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Daniel Schmachtenberger: Ai Risks & The Metacrisis

Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal

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The Dilemma of Technology: Power and Ethics

This chapter explores the dual-edged nature of technology, particularly AI, and its potential to empower harmful actors while manipulating reality. It emphasizes the ethical responsibilities of inventors and society to recognize the non-neutrality of technology and its profound impact on culture and human behavior. By contrasting perspectives like the Amish with techno-optimism and pessimism, the chapter critiques current motivations in technology development, showcasing the interconnectedness of global challenges stemming from technological advancements.

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