“Understanding AI is a daunting task that becomes more difficult with the advances of each passing day. This book offers a great starting point for those worried they’ll never catch up. James covers the essential history, principles, and implications of AI in a way that is accessible to neophytes but broad enough to offer useful insights even to AI professionals who often end up narrowly focused.”

“A masterclass for understanding and investing in the most transformative technology of our time. From AI history to hardware and hype, this book cuts through the noise and delivers signal with clarity and insight.”

“This is the book I will give to everyone in my life to help them get to grips with the future.”

“James is one of the clearest thinkers in AI. This book is an encapsulation of everything that's excellent about his work—deep systems-level thinking delivered through deceptively clear prose. What You Need to Know About AI doesn't just tell you about AI; it gives you simple, powerful ways to understand its real impact on your job and the world. This is the most essential, grounded, and genuinely useful guide you will find on the most important technology of our time.”

“The quickest and clearest way I’ve seen to be well-informed on the most important topics in AI, and a book I will be sharing with friends who are trying to get up the curve on potentially the most important technology of our lifetimes.”

“James does a great job pulling back both the hype and horror around AI to paint a grounded but also encouraging picture of what the future can look like with this wide scope of exciting new technologies.”

“A lucid, deeply engaging exploration that demystifies the most consequential technology of our time. James brings together the rare trifecta of clarity, depth, and storytelling to deliver a guide on AI that is as thought-provoking as it is accessible. Essential reading for anyone who wants to understand what AI is and take an honest look at the implications of its integration into our lives. This book doesn’t just inform; it empowers. It’s the lighthouse for anyone navigating the fog of AI hype and fear.”

“James is a polymath bridging AI history, cutting-edge algorithms, and the AI revolution with philosophical depth and venture capital savvy.”

“Really enjoyed this book. James always asks penetrating questions and that translates into an excellent synthesis of the pitfalls and promises of the AI revolution.”

“I enjoyed reading this book by a successful and well-informed AI practitioner because it is easy to read yet captures some of the tough issues at the dawn of the age of AI.”