You've developed a specialized skillset as a technology professional. Your personal finance reference should match.

Whether you want to build your wealth, manage your finances, or learn best practices for handling the unique financial issues you face as a technology professional, wealth manager Bruce Barton lays out the information you need on:

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Will a computer ever compose a symphony, write a prize-winning novel, or paint a masterpiece? And if so, would we be able to tell the difference?

As humans, we have an extraordinary ability to create works of art that elevate, expand and transform what it means to be alive.

Yet in many other areas, new developments in AI are shaking up...

“The universe of video games and the action they involve us in render perfectly the illusions and antagonisms of our ideological predicament - the popularity of post-apocalyptic games tells it all. But perhaps even more important is the type of subjectivity a gamer has to adopt when immersed into a game: a mixture of extreme engagement and loss of...

What unites Google and Facebook, Apple and Microsoft, Siemens and GE, Uber and Airbnb? Across a wide range of sectors, these firms are transforming themselves into platforms: businesses that provide the hardware and software foundation for others to operate on. This transformation signals a major shift in how capitalist firms operate and how they interact...

Through his pioneering work in science, technology and language design, Stephen Wolfram has developed his own signature way of thinking about an impressive range of subjects. In this lively book of essays, Wolfram takes the reader along on some of his most surprising and engaging intellectual adventures. From science consulting for a Hollywood movie...

Winner of the 2017 Nautilus Silver Award for Religion/Spirituality of Eastern Thought!

Facebuddha: Transcendence in the Age of Social Networks is a rich modern Asian American immigrant memoir of relationship online and off, a state-of-the-art exploration of psychological research about social media, and an engaging introduction to Buddhism.

We are who happens...

Jake Paul, PewDiePie and Zoella have millions of fans in their thrall. Their videos zoom around the globe, from LA to London to Lagos. And their power is growing. Nearly two billion people now watch YouTube.

Yet the world’s biggest video site remains a mystery to the public and media. What is the secret of its appeal? How do its stars cope with being in...

Take your Microsoft Word skills to the next level with the second edition of our popular Microsoft Word guide!

Most people can use Word to write simple documents. But what about Word's sophisticated design, review, and collaboration tools? Microsoft Word In 30 Minutes (Second Edition) will get you up to speed with Word 2019 and Word Online and help you...

We are about to become superhuman. In Augmented Mind: AI, Humans, and the Superhuman Revolution, serial AI entrepreneur Alex Bates explains how the combination of AI with human intelligence—Intelligence Augmentation—has revolutionary potential.

Bates has worked a decade on the front lines of AI research and implementation, facilitating the collaboration of...

Will the workplace of the future be overrun by machines and robots? Are the new frontiers of artificial intelligence (AI) on the cusp of dethroning us in efficiency, intelligence and innovative potential? Automation and AI will augment our human world and potential. The winners of the future of work are those that harness the power of machines to their...

Dealing with things such as website hosting and finding the best platform for setting up your website can be a daunting and overwhelming task. This book will show you how to navigate the world of websites, domains, emails, hosting services, and SEO* fast, easy, and at the lowest cost. It will also help you avoid many pitfalls so that you'll be able to make...

'Magisterial... a tour de force.' Anthony Giddens

'Essential reading.' Jamie Bartlett

'Prepare to be terrified, exhilarated and occasionally inspired.' Catherine Mayer

'Timely and incisive.' Greg Williams, Wired

'Thrilling and terrifying in equal measure.' Olivia Solon

A groundbreaking examination of the new centres of power and control in the twenty-first...

Learn everything you need to know about Fortnite: Battle Royale, from gameplay basics to advanced tips and tricks, with 100% Unofficial Fortnite Essential Guide.

Enter the world of Fortnite: Battle Royale, the all-action, free-to-play, gaming phenomenon! Whether you're a total noob or an experienced player, the 100% Unofficial Fortnite Essential Guide will...

Do you have concerns about your online safety and privacy? 
Do you want to protect your online transactions efficiently?

You're not alone. 

This book explains effective ways to protect your personal and financial information online and outlines the useful sercurity tips for online shopping and tech that are often ignore. 

For young and old, the experienced...

The gripping inside story of the race to build conversationally capable computers

Chat with the author: ask your Alexa device to ‘open the voice computing book’
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The next great technological disruption is coming.

The titans of Silicon Valley are racing to build the last, best computer that the world will ever need. They know that whoever...

This is the ultimate guide to protect your data on the web. From passwords to opening emails, everyone knows what they should do but do you do it? Tons of malicious content floods the internet which can compromise your system and your device, be it your laptop, tablet or phone. How often do you make payments online? Do you have children and want to ensure...

As a small business owner, there’s nothing more important than harnessing the latest digital trends to grow your business from small-time to a successful empire.

Digital advancements and technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), Big Data, cloud-based applications, social listening, AI, and machine learning have radically disrupted and revolutionized...

The GDPR Handbook is a thorough introduction to the EU General Data Protection Regulation. It covers in detail how companies of all sizes need to operate within the GDPR requirements and how to deal with information security and risk, and specifically addresses the key duties and responsibilities of the Data Protection Officer.

Using the latest research...