Announcement of the New Book "We are the Glitch. Come AI, Web3 e Metaverso stanno trasformando il settore dell'Accoglienza" by Simone Puorto
Published by Flaccovio Editore
In an era marked by continuous technological evolution, which incessantly alters the fabric of our daily reality, a book emerges that promises to illuminate the path towards the future: "We are the Glitch. Come AI, Web3 e Metaverso stanno trasformando il settore dell'Accoglienza" ("We are the Glitch. How AI, Web3, and Metaverse are Transforming the Hospitality Sector"), written by Simone Puorto and published by Dario Flaccovio Editore for the “Accadde Domani FuTurismo” series, curated by digital project manager and brand strategist Nicoletta Polliotto.
This book not only explores the most advanced frontiers of innovation, such as artificial intelligence, Web3, and spatial computing, but also invites the reader into a deep philosophical contemplation of the future we’re building.
Navigating uncharted territories, "We are the Glitch" addresses central themes such as technoethics, the emergence of consciousness in machines, and the potential fusion of humanity and artificial intelligence. It also examines the rise of a more "phygital" reality, where the physical and digital boundaries become increasingly blurred, challenging our traditional perceptions of reality and identity.
The added value of this publication lies in the richness of the international contributions that enrich its content. From the poignant conversation between the author and philosopher Leonardo Caffo, which alone is worth the price of the book, to visionary interviews with figures such as Zoltan Istvan, a candidate for the American Presidency with the Transhumanist Party, Louis Rosenberg, an augmented reality pioneer for the Air Force Research Laboratory, to Terry Jones, founder of Travelocity and KAYAK, who led the company until its acquisition by Booking Holdings (formerly Priceline) for about two billion dollars. The foreword is signed by Giorgio Triani, a sociologist and futurist at the University of Parma, providing a powerful start to the book. Significant contributions also come from Alessandro Massimo Nucara, General Director of FederAlberghi, Riccardo Campa (sociologist and philosopher), Simone Arcagni (professor at the University of Palermo), Frank Reeves (co-founder of Avvio/SHR Group), Mark van Rijmenam (digital speaker and consultant for many Fortune 500 companies), and Stephen Burke (founder of RobosizeME). Special mention goes to Sasha Stiles, an AI researcher and “generative poet,” whose works are displayed at the Kunstmuseum Bern and Times Square, and whose generative poetry concludes the first chapter, forming an ideal bridge between technology and art.
Enhanced with a detailed glossary, "We are the Glitch" proves indispensable for those wishing to navigate the impactful confluence of technology, society, and human evolution. The holistic vision offered stimulates a critical and necessary reflection on our already unfolding future. The book's interactive approach is also innovative: an artificial intelligence, Custom GPT model trained on the contents of the book interacts with readers in real-time, while the original soundtrack by industrial musician Simone Salvatori immerses readers in an unprecedented reading experience.
"We are the Glitch”
transcends the definition of a book to become a manifesto of the future, a compass for navigating the technological horizon with a critical and in-depth vision. Simone Puorto guides readers in this exploration, providing a perspective that balances pragmatism with philosophical reflection, essential for anyone wishing to understand and face the dynamic landscape of the digital future.
The book will first be released in Italian and subsequently in English, and the Italian version is available for pre-order on Amazon at this link.
