“Humans in the Digital Age” - a book worth pondering about the times we live in

During his career, Daniel Cohen has published many influential works that have helped shape economic and technological thinking in the 21st century. The book “Homo Numericus” is one of Daniel Cohen’s most prominent works, deeply reflecting on economic and social changes in the era of globalization and digital technology.

The book helps everyone understand more about the digital age. Photo: Nha Nam

“Homo Numericus: Humans in the Digital Age” - the Vietnamese translation of the book by Nha Nam Culture and Communication Joint Stock Company in collaboration with The Gioi Publishing House, helps readers better understand the opportunities and challenges we face in the technology era.

In the book, Daniel Cohen describes that humans in the digital age are no longer like a traditional Homo Sapiens, but have become a Homo Numericus - a new creature that operates according to the rules of algorithms.

The author raises an important point: The modern world no longer operates according to traditional rules but has been completely reshaped by digital technology . Artificial intelligence, digital platforms and big data are changing the way we work, learn, consume and interact socially.

One of the key questions “Homo Numericus” raises is: Is technology serving humans, or are humans being controlled by technology? The author points out that in many cases, we are no longer the decision makers but are guided by sophisticated algorithms.

According to the author, an ideal digital society is one where technology makes knowledge more accessible to everyone, where the voice of every individual is heard, instead of being dominated by a few giant technology corporations. The book also suggests ways to achieve this.

“Homo Numericus: Humans in the Digital Age” is a thoughtful read about the times we live in. Combining economics, philosophy, and history, Daniel Cohen offers an insightful look at the changes in modern society.

The book raises important questions about privacy, personal freedom, and the future of humanity in the digital age. It is not only for those interested in technology, but for anyone who wants to better understand themselves in today's world.

On this occasion, Nha Nam Culture and Communication Joint Stock Company, in collaboration with the French Institute in Hanoi and the Academy of Posts and Telecommunications Technology, organized the launch of the Vietnamese translation of “Homo Numericus: Humans in the Digital Age” at 9:30 a.m. on May 23, at the Library Information Center, Academy of Posts and Telecommunications Technology (Nguyen Trai, Ha Dong, Hanoi).

The event had the participation of speakers: Director of Digital Transformation Strategy Institute (DTSI) Le Nguyen Truong Giang; Founder, CEO of Left Brain Connectors, Director of Human Resource Development Center - Digital Transformation Strategy Institute Hua Tat Dat.

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