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Homebrewed Christianity
Kester Brewin: Artificial Intelligence & the Future of Religion
Apr 17, 2024
Kester Brewin, an insightful author exploring the intersections of artificial intelligence and religion, shares his latest ideas on how technology shapes spirituality. He discusses his book 'God-like', emphasizing the ethical challenges AI poses to faith communities. Brewin argues for a radical theological framework that addresses modern moral questions while preserving genuine human connections. He reflects on the importance of rebuilding community in a digital age, championing authentic relationships amidst technological advances.
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- Kester Brewin emphasizes the need for reintroducing theological language into discussions about AI to address existential questions traditionally explored by religion.
- The historical context of artificial intelligence reveals a continuous human effort to balance ethical considerations and power dynamics shaped by technological advancements.
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The Call for Theological Engagement in Technology
The discussion emphasizes the necessity of reintroducing theological language into contemporary conversations surrounding technology and artificial intelligence (AI). Kester Bruin highlights a pivotal moment when the UK's AI safety lead described AI as 'godlike', which sparked a pressing inquiry into the theological implications behind such claims. This approach suggests that as technology rapidly advances, there is a risk of losing a framework for understanding larger existential questions that theology traditionally addresses. Bruin argues that without this theological lens, communities may become susceptible to the alarming consequences of unregulated technological power.
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