Jumia Books Life 3.0: Being Human in the Age of Artificial Intelligence by Max Tegmark

Life 3.0 by Max Tegmark is a visionary exploration of artificial intelligence and its profound implications for humanity’s future. As a physicist and founder of the Future of Life Institute, Tegmark brings both scientific rigor and philosophical depth to one of the most urgent questions of our time: How will AI transform life as we know it?

The book introduces the concept of “Life 3.0”—a stage where intelligent beings can design not just their software (thoughts) but also their hardware (bodies). Tegmark examines how this leap could affect everything from employment and warfare to ethics, consciousness, and the survival of our species.

Key themes include:

The evolution of intelligence: from biological to artificial

Scenarios for AI development—utopian, dystopian, and everything in between

The role of governance, values, and global cooperation

Risks of superintelligence and how to align it with human goals

The future of consciousness, identity, and meaning in an AI-driven world

Tegmark’s writing is accessible yet intellectually rich, blending storytelling, scientific insight, and provocative thought experiments. He invites readers not just to understand AI, but to actively shape its trajectory.

Local Relevance Tip for Kenyan Readers: This book is essential reading for Kenyan tech innovators, educators, and policymakers navigating the Fourth Industrial Revolution. It supports digital literacy, ethical tech development, and future-readiness. Ideal for youth empowerment programs, university courses, and entrepreneurship hubs focused on AI, robotics, and digital transformation.

Suggested Bundle Themes:

AI & Society: Ethics, Innovation, and the Future

Tech for Transformation: Kenyan Voices in a Global Shift

Youth & the Fourth Industrial Revolution