Ok, this wasn't an audiobook release but is the audio of three lectures from Bill Joy, Ray Kurzweil (the originator of the idea of the singularity) & Bruce Sterling.

Whether or not you accept the premise of Kurweil's idea (I don't, for a number of reasons but primarily power/scaling issues and lack of chaotic development, ie. "natural" selection), these are three fascinating speakers and well worthwhile.

1. The Dark Future - Bill Joy
Given at the Commonwealth Club, his lecture focuses on the 'imminent' perils that new technology is going to bring us.

2. The Sunny Future - Ray Kurzweil
Infinite life, artificial blood cells that will allow you to swim underwater for hours; you name it, the future has it. This talk was given at the Long Now foundation.

3. The Real Future - Bruce Sterling
Bringing us all back down from the clouds with his clever wit and charm, Bruce Sterling talks about what this upcoming singularity will look like when it arrives; if it even arrives at all. Also given at the Long Now Foundation.

Enjoy.
Thanks, as always, appreciated.

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