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ZARA MARS

An original graphic novel that dives into the thrilling risks and challenges of Artificial Superintelligence, blending adventure with thought-provoking insights on the future of AI.

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EXPLORING INTELLIGENCE BEYOND OUR LIMITS

Written by Leap Lab's Marcus Eriksen, ZARA MARS is a graphic novel set in 2052, following Captain Zara on a nine-month journey from Mars to Earth. As she converses with Saravajina, the ship’s Artificial Superintelligence (ASI), they explore the dangers of creating intelligence beyond human control. A thought-provoking look at AI risks, human evolution, and the future of interplanetary civilization.

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Each page explores a key topic on superintelligence (ASI), sparking discussion on its risks and benefits. Designed for educators and groups, it includes classroom discussions with video links and articles for beginners and deeper dive discussions with academic research for advanced exploration.

DOWNLOAD DISCUSSION GUIDE

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ZARA MARS has been awarded a prize by The Future of Life Institute as part of their world-first creative contest on the risks of advanced Artificial Intelligence.

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