This is a thriller about the creation of the first true general artificial intelligence. Its elements are now in news headlines every day. Alex Hess is a once-in-a-century genius, a computer science prodigy. Exploiting revolutionary advances in quantum computing, he has neural implants embedded in his cortex and then electronically emulates his brain, creating the world's first general AI. Initially cautious with the tremendous power he has created, he slowly allows his creation access to the outside world. Incomparably faster than any existing supercomputer, it quickly determines that humans are deeply flawed and hostile, and then takes steps to protect itself. The US government realizes that Alex has lost control before he does, and the race is on to destroy technology for which mankind is unprepared. This fast-paced, well-researched novel explores the potential and risks posed by AI, yesterday's science fiction that is becoming today's reality.
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