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From the New York Times bestselling authors of Abundance and Bold comes a practical playbook for technological convergence in our modern era.

In their book Abundance, bestselling authors and futurists Peter Diamandis and Steven Kotler tackled grand global challenges, such as poverty, hunger, and energy. Then, in Bold, they chronicled…

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2 authors picked The Future is Faster Than You Think as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

When Peter’s book was released the same month as mine, I was initially concerned it would be duplicative. As I eagerly read his book, I realized it was a companion piece to mine. We discuss many of the same topics, and examples in my book help to illustrate concepts in his and vice versa.

If you enjoyed my book, you’ll love this.

If you're interested in learning about the impact of technology on our future, The Future Is Faster Than You Think is a must-read.

In this book, the author explores how converging technologies like artificial intelligence, robotics, and biotechnology are transforming business, industries, and our lives. 

Diamandis provides examples of how these technologies are already changing our world, and shares his insights into what the future may hold. By reading this book, you can expect to gain a deeper understanding of the potential benefits and challenges that will arise as technology continues to advance at an exponential pace.

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