The progression of the Internet hasn’t slowed down one bit; in fact, it’s only just begun. And with capabilities like visitor tracking, geo-targeting and personalized marketing, the business competition on the digital playing field has become more aggressive than ever. The advancements are rapid; adaptation is vital. And yet, business owners are either too tentative to dive in or want to get started but just don’t know where to begin. In the 2nd edition of WSI’s Digital Minds, we provide a map (literally!) that’s designed to help professionals navigate through the complexities of the digital marketing realm. Fourteen of WSI’s thought-leaders explore how online strategies like web design, marketing automation, eCommerce, SEO, reputation management, email marketing and more have been shaped by online consumers and their mobile device du jour! By evolving alongside the growing trends, your brand will be equipped to leave the competition far behind.

Attention in the AI safety community has increasingly started to include strategic considerations of coordination between relevant actors in the field of AI and AI safety, in addition to the steadily growing work on the technical considerations of building safe AI systems. This shift has several reasons: Multiplier effects, pragmatism, and urgency. Given the benefits of coordination between those working towards safe superintelligence, this book surveys promising research in this emerging field regarding AI safety. On a meta-level, the hope is that this book can serve as a map to inform those working in the field of AI coordination about other promising efforts. While this book focuses on AI safety coordination, coordination is important to most other known existential risks (e.g., biotechnology risks), and future, human-made existential risks. Thus, while most coordination strategies in this book are specific to superintelligence, we hope that some insights yield “collateral benefits” for the reduction of other existential risks, by creating an overall civilizational framework that increases robustness, resiliency, and antifragility.

In today's marketing world, it isn't a question of whether you're doing digital marketing; it's a question of whether you're doing it better than your competitors! Over the years, digital marketing has become more and more complex and competitive. If you want to generate more leads and sales, expand your brand awareness, and build a loyal customer base, average digital marketing won't cut it. You need a plan that will outperform the competition and resonate with your target audience. If your digital strategy isn't bringing you the results you want, it may need some fine-tuning. In this book, some of WSI's most experienced thought-leaders will walk you through the 12 key components of an effective digital strategy. You'll learn how to leverage competitive research and well-defined buyer personas to compose a marketing plan that makes sense for your business. As well as marketing best practices on digital advertising, chatbots, video marketing, SEO, social, and lead nurturing that you can implement right away.

How developments in science and technology may enable the emergence of purely digital minds—intelligent machines equal to or greater in power than the human brain. What do computers, cells, and brains have in common? Computers are electronic devices designed by humans; cells are biological entities crafted by evolution; brains are the containers and creators of our minds. But all are, in one way or another, information-processing devices. The power of the human brain is, so far, unequaled by any existing machine or known living being. Over eons of evolution, the brain has enabled us to develop tools and technology to make our lives easier. Our brains have even allowed us to develop computers that are almost as powerful as the human brain itself. In this book, Arlindo Oliveira describes how advances in science and technology could enable us to create digital minds. Exponential growth is a pattern built deep into the scheme of life, but technological change now promises to outstrip even evolutionary change. Oliveira describes technological and scientific advances that range from the discovery of laws that control the behavior of the electromagnetic fields to the development of computers. He calls natural selection the ultimate algorithm, discusses genetics and the evolution of the central nervous system, and describes the role that computer imaging has played in understanding and modeling the brain. Having considered the behavior of the unique system that creates a mind, he turns to an unavoidable question: Is the human brain the only system that can host a mind? If digital minds come into existence—and, Oliveira says, it is difficult to argue that they will not—what are the social, legal, and ethical implications? Will digital minds be our partners, or our rivals?

Given that a representational system's phenomenal experience must be intrinsic to it and must therefore arise from its own temporal dynamics, consciousness is best understood — indeed, can only be understood — as being in time. Despite that, it is still acceptable for theories of consciousness to be summarily exempted from addressing the temporality of phenomenal experience. The chapters comprising this book represent a collective attempt on the part of their authors to redress this aberration. The diverse treatments of phenomenal consciousness range in their methodology from philosophy, through surveys and synthesis of behavioral and neuroscientific findings, to computational analysis. This collection's broad scope and integrative approach, characterized by the view of the brain as a dynamical system that computes the mind's representation space, will be of interest to researchers, instructors, and students in the cognitive sciences wishing to acquaint themselves with the current thinking in consciousness research. Series B.

Common-sense morality implicitly assumes that reasonably clear distinctions can be drawn between the "full" moral status that is usually attributed to ordinary adult humans, the partial moral status attributed to non-human animals, and the absence of moral status, which is usually ascribed to machines and other artifacts. These implicit assumptions have long been challenged, and are now coming under further scrutiny as there are beings we have recently become able to create, as well as beings that we may soon be able to create, which blur the distinctions between human, non-human animal, and non-biological beings. These beings include non-human chimeras, cyborgs, human brain organoids, post-humans, and human minds that have been uploaded into computers and onto the internet and artificial intelligence. It is far from clear what moral status we should attribute to any of these beings. There are a number of ways we could respond to the new challenges these technological developments raise: we might revise our ordinary assumptions about what is needed for a being to possess full moral status, or reject the assumption that there is a sharp distinction between full and partial moral status. This volume explores such responses, and provides a forum for philosophical reflection about ordinary presuppositions and intuitions about moral status.

Intelligence in the Digital Age examines how our current Internet age and people’s use of digital technologies may be affecting their mental capacities and emotive lives in ways in which it will become increasingly difficult for those people to explore a larger, more expansive consciousness. After beginning with an examination of how people’s attention spans, working memories, and capacity for deep thought and reading are being imperiled by their addictive use of smart phones and PCs, the discussion continues with how this may be occurring at a deep level at which the brain creates short and long-term memories, pays attention, and thinks creatively. The book then explores how these negative effects may impede the search to explore the limits of one’s thinking mind and memories in pursuit of a larger intelligence. People may have fewer opportunities to be successful in this pursuit simply because they will have lost access to important personal dynamics due to the effects of the digital world on their minds, brains, and inner lives.

Digital Humanities is becoming an increasingly popular focus of academic endeavour. There are now hundreds of Digital Humanities centres worldwide and the subject is taught at both postgraduate and undergraduate level. Yet the term ’Digital Humanities’ is much debated. This reader brings together, for the first time, in one core volume the essential readings that have emerged in Digital Humanities. We provide a historical overview of how the term ’Humanities Computing’ developed into the term ’Digital Humanities’, and highlight core readings which explore the meaning, scope, and implementation of the field. To contextualize and frame each included reading, the editors and authors provide a commentary on the original piece. There is also an annotated bibliography of other material not included in the text to provide an essential list of reading in the discipline. This text will be required reading for scholars and students who want to discover the history of Digital Humanities through its core writings, and for those who wish to understand the many possibilities that exist when trying to define Digital Humanities.

Welcome to "The Human Algorithm: Navigating the Digital Era with Mindful Technology Practices." In this book, we embark on a journey to explore the profound impact of technology on our lives and discover how we can cultivate a mindful and intentional approach to its usage. As we navigate the ever-evolving digital landscape, it is crucial to understand the effects of technology on our well-being, relationships, and society as a whole. By developing a mindful relationship with technology, we can harness its potential while preserving our humanity and prioritizing what truly matters. In this digital age, technology surrounds us at every turn, shaping how we communicate, work, and live. It has revolutionized our world, providing immense benefits and opportunities. However, it has also brought forth challenges such as digital distractions, information overload, and the erosion of privacy and human connection. As technology continues to evolve, it is essential to navigate it consciously, with awareness and intentionality. By reading this book, you will gain valuable insights, practical strategies, and thought-provoking perspectives on how to engage with technology mindfully. Each chapter delves into a specific aspect of the digital era, examining its impact on our psychology, relationships, well-being, and the world around us. We explore concepts such as the attention economy, the psychology of social media, digital wellness, and responsible innovation. Through the pages of this book, you will discover: The cognitive effects of technology on the human brain and the importance of understanding how it shapes our thoughts, behaviors, and attention span. The strategies employed by technology companies to capture and hold our attention and the consequences of constant distraction on our well-being. The psychological impact of social media on self-esteem, relationships, and overall well-being, along with techniques for managing social media addiction. The principles of mindfulness and their relevance to technology usage, as well as practical ways to integrate mindfulness practices into our digital lives. The benefits of taking breaks from technology and strategies for implementing digital detoxes in our daily lives to enhance well-being and productivity. The importance of setting boundaries for screen time and practical tips for managing and reducing excessive technology usage. Strategies for cultivating digital mindfulness and developing awareness and intentionality in our digital interactions. The impact of technology on personal relationships and ways to build and maintain meaningful connections in the digital age. Strategies for promoting mental health and well-being in the digital era, including identifying and addressing negative influences of technology on mental health. Techniques for teaching children responsible and mindful technology use and fostering healthy relationships with technology as digital natives. The philosophy of digital minimalism and embracing simplicity and intentional technology usage. The importance of cybersecurity, digital hygiene, and protecting personal information in the digital landscape. The ethical implications of technology use and the importance of responsible and conscious engagement with technology. The impact of digital distractions on productivity and strategies for enhancing focus and productivity in the digital age. The potential benefits and risks of using technology for mental health support and leveraging technology for positive mental health outcomes. Establishing healthy boundaries with technology in professional settings and strategies for managing digital overload and finding work-life balance. Becoming conscious consumers of technology and considering the environmental and social impact of tech products. The role of individuals and society in shaping the future of technology through responsible innovation and human-centered design. Reflecting on the journey towards mindful technology use and embracing the potential of a mindful digital future. By reading this book, you will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities presented by the digital era. You will acquire practical tools and strategies for managing technology, fostering well-being, and navigating the digital landscape mindfully. Whether you are an individual seeking to cultivate a healthier relationship with technology, a parent striving to guide your children in responsible tech usage, or a professional aiming to find work-life balance in a digital world, this book offers valuable insights and guidance. Now, let us embark on this journey together and discover how we can navigate the digital era with wisdom, intentionality, and compassion. By embracing a mindful approach to technology, we can harness its power while preserving our humanity, well-being, and the values that make us who we are.

This book highlights new scientific research about how people learn, including interdisciplinary perspectives from neuroscience, the social, cognitive and behavioural sciences, education, computer and information sciences, artificial intelligence/machine learning, and engineering.