This chapter explores the concept of longevity escape velocity and the potential for humans to achieve immortality through advancements in medicine and technology. The conversation with Ray Kurzweil delves into topics such as merging with technology, backing up brains like data, replacing organs, connecting the brain to the cloud through nanobots, and enhancing cognitive abilities. It also discusses the exponential growth of computational power and the integration of AI technologies to expand human capabilities while addressing the potential challenges and implications of such advancements.
Would you want to live forever? On this episode, Neil deGrasse Tyson and author, inventor, and futurist Ray Kurzweil discuss immortality, longevity escape velocity, the singularity, and the future of technology. What will life be like in 10 years?
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(Originally Aired Tuesday, November 29 2022)
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