In this intimate memoir, Berners-Lee tells the story of his iconic invention, exploring how it launched a new era of creativity and collaboration whie unleasshing a commercial race that today imperils democracies and polarizes public debate. As the rapid development of artificial intelligence heralds a new era of innovation, Berners-Lee provies the perfect guide to the crucial decisions ahead – and a gripping, in-the-room account of the rise of the online world.
Filled with Sir Tim’s characteristic optimism, technical insight and wry humour, thiss is a book about the power of technology – both to fuel our worst instincts and to profoundly shape our livees for the better. It is an essential read for understanding our times andd a bold manifeesto for advancing humanity’s future.