"Homo Deus: A Brief History of Tomorrow" is a thought-provoking book written by Israeli historian Yuval Noah Harari. The book, published in 2015, explores the possible future of humanity as we transition from Homo sapiens to a new species, Homo deus, characterized by our ability to enhance ourselves with technology and manipulate our environment. I have to say the threat was not as clear to me, when I first read it, as it was to him, who knew much more about just how AI had evolved since 2010. Harari begins by examining the history of human development, emphasizing the role of religion, science, and capitalism in shaping our societies. He posits that humanity has largely conquered famine, plague, and war, which were the leading causes of death in the past. As a result, humans have started focusing on achieving happiness, immortality, and god-like powers. The author outlines three major trends that are shaping the future: dataism, human enhancement, and artificial intelligence. Dataism refers to the increasing importance of data and algorithms in making decisions and shaping our lives. Human enhancement encompasses the use of genetic engineering, brain-computer interfaces, and other biotechnological advances to improve our physical and cognitive capabilities. Artificial intelligence, on the other hand, has the potential to surpass human intelligence, raising questions about the role and importance of humans in the future. Harari argues that the pursuit of these advancements could lead to social and ethical dilemmas, with economic inequality and the potential loss of individuality being significant concerns. The author emphasizes that the future of humanity is not predetermined, and it is up to us to shape our destiny. Homo Deus serves as a warning and an invitation to engage in a global conversation about our collective future and the ethical, social, and political implications of the technological advancements we are making. It made be both excited and anxious about where we were heading with Artificial Intelligence, well before the explosion of AI we witnessed in early 2023!