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  Social Capital: Life online in...

  Aoife Barry

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  A David and Goliath story about Ireland’s role as prime real estate for the world’s largest tech multinationals, and the considerable impact it has had on us as individuals. 
  At the start of the millennium, the Tech giants landed on Ireland’s shores. Dublin, once one of Europe’s poorest cities, became a beacon of Silicon Valley’s promise of progress and power. As the face of the capital was remade in the image of Big Tech, Irish society embraced technology like no other. Romantic Ireland was dead and gone: social media was here to stay. 
  In this provocative account, Aoife Barry explores the human cost of Ireland’s Faustian pact with Big Tech, from the local communities uprooted by Google to the traumatised moderators squirrelled in the capital’s pockets, keeping the internet safe at a terrible price. Unsettling, insightful, and wryly funny, she paints a portrait of a country addicted to the internet, refreshing the news, refreshing Twitter, scrolling and scrolling towards a feverish future. She turns an equally honest eye on her own life online, from her humble beginnings using dial-up in her parent’s kitchen to working for Ireland’s first digital-only newsroom, and asks what we bargain in exchange for life in the metaverse. 
  Social Capital is the coming of age story of Ireland 3.0: set against the backdrop of the tech revolution, it chronicles how we collapse the boundary between physical and virtual reality, and where we might go from here. 
  Barry's new book, Social Capital, is a popular science exploration into the world of computers and information technology. It's a top pick for anyone interested in the intersection of culture, economics, and the latest developments in the tech industry. 
  For fans of Bill Gifford (Ledyard), Britney Spears (The woman in me), Dolly Alderton (Everything I Know About Love), Bono (Surrender), and Ian H. Robertson (How Confidence Works). 
  HarperCollins 2023

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  Paranoia: A Journey Into Extreme...

  Daniel Freeman

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  'A TRULY IMPORTANT BOOK’ JOHN HUMPHRYS 
  'FASCINATING… SHOCKING' SPECTATOR 
  What is paranoia? What makes us mistrustful? How can this be overcome? 
  Daniel Freeman, Professor of Psychology at Oxford, has spent thirty years at the vanguard of paranoia research and treatment. This remarkable and moving book tells the story of that journey. 
  For decades, conventional wisdom held that paranoia was only experienced by people with severe mental health problems and little could be done to rectify its disastrous effects. Paranoia gives us a front row seat as Freeman turns the traditional view on its head. 
  He develops life-changing treatments for clinical paranoia – often using state-of-the-art technology like virtual reality. He reveals that suspicion is rife in society, with paranoia widespread, conspiracy theories rampant and emotion all too often trumping evidence. He discovers the causes of mistrust, including the role of genes, trauma, lack of sleep, worry, low self-confidence, cannabis use and hearing voices, and delves into the murky world of Covid-19 conspiracy theories. Lighting up the narrative throughout are the rarely heard voices of people whose lives have been almost wrecked by paranoia – and then in many cases transformed by Freeman’s groundbreaking treatments. 
  This is also a practical book. Freeman shows how we can measure our own levels of mistrust. He explains how we can remedy things if those levels are higher than we’d like, because although mistrust can seem engrained, things can change for the better. Ultimately, it can be overcome. Compelling and compassionate, this is a gripping tale from the front line of suspicion – an impassioned plea for the urgent rebuilding of trust between us all. 
  Daniel Freeman's Paranoia is a compelling mix of autobiography, neuroscience, and social science. It offers a deep understanding of paranoia, its medical implications, and the anxieties and phobias it can cause, providing self-help strategies for patients. 
  For fans of Lucy Johnstone (Users and Abusers of Psychiatry), Esmé Weijun Wang (The Collected Schizophrenias), Irvin D. Yalom (Hour of the Heart), Dr Joseph Jebelli (The Brain at Rest), and Paul Gilbert (CFT Made Simple). 
  HarperCollins 2024

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  How To Get Into AI - A...

  Virversity Online Courses

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  Embark on an AI journey with our beginner-friendly online course designed to provide a foundational understanding of Artificial Intelligence. This course opens doors to numerous career opportunities by equipping you with essential AI knowledge.
   
  Master AI Fundamentals- Grasp key AI concepts and terminologies.- Explore AI's historical background and evolution.- Discover AI's potential and applications in various industries.- Learn to identify and assess AI trends and developments.
   
  Introduction to AI BasicsArtificial Intelligence is revolutionizing industries and shaping the tech future. Starting with core concepts and definitions, you'll appreciate AI's rapid evolution through its historical milestones.Through engaging lectures and practical examples, learn about AI's diverse applications, from robotics and natural language processing to image recognition. Gain insights into AI implementations across sectors like healthcare, finance, and automotive.By course end, you'll critically assess AI trends and engage in discussions on its future. Be prepared for advanced AI studies or to enter AI-related fields with a solid foundational understanding.Complete the course with newfound confidence in engaging with AI technologies and a clearer vision of leveraging AI for personal and professional growth.

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  Harvesting Rainwater: A...

  Dion Rosser

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  Transform Your Property into a Self-Sustaining Oasis! 
  Ever gazed at the sky during a downpour and dreamed of turning those raindrops into a treasure trove, more than just soggy shoes? 
  What if you could make rain your ally, helping you dodge hefty water bills while transforming your garden into the neighborhood's crown jewel? 
  Prepare to become the Rain Whisperer with this revolutionary guide! Whether you're a seasoned green thumb or a newbie embarking on your sustainability quest, this audiobook is your ultimate companion. 
  In this transformative journey, you will:Discover the Stunning Truth: Learn how rainwater can be your unsung hero, saving you money and turning your plants into happy, thriving beings.Master the Art of Sustainable Living: Acquire easy, impressive techniques that will leave even your houseplants in awe.Immerse Yourself in Eco-Friendly Practices: Dive deep into practices that not only benefit you but also contribute positively to our planet. 
  Essential Highlights:Water Purification Unveiled: Discover the magic of advanced filtration methods and reverse osmosis systems, ensuring every drop of water is safe and potable.Advanced Filtration Techniques: Dive into the realm of micron-sized defenders, guaranteeing pristine and safe water in every drop.Disinfection Mastery: Uncover the power of cutting-edge disinfection techniques, including UV purification, ensuring every sip is free from microbial threats. 
  Click the “Add to Cart” button now and embark on a journey to harness nature’s gift, making every drop of rain count towards a thriving, self-sufficient future!

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  The End of Privacy — Especially...

  Owen Blackwood

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Confront the death of privacy in the digital age and understand how your personal information has become a commodity traded without your meaningful consent or awareness. This alarming audiobook reveals the extent of surveillance capitalism, government monitoring, and data harvesting that makes genuine privacy effectively impossible for ordinary people today. Learn how smartphones, smart devices, social media platforms, and digital services collect intimate details about your behavior, relationships, health, and psychology around the clock. The narrator exposes the data broker industry that compiles comprehensive profiles on every individual, selling information to anyone willing to pay without notification or permission. Discover how surveillance infrastructure originally built for security became commercial exploitation apparatus with minimal regulatory constraint. Understand why privacy policies you never read actually authorize almost unlimited data collection and sharing while creating illusion of protection. This audiobook examines the psychological effects of surveillance on behavior, thought, and self-expression even when people believe they have nothing to hide. Learn what privacy researchers, former tech employees, and digital rights advocates understand about the true cost of convenience that trades personal information for services. Perfect for anyone using digital technology who wants to understand what they are actually exchanging and what limited options remain for those seeking to preserve any privacy in the surveillance age.

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  Cocaine's Son - A Memoir

  Dave Itzkoff

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  New York Times journalist David Itzkoff crafts a powerful, remarkably honest memoir that no reader will ever forget. Growing up, David understood his father to be a trusted ally and confidant-a man who always had some hard-won wisdom to share. But he was also a junkie. As David grew older, he fell into the same trap, until he and his father hit the road in search of their "morning after." "A memoir can be great for many reasons, but one quality matters more than all the others-brutal, uncomfortable honesty."-Chuck Klosterman

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