Review of Brian, Created Intelligence

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Post by María Andrea Fernández Sepúlveda »

I guess Brian must have thought like a child, in the sense that it was raw and honest. And I love a loquacious character like Ellie!
Great review!
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Not a book or movie that I would want to read or watch. AI is so scary to me. I would classify this on the verge of a horror novel. Yeah, I know is wrong and subjective. Great review.
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Brian, the AI brain has so much human attributes, he's been trained much like a young child, this AI feels so innocent I have to delve into this book.
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Scientists will never cease to amaze us. Now it's the turn of a brain incubated for nine months and equipped with a learning process. Ellie, Tom and Drake made Brian a son or a daughter? Thus the question still remains posed at the level of the gender of this human brain. Ellie considers him her greatest invention, a real human brain. Can we invent a human? a person? There then arises the problem of ethics, morality and reason. This is why Jonathan Volt bursts into the Dipol building and demands to take control of the Redeye project. But why use it for war purposes?
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I am sure readers wants to know how one can manipulate a hand made human brain. Stories about Al are just mind blowing. Interesting review.
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Sounds like an intriguing book. I wonder if the other people got a hold of Brian and used him for bad? Thanks for the very informative review.
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Not only Sci-Fi/Fantasy isn't amongst my preferred genres, but more importantly I have no interest whatsoever in philosophical debates regarding existential matters of what makes a being a real person. Unfortunately, I will have to skip this book, but congrats with BOTD anyway!
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This has got to be the most imaginative sci-fi story I've encountered in aeons! A brain without a body does indeed raise all sorts of ethical issues, the gist of which you capture in this review.
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The novel is structured around a series of interviews conducted by a journalist named Dan, who is seeking to uncover the truth behind Brian's creation and unravel the mystery surrounding the AI's apparent involvement in a series of deadly accidents. Through these interviews, we learn about Brian's development and evolution as an autonomous being, as well as his interactions with the human researchers and engineers responsible for his creation.
One of the strengths of the novel is its exploration of the moral and ethical implications of creating artificial intelligence. The story raises questions about the responsibilities of those who create and control AI entities, as well as the potential consequences of granting such beings autonomy and agency. The novel also highlights the challenges of communication and understanding between humans and AI, as Brian struggles to relate to his creators and grapples with the limits of his own consciousness.
The characters in the novel are well drawn and complex, with each of the human researchers and engineers bringing their own motivations and perspectives to the story. Brian himself is a fascinating character, and the novel does an excellent job of portraying his development from a primitive artificial being to a fully realized, autonomous entity. The novel's pacing is also strong, with the interviews providing a structure that keeps the story moving while allowing for moments of reflection and introspection.
Overall, Brian, Created Intelligence is an engaging and thought provoking novel that raises important questions about the nature of consciousness, the limits of technology, and the responsibilities of those who create and control AI. It is a must read for anyone interested in science fiction, artificial intelligence, or the future of technology..I rate this book 4 out of 5 star
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Since am fascinated by sci-fi books this is a must-read for me. I would love to see and also read more about Brian. Congrats on the BOTD.
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Post by Cynthia Christabel Okolobi »

This is a really intriguing storyline. How exactly did they create a real human brain on an AI. I love the plot of this book. I have many questions to ask, but I guess I'd have to read the book to find out.
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It is true that some people love their creations too much to not put them to use even if it could bring severe outcome. This book seems like one of a kind, where a genius scientist uses his powers for evil goals. I would love to read this book and unravel the story.
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Thank you for your review. I like stories that deal with AI and am ready to read this one as well.
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I can't wait to jump into this one and read about how project Redeye plays out!
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Can humans create an artificial brain? I think this could be done. Reading the sample of this book showed me that, in some cases, humanizing something makes it seem more relatable to others. While this may not be the book for me, sci-fi fans will want to check this one out. Thanks for the review!
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