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Chaos Monkeys: Obscene Fortune and Random Failure in Silicon Valley

Name: Chaos Monkeys: Obscene Fortune and Random Failure in Silicon Valley
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Book Synopsis: The instant New York Times bestseller, now available in paperback and featuring a new afterword from the author—the insider's guide to the Facebook/Cambridge Analytica scandal, the inner workings of the tech world, and who really runs Silicon Valley

“Incisive.... The most fun business book I have read this year.... Clearly there will be people who hate this book — which is probably one of the things that makes it such a great read.”— Andrew Ross Sorkin, New York Times

Imagine a chimpanzee rampaging through a datacenter powering everything from Google to Facebook. Infrastructure engineers use a software version of this “chaos monkey” to test online services’ robustness—their ability to survive random failure and correct mistakes before they actually occur. Tech entrepreneurs are society’s chaos monkeys. One of Silicon Valley’s most audacious chaos monkeys is Antonio García Martínez.

After stints on Wall Street and as CEO of his own startup, García Martínez joined Facebook’s nascent advertising team. Forced out in the wake of an internal product war over the future of the company’s monetization strategy, García Martínez eventually landed at rival Twitter. In

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Get ready for a wild ride through Silicon Valley with “Chaos Monkeys: Obscene Fortune and Random Failure in Silicon Valley”! This New York Times bestseller, now available in paperback, takes you behind the scenes of the tech world, including the explosive Facebook/Cambridge Analytica scandal. Dive into the inner workings of the industry and discover who truly pulls the strings in Silicon Valley.

With insights described as incisive and a narrative that's been deemed the most fun business read of the year, this book is a must-read for anyone intrigued by the tech universe. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, entrepreneur, or simply curious about the forces driving the digital age, "Chaos Monkeys" offers a riveting journey that you won't want to miss.

Join author Antonio García Martínez, a chaos monkey in his own right, as he takes you on a rollercoaster through the world of social media, online marketing, and the ever-evolving landscape of technology. His firsthand experiences at industry giants like Facebook and Twitter provide a unique perspective on the disruptive forces shaping our society and our future.

Don't miss out on this eye-opening exploration of Silicon Valley's darker side and the power struggles that fuel its innovation. Order your copy of “Chaos Monkeys” today and dive into a world where chaos reigns supreme!

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