The Cybernetic Society

"Provides a useful, provocative picture of the AI revolution
from someone who has been involved from the start."—The Wall Street Journal

“Entrepreneur Husain paints a cautiously optimistic picture of an automated future in this accessible survey… a solid lay of the land.”—Publishers Weekly

“[an] accessible volume…  grounded in the belief that cybernetic-AI hybrids could create less bureaucratic, more equitable systems. Whether this future can bridge the digital divide and serve the many remains uncertain—but it is a question worth serious thought… an optimistic, shimmering image of a world where AI operates in service to humankind.” —Kirkus

"I really enjoyed reading this book and learned a lot from it."—Peter Turchin, Cliodynamica

"Human beings became the dominant species on planet earth, surpassing their fellow apes, because they mastered technology. And technology was always a good servant. Now we finally face the prospect of technology dominating humans. Amir Husain explains how and why these new dangers have emerged and how to prepare for them. With his unique multi-cultural background, he provides new insights we must reflect on. A must-read."—Kishore Mahbubani, former Singapore Ambassador and author of Living the Asian Century

"In The Cybernetic Society, Amir gives an insightful perspective on how we may respond to an increasingly complex world that will inevitably see humans and machines shaping the future together. Highly recommended."—Peng-Yam Tan, Chief Defense Scientist of Singapore

"Husain expertly introduces the human and machine decision processes and how they become one - both in the future and arguably already to a large extent today. Should we embrace or fear such a cybernetic society? The book leads us to a fascinating intellectual journey and provides not just some answers but also thought-provoking questions” —Haibin Xu, General Manager of Shell Research Alliance

"An essential analysis of how exponential technologies are reshaping our world. A must-read for leaders who are on the front lines driving of technological change and the companies powered by these transformative forces.”—Igor Tulchinsky, Founder and CEO, WorldQuant

"A sharply drawn illustration of a future shaped by code that will enable unimaginable levels of control of the economy. The book raises a wealth of insights into the interface between the “1s and 0s” of the digital world and the atoms of our material world and the implications for us all, and especially our children and grandchildren."—Dame Fiona Murray, Associate Dean, MIT School of Management

"Amir Husain makes a vivid and convincing case of how AI is shaping our society and lives. The symbiotic relationship between humans and machines called cybernetics will be both an opportunity and challenge. Opportunity because the total human and machine intelligence will be more than their sum, and challenge because it will extend to all aspects of our society, from politics to military to economics. Laced with authoritative references, The Cybernetic Society is a lucidly written compelling account of the unfolding AI revolution."—Pravin Sawhney, author of The Last War

"Husain delivers a bold and profound exploration of humanity's evolution alongside its machines. With the precision of an engineer and the vision of a philosopher, he maps a future where intelligence, autonomy, and complexity are inseparably woven into the fabric of civilization itself. A must-read for leaders navigating the new frontier of technological society."—Larry Kellner, former CEO of Continental Airlines and ex-Chairman of Boeing