This segment post offers a critical review of Yuval Noah Harari's Nexus preface. The author finds Harari's framing of populists versus institutionalists overly simplistic and divisive, characterising it as a polemic aimed at an elite audience. Concerns are raised about Harari's sensationalist portrayal of AI as an existential threat and his reliance on a dated ethical framework. While acknowledging some insightful points on information warfare, the reviewer ultimately questions Harari's objectivity, suggesting potential bias in favour of established power structures. The overall assessment is one of scepticism regarding the book's promise of exploring nuanced middle ground.
https://philosophics.blog/2025/01/04/first-impressions-of-nexus/
