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#281 – Grimes: Music, AI, and the Future of Humanity

Lex Fridman Podcast

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Visions of a Protopian Future

This chapter explores futuristic concepts like augmented reality, AI, and the ethical dilemmas posed by advanced technology, referencing Iain Banks' novel 'Surface Detail.' The discussion centers on the coexistence of humans and artificial superintelligences in a world shaped by genetic engineering and simulated realities. It emphasizes the responsibility we hold in directing technological evolution towards societal betterment, while acknowledging the darker tendencies of human nature.

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