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James Boyle, "The Line: AI and the Future of Personhood" (MIT Press, 2024)

Jan 27, 2025
In this engaging conversation, James Boyle, William Neal Reynolds professor at Duke Law School and author of 'The Line: AI and the Future of Personhood,' delves into the intricate relationship between AI and personhood. He examines the philosophical and ethical dilemmas posed by machine consciousness and our evolving identity. The dialogue also touches on the colonial implications of language in shaping perceptions of AI, the moral responsibilities toward non-human creations, and the pressing need to redefine personhood in the digital era.
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