Information technology

A Harvard Business School professor and a16z crypto research partner and a career marketer and Web3 entrepreneur demystify the coming digital revolution, showing how NFTs will transform our online and offline interactions. NFTs aren´t just pictures on the internet, or a fad that has come and gone. Rather, they're a new technology for creating digital assets and providing irrefutable proof of owne

Tesla is the envy of the automotive world. The first car company to be valued at $1 trillion, its electric vehicles can be found across the globe, coveted symbols of both wealth and virtue. The company's rise has elevated its CEO, the mercurial and charismatic Elon Musk, into a celebrity-not to mention making him the richest man in the world. But Tesla's success was far from guaranteed. Founded

The concept of "the metaverse" has exploded in the public consciousness, but its contours remain elusive. Is it merely an immersive virtual reality playground, one that Facebook and other platforms will angle to control? Is it simply the next generation of massive multiplayer online games? Or is it something more revolutionary? As Herman Narula shows, the metaverse is the latest manifestation of

These colorful programming study cards help new Python coders drill and reinforce the concepts, syntax, and terminology they'll need to become successful professional programmers. Keep your coding skills sharp on the go! Python Flash Cards take a tried-and-tested method and give it a programming makeover. Eric Matthes, author of the best-selling Python Crash Course, distills essential Python prog

We like to think that we are in control of the future of "artificial" intelligence. The reality, though, is that we--the everyday people whose data powers AI--aren't actually in control of anything. When, for example, we speak with Alexa, we contribute that data to a system we can't see and have no input into--one largely free from regulation or oversight. The big nine corporations--Amazon, Goog

'An utterly absorbing account of humans, computers, and how much they differ' Dame Diane Coyle, author of Cogs and Monsters

What does Artificial Intelligence mean for our identity? Our fascination with AI stems from the perceived uniqueness of human intelligence. We believe it's what differentiates us. Fears of AI not only concern how it invades our digital lives

Three pioneering thinkers offer a powerful guide to our future amid AI's rapid acceleration.

Featuring stunning concept art and visual details, this is the first in the definitive series on the cinematics that bring World of Warcraft vividly to life.World of Warcraft redefined online gaming, and over the last fifteen years each new chapter has delivered new and incredible cinematics. The Cinematic Art of World of Warcraft goes behind the scenes with the Warcraft cinematic team. With never

What lies beyond the veil of death?Journey past this mortal coil and discover the secrets of the Shadowlands. Study the practices around death and dying on Azeroth, then follow a Broker through the groves of Ardenweald, over the gleaming towers of Bastion, and into the depths of the Maw for a detailed voyage unlike any other.Featuring gorgeous artwork never before glimpsed by mortal eyes, a stunni

Destiny Grimoire Anthology weaves tales from multiple sources together for the first time, casting new light on Destiny's most legendary heroes, infamous villains, and their greatest moments of triumph and tragedy.

Delve deeper into the dark fantasy world of the Diablo universe as Deckard Cain shares history and lore in this fictional illustrated journal.In Blizzard Entertainment’s Diablo® and Diablo II, the recurring character of Deckard Cain delivered quests, accompanied the brave adventurer, and, as the last of the Horadrim, provided a link to the greater history of the world of Sanctuary. Ever mysterious

From Blizzard Entertainment, the makers of critically acclaimed games such as Warcraft®, StarCraft®, and Diablo® comes this exciting companion edition to Diablo III: Book of Cain, giving fans an in-depth look into the mind of Tyrael.One of the most exciting and visceral action role-playing games in recent memory, Diablo® has become a worldwide gaming phenomenon. Diablo III: Book of Tyrael takes fa

A rich, narrative explanation of the mathematics that has brought us machine learning and the ongoing explosion of artificial intelligence Machine learning systems are making life-altering decisions for us: approving mortgage loans, determining whether a tumor is cancerous, or deciding if someone gets bail. They now influence developments and discoveries in chemistry, biology, and physics—t

The first, foundational book on blockchain technology, from the bestselling author of Wikinomics Don Tapscott and blockchain expert Alex Tapscott, now in paperback with a new preface and chapter explaining recent developments in the world of blockchain, including cryptoassets, ICOs, smart contracts, and more.   “This book has had an enormous impact on the evolution of blockchain in the

What is artificial intelligence? What problems does it solve? Should we fear its potential? In this highly accessible guide to the subject, Richard Urwin explains how AI came about and how it has developed over the years through the construction of ever more sophisticated computer programs. From primitive calculators and early robotics to stock market analytics and ChatGPT, readers can explore

Consult the wisdom of the ancient Classical world in this beautiful new oracle, complete with 50 oracle cards and a full-colour guidebook, enclosed in a sleek lidded box. Ancient Greek and Roman gods and goddesses guide the reader in this beautiful new oracle. Discover the mythology behind these figures and how they are relevant to answering modern questions about life. Enjoy the extraordinary

New York Times bestselling author Deepak Chopra delivers a visionary and unprecedented exploration of how artificial intelligence can revolutionize well-being and open new horizons for personal development. “AI has the potential to help us create a more peaceful, just, sustainable, healthy, and joyful world. Digital Dharma shows you a path.”—Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI In a world captivated

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • “The conscience of the AI revolution” (Fortune) explains how we´ve arrived at an era of AI harms and oppression, and what we can do to avoid its pitfalls. “AI is not coming, it´s here. If we answer the beautiful call inside these pages, we can decide who we are going to be and how we´re going to use technology in service of what it means to be fully human.”—Bren&e

An encyclopedic collection of art and information from the global hit game Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, presented in a deluxe, full-color, hardcover volume. The second Material Ultimania volume created for Final Fantasy VII Remake, this lavishly illustrated book offers readers a wealth of insight into the making of the award-winning RPG. In addition to production art and CG imagery of cha

Weigh the past and seize your destiny-wherever the darkened path may lead-with The Sanctuary Tarot Deck and Guidebook, inspired by the mythos of Blizzard Entertainment's Diablo and its magic-infused world of Sanctuary.In this deluxe boxed set featuring 78 oversize cards and a 96-page guidebook, rekindle the traditions of those who threw bones, read tea leaves, and invoked the supernatural to light