Cover of Supremacy

Book · 2024 · Business & Economics

Supremacy

AI, ChatGPT, and the Race That Will Change the World

by Parmy Olson · Recommended by 1 person on 1 podcast

Why people recommend it

Supremacy by Parmy Olson is an investigative technology book that explores the inner workings and history of artificial intelligence development, particularly focusing on the journey of DeepMind. Ben Gilbert cited the publication multiple times on Acquired while analyzing the trajectory of Google and its dominance in the artificial intelligence sector. The podcast host used specific details from the book, including a quote from Shane Legg, as a primary source for recounting the foundational story of the AI lab. Additionally, the speaker referenced the publication to provide concrete figures regarding acquisition discussions, noting reported offers from major tech companies like Facebook. These podcast citations underscored the book's credibility and thorough reporting on the secretive, high-stakes world of cutting-edge artificial intelligence research. By relying on the investigative work contained within the pages, the podcast was able to construct a detailed narrative about the strategic maneuvers, corporate acquisitions, and visionary minds driving the modern AI revolution. The publication thus established itself as an indispensable resource for understanding the rapid advancements and fierce competition shaping the future of technology.

Who recommended it

Ben Gilbert — 2 mentions
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“Shane has a quote in Parm Olsen's great book Supremacy that we used as a source for a lot of this deep mind story.”
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“And there are various rumors of how much Mark offered, but according to Parmmy Olsson in her book, Supremacy, the reports are that it was up to $800 million.”

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