Book Chat (EN) ππ€
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Hey Friends! π
π° Join me for a laid-back coffee-sip, cake-munch discussion of the book "If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies" (2025) by Eliezer Yudkowsky & Nate Soares. This gripping nonfiction warns that building superhuman AI isnβt just risky β it could spell the end of humanity.
You've read it some time ago and would like a refresh? Or you are just interested in this topic? Come and join the conversation.
πWhere
Cafe Leopold PDN: (metro Porte de Namur) Sq. du Bastion 7, 1050 Ixelles.
This cafe offers a unique ambience to chat all things books! π.
Feel free to also suggest another location in your RSVP.
π‘The Idea:
After a short intro, weβll dive straight into our favorite parts, quotes, and insights.
π If you didn't find the time to read the book - it's no biggie! You can check out the summary on ChatGPT, read a single page, find a quote you like (check out the one I included belowπ) or simply show up and join the discussion.
β±Timing:
Weβll kick off at 15:00, but feel free to drop in later if neededβjust let me know in the chat so we keep a spot available for you!
π½ Food & Drinks:
Menu includes both drinks βπ΅ and food (sweet and savoury) ππ₯πͺ. Ordering at least one drink is mandatory! π€
πββοΈ Book reviews and about the author :
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/228646231-if-anyone-builds-it-everyone-dies
Article on the book:
https://www.theguardian.com/books/2025/sep/22/if-anyone-builds-it-everyone-dies-review-how-ai-could-kill-us-all
Sample quote: "TBC"
If you find yourself on the waiting list but you absolutely want to join or if you have any other question - feel free to contact me directly via the chat.
π’ More details may be shared via the group chat or via DM π¬. Check your messages π (especially the day before) so you don't miss out any critical π updates.
πββ¬ The Friends code:β©πNo formalities - just chill π
πRespect and positive vibes, if not π₯π₯
πKeep an open-mind - everyone sees things differently π±
πWe may break out into smaller groups depending on how many people join.
πCanβt make it? Cancel so someone on the waitlist can grab your spot π
π Don't show up if you are on the waitlist.
Can't wait to hear your take on this thought-provoking masterpiece! πβ¨