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Hey Friends! πŸ‘‹

🍰 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 isn’t 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.

πŸ“Where
Cafe Leopold PDN: (metro Porte de Namur) Sq. du Bastion 7, 1050 Ixelles.
This cafe offers a unique ambience to chat all things books! πŸ“–.
Feel free to also suggest another location in your RSVP.

πŸ’‘The Idea:
After a short intro, we’ll dive straight into our favorite parts, quotes, and insights.
😎 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 belowπŸ˜‰) or simply show up and join the discussion.

⏱Timing:
We’ll kick off at 15:00, but feel free to drop in later if neededβ€”just let me know in the chat so we keep a spot available for you!

🍽 Food & Drinks:
Menu includes both drinks β˜•πŸ΅ and food (sweet and savoury) πŸ”πŸ₯—πŸͺ. Ordering at least one drink is mandatory! πŸ€‘

πŸ’β€β™‚οΈ 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.

πŸ“’ More details may be shared via the group chat or via DM πŸ’¬. Check your messages πŸ‘€ (especially the day before) so you don't miss out any critical πŸ™„ updates.

πŸˆβ€β¬› The Friends code:β€©πŸ‘‰No formalities - just chill 😎
πŸ‘‰Respect and positive vibes, if not πŸ’₯πŸ₯Š
πŸ‘‰Keep an open-mind - everyone sees things differently 🌱
πŸ‘‰We may break out into smaller groups depending on how many people join.
πŸ‘‰Can’t make it? Cancel so someone on the waitlist can grab your spot πŸ™
πŸ‘‰ Don't show up if you are on the waitlist.

Can't wait to hear your take on this thought-provoking masterpiece! πŸ“–βœ¨

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