best or worst thing ever to happen to humanity, and how can we tip the balance? This riveting page-turner by a seasoned tech journalist is packed with exclusive behind-the-scenes insights, and masterfully elucidates the double-edged potential of humanity’s greatest gamble.
The Intelligence Explosion: When AI Beats Humans at Everything by James Barrat will be published in the English language by St. Martin’s Press in North America in September 2025.
James Barrat is an award-winning documentary filmmaker whose compelling work has captivated audiences worldwide through collaborations with prominent networks including National Geographic, PBS, Discovery Channel, and leading broadcasters across Europe. He is the acclaimed author of Our Final Invention: Artificial Intelligence and the End of the Human Era, and Facing Suicide: Understanding Why People Kill Themselves and How We Can Stop Them. His groundbreaking explorations of artificial intelligence will continue in his highly anticipated upcoming book, Where’s Daddy? Renowned for his deep expertise, Barrat is an internationally sought-after speaker, engaging audiences with insightful discussions on the extraordinary promise—and peril—of artificial intelligence.