30 Months on the Exponential (In Charts) (www.oneusefulthing.org)

The release of the author's second book, *Co-Existence*, marks a significant moment in the evolution of AI, specifically highlighting the advancements made in just 30 months since *Co-Intelligence*. The author reflects on how the methodologies for creating visual representations of AI progress have transformed; what once required manual input with earlier chatbots now leverages sophisticated agentic AI capabilities. Using Opus 5.5, the author orchestrated multiple AI agents to produce graphs, validate math, and enhance presentation swiftly and efficiently, underscoring a paradigm shift in how humans interact with AI. This evolution signifies a broader trend in the AI/ML community: the exponential growth in model capability and the democratization of advanced tools. The release notes that 180 AI models now surpass the original power of GPT-4, with impressive accessibility—nineteen of these can even run on smartphones. As AI's ability to perform increasingly complex tasks doubles at a rapid pace, the book warns of the changing nature of human-AI collaboration, transitioning from traditional roles to a "conjurer" approach, where users summon and manage multiple AI agents. This ongoing development necessitates a deeper understanding of AI's capabilities and potential risks in a future where AI's role will only expand.