"The Ethics of Emerging Technologies: Is it Moral to Upgrade Human Bodies with Artificial Intelligence?"
October 30, 2024Video Details
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- Philosophy
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"The Ethics of Emerging Technologies: Is it Moral to Upgrade Human Bodies with Artificial Intelligence?"
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We're on the cusp of a revolution where human bodies and artificial intelligence are merging, but is it morally justifiable to upgrade ourselves with AI? This question has sparked intense debate among philosophers, ethicists, and scientists. On one hand, thinkers like Ray Kurzweil argue that merging with AI can enhance human cognition and potentially achieve immortality, echoing the transhumanist ideals of philosopher Nick Bostrom. On the other hand, critics like philosopher Jean Baudrillard warn that this fusion could lead to the erosion of human identity and create a dystopian future. As we consider these perspectives, we must return to the fundamental questions of what it means to be human, raised by philosophers like Aristotle and Descartes. Should we strive to augment our bodies and risk losing our essence, or preserve our humanity and limit our potential? As we navigate this uncharted territory, the words of philosopher and futurist, Yuval Noah Harari, resonate: "We are on the verge of creating a new kind of life form, and we need to ask ourselves what kind of world we want to create."