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Ghosts in the Machines: Artificial Intelligence, Consciousness, & Capitalism

Revolutionary Left Radio

CHAPTER

Embracing Mortality: A Critique of Technological Immortality

The chapter critiques the desire for technological immortality, contrasting it with the dignity and acceptance of death displayed by the older generation. It delves into the dangers and hubris associated with uploading consciousness into computers, questioning the wisdom of seeking eternal existence in a digital realm. The discussion explores the importance of facing reality, accepting mortality, and delving into what it truly means to be human in the face of advancements in artificial intelligence and automation.

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