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Playing God

Life & Faith

CHAPTER

Exploring the Limits of Human Consciousness in the Digital Realm

This chapter examines the notion of transferring human consciousness into a digital medium and the implications of such a move on the essence of human identity. It delves into the fears and ethical concerns surrounding the advancement of AI, emphasizing the need for responsible regulation and consideration of embodied existence. The debate extends to the concept of personhood, touching on granting legal status to non-human animals and the evolving understanding of their cognitive abilities and moral capacities.

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