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The Ethics of Exponential Technologies

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Overview

Explore the ethical implications of rapidly advancing technologies in this thought-provoking panel discussion from Singularity University's Global Summit 2018. Delve into crucial questions surrounding algorithmic bias, affordability, and the societal impact of exponential tech with experts Neil Jacobstein, Dr. Mary Lou Jepsen, and Pablos Holman, moderated by Georgia Frances King. Examine how to balance innovation with mindful execution, ensure emerging technologies solve more problems than they create, and address the challenge of making technological advancements beneficial for all of society rather than just a select few. Gain insights into computational modeling, precision psychiatry, privacy concerns, and the technological imperative while considering the tradeoffs and potential consequences of rapid technological progress.

Syllabus

Intro
Hollywood loves a villain
Biggest problems
Talking about it publicly
Addressing builtin biases
Finding problems that exist
Computational modeling
Malaria eradication
Selfdriving cars
Statistical illiteracy
Automotive
Mission
Precision Psychiatry
NearInfrared
Privacy
Stealth
Health
Questions
Human Rights
Nuclear Non Agreement
Emulation
Crypto Wars
Management Technique
Stop It
The Technological Imperative
Tradeoffs

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