A tech expert explains that the allure of discovery is too tempting to not work on new, potentially dangerous technologies. He notes that those who work on it are a bit 'weird' and concedes that, if polled, the majority may not want it to be developed due to the risks involved. He acknowledges the religious undertones to inventing something more powerful than humanity and recommends the book 'God, Human Animal Machine' for further reading on the subject.
The New York Times Opinion columnist Ezra Klein has spent years talking to artificial intelligence researchers. Many of them feel the prospect of A.I. discovery is too sweet to ignore, regardless of the technology’s risks.
Today, Mr. Klein discusses the profound changes that an A.I.-powered world will create, how current business models are failing to meet the A.I. moment, and the steps government can take to achieve a positive A.I. future.
Also, radical acceptance of your phone addiction may just help your phone addiction.
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