The Collision

A revelatory examination of how AI is already reshaping human thought—with implications for anyone wishing to harness AI’s power to amplify, rather than erode, their capacity.

Since generative AI entered our world with a bang, it has increased our productivity with its effortless solutions and endless capacity. But the collision of human intelligence and machine intelligence has also started to create two diverging groups: those who use AI to think better and those who use AI instead of thinking. What if the accessibility of a tool this fast, creative, and smart is eroding our ability to think for ourselves?

Through lucid storytelling and cutting-edge research, MIT professor Eric So reveals the science behind the way AI is reshaping our brains and offers practical guidance for wielding these powerful tools without letting our mental muscles atrophy. The Collision is rich with takeaways for parents, professionals, and anyone who wants to use AI without losing their minds.