This report, created for the BIZ101 Business Communications course, offers a comprehensive analysis of the impact of technology and artificial intelligence on business communication. Part A summarizes an e-book extract discussing how machines are replacing humans and the advancements in AI, referencing key authors like Brynjolfsson, McAfee, and Kurzweil. Part B delves deeper into the research, exploring how technology influences global events, and the increasing reliance on machines, while also addressing the potential negative impacts and the need for responsible technological development. The report emphasizes the importance of understanding technology's role and the need to balance its use with human well-being, referencing sources like The Guardian and Huffington Post. The report adheres to APA 6th edition referencing style.