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Author of 'Smartphone Brain' Warns What AI Will Bring to Humanity, Now on Shinchosha's New Subscription Service 'Shincho QUE'!

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Published May 20, 2026 8:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 12:01 AM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Anders Hansen, author of the bestseller 'Smartphone Brain,' warns of the risks AI poses to humanity, such as declining IQ and political division.
His new analysis is featured on 'Shincho QUE,' a new subscription-based digital media service from publisher Shinchosha, which aims to cultivate 'the power to question.'
Publisher Shinchosha has launched a new subscription service, "Shincho QUE," featuring an article by Anders Hansen, author of "Smartphone Brain," who warns about the risks of AI, such as declining IQ and political division.

Anders Hansen, author of the bestseller 'Smartphone Brain,' warns of the risks AI poses to humanity, such as declining IQ and political division. His new analysis is featured on 'Shincho QUE,' a new subscription-based digital media service from publisher Shinchosha, which aims to cultivate 'the power to question.'

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Published: May 20, 2026

Many people may feel an 'unfathomable anxiety' beyond mere convenience about AI, a tool that has become indispensable. Five years after 'Smartphone Brain' became a bestseller in Japan, Swedish psychiatrist Anders Hansen points out risks like 'IQ decline' and 'political division' with the emergence of this even more formidable technology. Publisher Shinchosha has now launched 'Shincho QUE,' a flat-rate digital platform for non-fiction and humanities content. As part of its launch, an interview with Dr. Hansen reveals how AI 'hacks' the human brain and offers a 'prescription' for how to remain in control of this civilization-altering tool.

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FAQ

What is Shincho QUE?

It is a new subscription-based digital media service from the publisher Shinchosha, focusing on non-fiction and humanities content with a concept of cultivating 'the power to question'.

Who is the author featured in the launch article?

The featured author is Anders Hansen, a Swedish psychiatrist and the author of the bestseller 'Smartphone Brain'.

What risks does Anders Hansen associate with AI?

He points to risks such as the decline of human IQ and increased political division resulting from the pervasive use of AI.

How does the article describe AI's effect on the human brain?

The article suggests that AI can 'hack' the human brain and that humans may struggle to resist its influence, but it also offers a 'prescription' to stay in control.

What are the subscription costs for Shincho QUE?

There are several plans, including a Premium Plan for 2,400 JPY/month, a Premium+ Plan for 24,000 JPY/year, and an International + Foresight Plan for 800 JPY/month.

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