Why Do You Believe?
Artificial Intelligence
Jan 24, 2020
Dr. Timothy Brown discusses artificial intelligence, questioning its definition and exploring the Thomistic perspective on intelligence. The conversation delves into ethical considerations of human creation vs. natural objects, emphasizing the importance for Christians to understand emerging technologies like AI.
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- The podcast explores the blurred lines between artificial and virtual intelligence, using 'Wally' characters to reflect on viewer perception.
- Delving into Aristotelian-Thomistic perspectives, the discussion illuminates the complexities of defining artificial intelligence and implications of human interventions on non-living entities.
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Ethics of Emerging Technologies and Artificial Intelligence
Exploring the ethics surrounding emerging technologies like bionics, human enhancement, robotics, artificial intelligence, and nanotechnology. The discussion delves into the metaphysics and ethics involved in these advancements, highlighting potential implications on society and individual privacy. Timothy Brown, an expert in philosophy and theology, offers insights into the concepts of artificial and virtual intelligence, posing critical questions about the nature of intelligence and the role of technology in modern society.
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