AN INSIGHTFUL AND ENGROSSING LOOK AT THE DARK SIDE OF CONTEMPORARY AI In The Language of Deception: Weaponizing Next Generation AI, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity veteran Justin Hutchens delivers an incisive and penetrating look at how contemporary and future AI can and will be weaponized for malicious and adversarial purposes. The author explains the history of social robotics, the psychology of deception, and even addresses the controversial question of whether AI systems could ever become sentient. The book explores fascinating and unsettling topics related to how malicious threat actors can abuse Large Language Models (LLMs) for widescale social manipulation and sophisticated cyberattacks. It also warns of the numerous emerging risks related to integrating increasingly autonomous AI systems into current and future technology. Throughout this book, the author employs a unique writing style that is both entertaining and thought-provoking -- seamlessly weaving complex topics of technology, computer science, philosophy, and social psychology with relatable references to popular culture, science fiction, and entertainment. The Language of Deception is a must-read for tech enthusiasts, cybersecurity professionals, AI specialists, and anyone else with an interest or stake in the latest artificial intelligence tools.