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Technology's Impact on Humankind and Where We're Headed Next

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Explore the profound impact of technology on humanity and future trends in this 29-minute interview from GOTO Amsterdam 2019. Join Prof. Dr. Marco Gercke, a global thinker specializing in security and cybersecurity, as he discusses current tech hotspots, the potential of India as a tech frontrunner, and the future of work in the age of automation. Delve into thought-provoking topics such as technological reinvention, the concept of singularity, ethical dilemmas in AI decision-making, and China's role in advancing new technologies. Consider the possibility of humans becoming entertainment for machines and envision a colonized Mars. Gain insights on resource allocation for global challenges and reflect on our progress in adapting to technological advancements over the past decades.

Syllabus

Intro
What's the current tech hotspot?
Will India become a tech frontrunner?
Will machines take over more jobs & should we fear that?
How will an average working day look for the next generation?
Will tech start to reinvent itself?
Should we be afraid of tech reinventing itself?
Singularity: What if machines decide to release themselves from history?
In case of an accident, should the machine count possible fatalities?
Does China have an advantage when it comes to advancing new tech in society?
Are we becoming better at this looking back over the past 10, 20 years?
Could humans become entertainment for machines?
How will a colonized Mars look like?
If you were the president of Earth, how would you spend resources?
Outro

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