Reimagining technology – and talking to animals – with Aza Raskin
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Anticipating Technological Consequences
To be a responsible technologist means to anticipate the potential risks and consequences of technology. Opening the box to new technological possibilities may lead to a race for power with tragic outcomes. It is crucial to consider the potential for abuse and harm that technology can bring, such as creating new forms of misinformation or facilitating harmful activities like poaching. Therefore, it is essential for technologists to prethink the implications of their creations and actively work to mitigate any negative externalities that may arise.
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