How the rise of computerized decision-making affects every aspect of business and daily life The bot takeover began with high frequency trading on Wall Street, and from there it spread to all manners of high-level tasks--such as diagnosing illnesses or interpreting legal documents. There is no realm of human endeavor safe from algorithms that employ speed, precision and nuance. In this fascinating book, Steiner tells the story of how algorithms took over and shows why the "bot revolution" is about to spill into every aspect of our lives. We meet bots that are driving cars,...
How the rise of computerized decision-making affects every aspect of business and daily life The bot takeover began with high frequency tra...
While many publications focus on the aesthetics and symbolism of African art, few explore the historical dynamics and exchanges that have informed the way people in Africa have created, preserved, collected, and sold their artworks to local and foreign patrons. The book addresses key issues of market trends, the transformation in taste and aesthetics in relation to changing historical conditions, and the role of artisans, traders, and collectors in mediating knowledge and value in the international art market.
Africa in the Market, which is richly illustrated, introduces to...
While many publications focus on the aesthetics and symbolism of African art, few explore the historical dynamics and exchanges that have informed ...
Roy Richard Grinker Stephen C. Lubkemann Christopher Steiner
Anthropology conducted in Africa has been central to the methodological and theoretical development of the discipline since it was first institutionalized in the late 19th century.
Anthropology conducted in Africa has been central to the methodological and theoretical development of the discipline since it was first institutional...
