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Reviewed by Pikasho Deka for Readers' Favorite
What happens when the very foundational institutions that govern us no longer rely on human decision-making but on autonomous systems instead? What about our agency? Amos Behana covers this topic in the second installment of The Continuity Sequence trilogy, Machinehood. The author insists that autonomy depends primarily on three factors; perception, evaluation, and action. When machines begin to make systematic decisions and choices at the top level in sectors such as finance, healthcare, judiciary, or military, humanity loses its agency to govern itself. The book explores emergent ethics in machine action and the functions of nonhuman entities. It also provides a detailed definition of machinehood. You will learn about algorithmic liability, legal paths for algorithmic accountability, synthetic sovereignties, humanity's role in the future of governance, augmented institutions, and much more.
To me, Machinehood is truly a thought-provoking book. For the times we live in today, it feels more relevant than ever. As automated systems become increasingly embedded in our core institutions and day-to-day lives, we need to find ways to ensure humans continue to have a say in their own future while embracing these new technologies. Books like these will definitely help inform the general populace. It may even make sure our leaders put much more effort into tackling the many challenges that come with AI and automated systems. I really liked how Amos Behana handled a complicated subject matter like this. He provides in-depth explanations of technical and ethical concepts that many of us were probably never even aware of. It's an easy-to-follow book. I highly recommend that everyone read it.
