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AITOPIA


6 episodes


Solo Dystopia Serial Audio Book


Synopsis:

A Black Mirror-Inspired Sci-Fi Story On Technological Advancement & The Conflicting Forces Between Good and Evil Taking Over the World in 2031


The Original audiobook was published in Swedish on Bookbeat on 2022-09-02

https://www.bookbeat.com/se/book/aitopia-805782



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Format: Audio Book

Continuity: Serial

Writing: Scripted

Voices: Solo

Genres: Dystopia

Soundscape: Voices only

Completion status: Partial

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Episodes:

Reincarnation

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 21:49:17 GMT

Aitopia S01E06


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Decentralized

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 19:51:50 GMT

Aitopia S01E05


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Carbon free

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 14:35:58 GMT

Aitopia S01E04


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Consumed

Sun, 08 Dec 2024 20:34:50 GMT

Aitopia S01E03


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A Ghost From The Past

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 11:06:58 GMT

Aitopia S01E02


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Post Partum

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 10:43:39 GMT

In Aitopia, the story is set in 2031, where artificial intelligence governs the world. The protagonist, Valerie, a new mother, finds herself caught in the struggle between good and evil AI. It’s a dystopian world marred by racism, widening inequalities, and a shaky global economy. People are addicted to dopamine hits from technology, while companies exploit targeted advertising that drives them into debt. Through technology, Valerie is suddenly transported to a parallel world called Halergia. Here, humanity is given the chance to build a sustainable world using innovations like augmented reality glasses, blockchain, and cutting-edge technology. Valerie encounters previous generations of her family and embarks on a quest to bring her loved ones to this better reality.


The book explores the underlying existential crisis theme of humanity under the rule of algorithms. People are torn between two forces: a profit-driven, centralized power and a decentralized alternative championing sustainability, long-term thinking, and idealism. In its gripping one-hour runtime, the audiobook poses a provocative question: What if it’s not robots, but humanity itself, hurtling toward despair—and artificial intelligence could be the one to save us? Aitopia is just the beginning of David’s storytelling journey, with plans for more future-themed narratives.


Background and Author Insights

The idea for Aitopia was sparked nine years ago with the birth of David’s first daughter. Reflecting on the future became a mental exercise oscillating between pessimism and optimism. The result is a compelling portrayal of how the world could evolve in just a decade.


David Prentell runs G-W Studios, where he helps both American and Swedish tech companies scale their operations using design and technological solutions. His fascination with the future, coupled with his work as a strategist for forward-thinking companies, keeps him well-informed on emerging trends and behavioral shifts. This foresight has enabled him to anticipate major changes and envision the possibilities that lie ahead.






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