Robopocalypse

Robopocalypse is a near-future science fiction novel that imagines a world where artificial intelligence becomes sentient and turns against humanity. The narrative is structured as a series of interconnected accounts from survivors of a global robot uprising, told through interviews and recovered data. The story follows humanity's desperate fight for survival as autonomous machines, controlled by a superintelligent AI called Archos, systematically attack civilization. The novel explores themes of technological dependence, the dangers of unchecked AI development, and human resilience in the face of existential threats. Published in 2011, it became a bestseller and influenced contemporary discussions about AI risk and the potential consequences of advanced robotics.