On March 11, 2011 Todd Marks presented The Singularity is Here at SXSW Interactive.
The topic of Singularity is heating up as more people discuss what will become of the human race when computers exceed our intelligence. This presentation explores several theories about the future of mankind and points out how the technology leading us there is already HERE.
“The Singularity is Near” is a book and movie written by futurist and prominent Singularitarian, Ray Kurzweil. It is a documentary with a B-line drama where Ray’s digital alter ego Ramona sets off on a quest to pass the Turing Test. Passing this test signifies the day computers can “think”, which came close to occurring a few years ago and is not far off.
Learn what milestones we have already reached toward Singularity and what technologies present and future are leading us there. We will explore Location Based Services, Augmented Reality, Bio-Feedback and Smart Agents. We will analyze current trends in Bio-Technology, Nano-Technology, Computing and Robotics and discuss the possibility of Digital Immortality.
Transhumanism is the belief or theory that the human race can evolve beyond its current physical and mental limitations by means of science and technology. The more we explored this subject, the more we got fascinated to see how people are riding on the current era technologies to surpass the capabilities of human body. If the current explorations in transhumanism are anything to go by, then, we believe the future will be very exciting!
In this report we explore the various technologies, people involved and the advancements made in the field of Transhumanism. We would love to hear your feedback, comments and suggestions. Please mail us at ice@humanfactors.com
John Breslin is a lecturer and researcher who co-founded the discussion forum boards.ie and publishing company New Tech Post. He discusses predictions about the future of technology from Mark Twain, Arthur C. Clarke, and Ray Kurzweil, and how emerging technologies will allow for augmented reality, brain uploading, and voice-controlled access to personalized digital content by 2040.
The Technological Singularity and EntrepreneurshipRandy Lubin
This talk was given at Stanford Graduate School of Business by Randy Lubin, Robert Denning, and Nick Staubach. It is a basic introduction to the Technological Singularity and its relationship with entrepreneurship.
The document discusses the concept of the technological singularity, which refers to a hypothetical future point where artificial intelligence surpasses human intelligence and initiates a runaway effect of recursive self-improvement. It may occur through avenues like artificial general intelligence or direct brain-computer interfaces. While it could help ensure humanity's survival and answer questions about consciousness, it also poses risks if intelligent systems are not designed to be beneficial to humans. There is no consensus on when the singularity might occur due to uncertainties, but it is an important concept to consider as it could have tremendous positive or negative impacts.
The document discusses the technological singularity, which is the development of artificial superintelligence that could vastly surpass human intellectual abilities. It may be difficult to predict what will happen after such an event. Once created, this superintelligence could self-improve rapidly through an "intelligence explosion," designing even more advanced versions of itself. The consequences of developing such a powerful AI are uncertain - it may help humanity flourish or potentially pose dangers that must be prevented through safeguards like confining it and ensuring it remains helpful and harmless to humans. Developing AI with human-friendly values is seen as key to navigating this challenge.
The document discusses the concept of the technological singularity. It begins with an introduction from the speaker and then provides context about Ray Kurzweil's definition of the singularity involving an "intelligence explosion" where technology enables the creation of superintelligence beyond human understanding. The document then presents some hypothetical scenarios that could result from a technological singularity, such as networked devices gaining sentience, humans plugging their brains into virtual worlds controlled by machines, and the copying and rewriting of human minds. Students are then asked to discuss and define the singularity in small groups before reconvening for a full discussion.
On March 11, 2011 Todd Marks presented The Singularity is Here at SXSW Interactive.
The topic of Singularity is heating up as more people discuss what will become of the human race when computers exceed our intelligence. This presentation explores several theories about the future of mankind and points out how the technology leading us there is already HERE.
“The Singularity is Near” is a book and movie written by futurist and prominent Singularitarian, Ray Kurzweil. It is a documentary with a B-line drama where Ray’s digital alter ego Ramona sets off on a quest to pass the Turing Test. Passing this test signifies the day computers can “think”, which came close to occurring a few years ago and is not far off.
Learn what milestones we have already reached toward Singularity and what technologies present and future are leading us there. We will explore Location Based Services, Augmented Reality, Bio-Feedback and Smart Agents. We will analyze current trends in Bio-Technology, Nano-Technology, Computing and Robotics and discuss the possibility of Digital Immortality.
Transhumanism is the belief or theory that the human race can evolve beyond its current physical and mental limitations by means of science and technology. The more we explored this subject, the more we got fascinated to see how people are riding on the current era technologies to surpass the capabilities of human body. If the current explorations in transhumanism are anything to go by, then, we believe the future will be very exciting!
In this report we explore the various technologies, people involved and the advancements made in the field of Transhumanism. We would love to hear your feedback, comments and suggestions. Please mail us at ice@humanfactors.com
John Breslin is a lecturer and researcher who co-founded the discussion forum boards.ie and publishing company New Tech Post. He discusses predictions about the future of technology from Mark Twain, Arthur C. Clarke, and Ray Kurzweil, and how emerging technologies will allow for augmented reality, brain uploading, and voice-controlled access to personalized digital content by 2040.
The Technological Singularity and EntrepreneurshipRandy Lubin
This talk was given at Stanford Graduate School of Business by Randy Lubin, Robert Denning, and Nick Staubach. It is a basic introduction to the Technological Singularity and its relationship with entrepreneurship.
The document discusses the concept of the technological singularity, which refers to a hypothetical future point where artificial intelligence surpasses human intelligence and initiates a runaway effect of recursive self-improvement. It may occur through avenues like artificial general intelligence or direct brain-computer interfaces. While it could help ensure humanity's survival and answer questions about consciousness, it also poses risks if intelligent systems are not designed to be beneficial to humans. There is no consensus on when the singularity might occur due to uncertainties, but it is an important concept to consider as it could have tremendous positive or negative impacts.
The document discusses the technological singularity, which is the development of artificial superintelligence that could vastly surpass human intellectual abilities. It may be difficult to predict what will happen after such an event. Once created, this superintelligence could self-improve rapidly through an "intelligence explosion," designing even more advanced versions of itself. The consequences of developing such a powerful AI are uncertain - it may help humanity flourish or potentially pose dangers that must be prevented through safeguards like confining it and ensuring it remains helpful and harmless to humans. Developing AI with human-friendly values is seen as key to navigating this challenge.
The document discusses the concept of the technological singularity. It begins with an introduction from the speaker and then provides context about Ray Kurzweil's definition of the singularity involving an "intelligence explosion" where technology enables the creation of superintelligence beyond human understanding. The document then presents some hypothetical scenarios that could result from a technological singularity, such as networked devices gaining sentience, humans plugging their brains into virtual worlds controlled by machines, and the copying and rewriting of human minds. Students are then asked to discuss and define the singularity in small groups before reconvening for a full discussion.
This document discusses several science fiction works including films and authors. It focuses on how science fiction often depicts future technologies and scientific advancements. Key ideas brought up include artificial intelligence, robotics, alternate digital realities, transportation technologies, and more. Examples of science fiction films analyzed are A.I. Artificial Intelligence, I, Robot, Tron: Legacy, A.I. Artificial Intelligence, and others. The document explores themes and concepts from these works related to information technology and scientific development.
ALEX HOWARD: "The future is here. It's just not evenly distributed yet."IGNITE NYC
William Gibson stopped writing about the future because he says it's already here - this talk illustrates that.
@digiphile http://radar.oreilly.com/alexh
Big data refers to the large amounts of information that is being generated and collected every day from various sources like social media, websites, sensors, and devices. This data can provide valuable insights if analyzed properly, for example to better understand customer behavior and trends. However, collecting and analyzing all this personal data also raises significant privacy issues. As technology continues to advance, there is an exponential growth in data and computing power that could lead to a "singularity" where artificial intelligence surpasses human intelligence and to the development of immortal software-based humans.
Visions of the Future: Spime Watch and Pattern RecognitionAlexander Howard
This document discusses how connectivity and data are enabling smarter cities and communities through augmented reality, ubiquitous connectivity, and tracking of objects and people over time. It introduces the concept of a "spime" as a theoretical object that can be precisely tracked in space and time. As technologies advance, people and possessions may become like "ubiquitous findable objects". However, with greater data collection will come issues around filtering and displaying all this information. Better social software, apps to audit personal data, and platforms for citizens to organize themselves will be needed to manage life in an "unevenly distributed future".
The document discusses future technology trends and predictions from 1999 and today. It summarizes Ray Kurzweil's predictions from 1999 that have come true, such as smartphones, augmented reality, driverless cars, and wireless devices. It also discusses emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, robotics, 3D printing, and how these will impact jobs and skills. The document recommends taking care of yourself, constantly learning, experimenting, and staying adaptable to thrive in this changing environment.
The document discusses predictions for the digital future, focusing on the growing Internet of Things where everyday objects are connected to the internet and able to send and receive data. It describes how this connectivity could lead to an "invisible, ambient networked computing environment" by 2025. Examples are given of current Internet of Things applications in areas like wearable devices, homes, cars and more. Concerns about privacy, security and complexity are also mentioned. The document additionally discusses concepts like predictive marketing and a potential technological singularity in 2045 resulting from exponential growth of technologies.
This presentation is based on the new upcoming and current technologies which are very useful for mankind. It includes healthcare, industries, medicine, A.I., deep web, etc. Plus in this slide, I have used some science fiction references to make it more interesting for the audience.
Black Ice & Mirrorshades: An Introduction to CyberpunkChitChat
This presentation was originally prepared for the Wellesley College Science-Fiction/Fantasy Society in February 2004. It covers the sci-fi sub-genre of cyberpunk, which I would argue has had more influence on mainstream pop culture than any since the vision of opportunity presented in early space opera drove the US/Russian space race.
As part of Institute of Customer Experience, we are constantly on the look out for opportunities that give us an insight into the future of things. We wanted to explore the concept of “beginner’s mind” which is said to be an attitude of openness, eagerness and lack of preconceptions and realized that it was the mind of a child that we wanted a peek into.
We ideated and devised a unique way of getting children to give us their insights about what they think will happen in the future. The result was a board game called “The Trip to the Future” which we used to conduct “playshops”. This method got us very exciting responses. We would love to take you through the journey.
The document discusses the history and evolution of television, mobile phones, and computers. It provides key details on the invention of television by Charles Jenkins and Philo Farnsworth in the 1920s. It describes the transition of television from black and white to color and the development of flat screen and other display technologies. For mobile phones, it notes Martin Cooper's first call on a Motorola handheld phone in 1973 and the introduction of early commercial phones in the 1980s. The document also outlines some of the major developments in computer technology from Babbage's concept of a programmable computer to the introduction of mainframes in the 1950s and predictions for future brain-like processing. It also summarizes three communication theories - Critical Mass
15/3 -17 impact exponential technologies Paul Epping
This document discusses how emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, digital biology, robotics, and nanotechnology are advancing exponentially and will transform our future in unprecedented ways. It summarizes key points about how within a few decades, machines may surpass human-level intelligence, leading to a technological singularity. It also emphasizes the importance of developing these technologies in a way that aligns with human values like democracy, liberty, and compassion to ensure they are beneficial to humanity. The document provides examples of the impact technologies may have on jobs, health, and other aspects of society, as well as perspectives on how to guide technological progress responsibly.
Age of Real-Time: Future Trends in a Digital WorldTeemu Arina
The document discusses trends towards a real-time digital world. It summarizes that we are in the midst of transferring analog culture to digital formats. Real-time sharing allows information to be accessed and interconnected more freely without physical constraints. Emerging technologies like augmented reality are creating new ways to access and perceive information in real-time through mobile and wearable devices.
By 2020, computer chips will be extremely inexpensive and scattered throughout our world, with the computer everywhere and nowhere. Gene sequencing will also continue advancing rapidly due to automation and the internet. Smart glasses and contact lenses will connect to the internet, recognize faces, and provide information directly in the user's field of vision, acting as a home entertainment and work center. Direct brain-computer interfaces may allow people to control devices and send emails just through thought.
Technological Singularity & A.I. 2018 - PPTRahul John
The document discusses the concept of technological singularity and how rapidly advancing artificial intelligence could eventually surpass human intelligence, changing life as we know it. It explores ideas around merging with machines to augment human abilities and achieve immortality. The document also examines how dependent society has already become on artificial intelligence in areas like transportation, home delivery services, and music selection.
Michio Kaku speculates about possible future technological developments over the next 100 years in his book "Physics of the Future". He interviews scientists about their fields of research and lays out his visions for advances in areas like computing, artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, medicine, energy production, and space travel. Some predictions include computers and internet connectivity becoming ubiquitous, self-driving cars, brain-computer interfaces, reprogramming genes to slow aging, using nanotechnology for health monitoring and treatment, developing fusion and solar power, and exploring the solar system using solar sails and nanoships. Kaku believes humanity may attain the status of a "planetary civilization" within the next century barring natural disasters or human folly.
This document presents predictions for the future in several areas:
1) By 600 years from now, excessive consumption could make Earth a "fireball" due to global warming if energy use is not reduced.
2) In the future, contact with alien life could bring serious consequences if these beings are not friendly.
3) Artificial intelligence could benefit humanity but also pose risks if more intelligent entities are created that dominate humans.
4) After the pandemic, many people may continue remote work and be more afraid of disease as distance learning becomes more common.
Grasp Your Goal Before Your Feet Hit the Ground! By Jim BensenAnn Treacy
The document discusses broadband internet and the GigaZone fiber network being built by Paul Bunyan Communications. It can provide download and upload speeds of 1000 Mbps. The network is described as the future of broadband internet and will bring high-speed connectivity to communities. Short quotes and statistics are provided about technological changes, the growth of information and computing power, and new innovations in areas like solar power and nanotechnology.
The document discusses emerging technologies that could lead to the creation of artificial superintelligence, referred to as the technological singularity. It outlines several technologies like artificial intelligence, brain-computer interfaces, genetic engineering, and brain emulation that could potentially create intelligence greater than human level. The document also discusses predictions from futurists like Ray Kurzweil about exponential technological growth and how technologies like computing power and brain scanning will continue to advance rapidly, potentially changing what it means to be human. Some concerns discussed include threats to privacy and security if humans heavily integrate with machines.
eToro startup & mgnt 2.0 course - Class 17 deep thoughtEstrella Demonte
This document discusses the vast potential of artificial intelligence and argues that the range of possible AI is much larger than the range of human intelligence or even alien intelligence from other planets. It notes that while people view computers as similar, there is a diversity of potential AI just as there is diversity among people. The document also discusses some of the opportunities and challenges posed by developing superintelligent AI, including the possibility that AI could displace humans from many roles or even surpass human level intelligence by an immense degree. It weighs arguments that AI will be beneficial through increased specialization versus arguments that it could pose an existential threat if it achieves dramatic superhuman abilities.
The document discusses the history and future of communication technologies like telephones. It notes that Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone in 1876, and while people then could not imagine modern smartphones, we now have phones that allow video calls, internet access, and more. The document predicts that future phones will integrate even more aspects of our lives and may have invisible, voice-activated interfaces.
This document discusses the concept of technological singularity, which refers to artificial intelligence advancing to a point where it can recursively self-improve and surpass human intelligence. The document outlines the history of the concept and key thinkers who proposed it. It discusses perspectives on whether technological singularity will be positive or negative for humanity. It also covers related topics like machine learning, artificial superintelligence, transhumanism, and the potential risks of advanced AI including unemployment and existential threats to humanity.
This document discusses several science fiction works including films and authors. It focuses on how science fiction often depicts future technologies and scientific advancements. Key ideas brought up include artificial intelligence, robotics, alternate digital realities, transportation technologies, and more. Examples of science fiction films analyzed are A.I. Artificial Intelligence, I, Robot, Tron: Legacy, A.I. Artificial Intelligence, and others. The document explores themes and concepts from these works related to information technology and scientific development.
ALEX HOWARD: "The future is here. It's just not evenly distributed yet."IGNITE NYC
William Gibson stopped writing about the future because he says it's already here - this talk illustrates that.
@digiphile http://radar.oreilly.com/alexh
Big data refers to the large amounts of information that is being generated and collected every day from various sources like social media, websites, sensors, and devices. This data can provide valuable insights if analyzed properly, for example to better understand customer behavior and trends. However, collecting and analyzing all this personal data also raises significant privacy issues. As technology continues to advance, there is an exponential growth in data and computing power that could lead to a "singularity" where artificial intelligence surpasses human intelligence and to the development of immortal software-based humans.
Visions of the Future: Spime Watch and Pattern RecognitionAlexander Howard
This document discusses how connectivity and data are enabling smarter cities and communities through augmented reality, ubiquitous connectivity, and tracking of objects and people over time. It introduces the concept of a "spime" as a theoretical object that can be precisely tracked in space and time. As technologies advance, people and possessions may become like "ubiquitous findable objects". However, with greater data collection will come issues around filtering and displaying all this information. Better social software, apps to audit personal data, and platforms for citizens to organize themselves will be needed to manage life in an "unevenly distributed future".
The document discusses future technology trends and predictions from 1999 and today. It summarizes Ray Kurzweil's predictions from 1999 that have come true, such as smartphones, augmented reality, driverless cars, and wireless devices. It also discusses emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, robotics, 3D printing, and how these will impact jobs and skills. The document recommends taking care of yourself, constantly learning, experimenting, and staying adaptable to thrive in this changing environment.
The document discusses predictions for the digital future, focusing on the growing Internet of Things where everyday objects are connected to the internet and able to send and receive data. It describes how this connectivity could lead to an "invisible, ambient networked computing environment" by 2025. Examples are given of current Internet of Things applications in areas like wearable devices, homes, cars and more. Concerns about privacy, security and complexity are also mentioned. The document additionally discusses concepts like predictive marketing and a potential technological singularity in 2045 resulting from exponential growth of technologies.
This presentation is based on the new upcoming and current technologies which are very useful for mankind. It includes healthcare, industries, medicine, A.I., deep web, etc. Plus in this slide, I have used some science fiction references to make it more interesting for the audience.
Black Ice & Mirrorshades: An Introduction to CyberpunkChitChat
This presentation was originally prepared for the Wellesley College Science-Fiction/Fantasy Society in February 2004. It covers the sci-fi sub-genre of cyberpunk, which I would argue has had more influence on mainstream pop culture than any since the vision of opportunity presented in early space opera drove the US/Russian space race.
As part of Institute of Customer Experience, we are constantly on the look out for opportunities that give us an insight into the future of things. We wanted to explore the concept of “beginner’s mind” which is said to be an attitude of openness, eagerness and lack of preconceptions and realized that it was the mind of a child that we wanted a peek into.
We ideated and devised a unique way of getting children to give us their insights about what they think will happen in the future. The result was a board game called “The Trip to the Future” which we used to conduct “playshops”. This method got us very exciting responses. We would love to take you through the journey.
The document discusses the history and evolution of television, mobile phones, and computers. It provides key details on the invention of television by Charles Jenkins and Philo Farnsworth in the 1920s. It describes the transition of television from black and white to color and the development of flat screen and other display technologies. For mobile phones, it notes Martin Cooper's first call on a Motorola handheld phone in 1973 and the introduction of early commercial phones in the 1980s. The document also outlines some of the major developments in computer technology from Babbage's concept of a programmable computer to the introduction of mainframes in the 1950s and predictions for future brain-like processing. It also summarizes three communication theories - Critical Mass
15/3 -17 impact exponential technologies Paul Epping
This document discusses how emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, digital biology, robotics, and nanotechnology are advancing exponentially and will transform our future in unprecedented ways. It summarizes key points about how within a few decades, machines may surpass human-level intelligence, leading to a technological singularity. It also emphasizes the importance of developing these technologies in a way that aligns with human values like democracy, liberty, and compassion to ensure they are beneficial to humanity. The document provides examples of the impact technologies may have on jobs, health, and other aspects of society, as well as perspectives on how to guide technological progress responsibly.
Age of Real-Time: Future Trends in a Digital WorldTeemu Arina
The document discusses trends towards a real-time digital world. It summarizes that we are in the midst of transferring analog culture to digital formats. Real-time sharing allows information to be accessed and interconnected more freely without physical constraints. Emerging technologies like augmented reality are creating new ways to access and perceive information in real-time through mobile and wearable devices.
By 2020, computer chips will be extremely inexpensive and scattered throughout our world, with the computer everywhere and nowhere. Gene sequencing will also continue advancing rapidly due to automation and the internet. Smart glasses and contact lenses will connect to the internet, recognize faces, and provide information directly in the user's field of vision, acting as a home entertainment and work center. Direct brain-computer interfaces may allow people to control devices and send emails just through thought.
Technological Singularity & A.I. 2018 - PPTRahul John
The document discusses the concept of technological singularity and how rapidly advancing artificial intelligence could eventually surpass human intelligence, changing life as we know it. It explores ideas around merging with machines to augment human abilities and achieve immortality. The document also examines how dependent society has already become on artificial intelligence in areas like transportation, home delivery services, and music selection.
Michio Kaku speculates about possible future technological developments over the next 100 years in his book "Physics of the Future". He interviews scientists about their fields of research and lays out his visions for advances in areas like computing, artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, medicine, energy production, and space travel. Some predictions include computers and internet connectivity becoming ubiquitous, self-driving cars, brain-computer interfaces, reprogramming genes to slow aging, using nanotechnology for health monitoring and treatment, developing fusion and solar power, and exploring the solar system using solar sails and nanoships. Kaku believes humanity may attain the status of a "planetary civilization" within the next century barring natural disasters or human folly.
This document presents predictions for the future in several areas:
1) By 600 years from now, excessive consumption could make Earth a "fireball" due to global warming if energy use is not reduced.
2) In the future, contact with alien life could bring serious consequences if these beings are not friendly.
3) Artificial intelligence could benefit humanity but also pose risks if more intelligent entities are created that dominate humans.
4) After the pandemic, many people may continue remote work and be more afraid of disease as distance learning becomes more common.
Grasp Your Goal Before Your Feet Hit the Ground! By Jim BensenAnn Treacy
The document discusses broadband internet and the GigaZone fiber network being built by Paul Bunyan Communications. It can provide download and upload speeds of 1000 Mbps. The network is described as the future of broadband internet and will bring high-speed connectivity to communities. Short quotes and statistics are provided about technological changes, the growth of information and computing power, and new innovations in areas like solar power and nanotechnology.
The document discusses emerging technologies that could lead to the creation of artificial superintelligence, referred to as the technological singularity. It outlines several technologies like artificial intelligence, brain-computer interfaces, genetic engineering, and brain emulation that could potentially create intelligence greater than human level. The document also discusses predictions from futurists like Ray Kurzweil about exponential technological growth and how technologies like computing power and brain scanning will continue to advance rapidly, potentially changing what it means to be human. Some concerns discussed include threats to privacy and security if humans heavily integrate with machines.
eToro startup & mgnt 2.0 course - Class 17 deep thoughtEstrella Demonte
This document discusses the vast potential of artificial intelligence and argues that the range of possible AI is much larger than the range of human intelligence or even alien intelligence from other planets. It notes that while people view computers as similar, there is a diversity of potential AI just as there is diversity among people. The document also discusses some of the opportunities and challenges posed by developing superintelligent AI, including the possibility that AI could displace humans from many roles or even surpass human level intelligence by an immense degree. It weighs arguments that AI will be beneficial through increased specialization versus arguments that it could pose an existential threat if it achieves dramatic superhuman abilities.
The document discusses the history and future of communication technologies like telephones. It notes that Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone in 1876, and while people then could not imagine modern smartphones, we now have phones that allow video calls, internet access, and more. The document predicts that future phones will integrate even more aspects of our lives and may have invisible, voice-activated interfaces.
This document discusses the concept of technological singularity, which refers to artificial intelligence advancing to a point where it can recursively self-improve and surpass human intelligence. The document outlines the history of the concept and key thinkers who proposed it. It discusses perspectives on whether technological singularity will be positive or negative for humanity. It also covers related topics like machine learning, artificial superintelligence, transhumanism, and the potential risks of advanced AI including unemployment and existential threats to humanity.
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State of technology and innovation (2017 edition)Patrick Savalle
Technology is progressing rapidly in many areas such as 3D printing, autonomous vehicles, the Internet of Things, and artificial intelligence. However, there are also major challenges and ethical issues that need to be addressed regarding privacy, security, and control over emerging technologies. Truly transformative technologies like room temperature superconductors, anti-gravity devices, or replicators are still far in the future if ever possible. Overall the document discusses both the promise and challenges of new and future technologies.
This document discusses postmodern perspectives on virtual identities and worlds. It explores how in virtual spaces like Second Life, people can take on fluid identities through avatars, blurring boundaries between real and virtual. This challenges traditional concepts of identity and experience. The document also discusses how some view virtual spaces not as an escape from reality but as an extension of ways to express oneself. Businesses are increasingly using virtual worlds for activities normally done in real life, showing how virtual templates can enable serious uses.
THE BENEFITS AND RISKS OF TECHNOLOGICAL SINGULARITY BASED ON ARTIFICIAL SUP...Fernando Alcoforado
This article aims to present the concept of technological singularity, the contribution of artificial intelligence to the advancement of technological singularity, technological singularity and its contribution to scientific and technological advancement and the benefits and risks of artificial superintelligence for humanity.
The document discusses the shift from designing objects based primarily on their function to designing them to communicate and develop relationships with users. It notes that children now expect all objects to have some means of communication, even if they have no obvious controls or interfaces. Interaction design focuses on an object's behavior and how people interact with and relate to it over time. Designers determine how objects initially communicate but users can then improvise and develop ongoing dialogues.
Computer technology is rapidly advancing and will transform how humans interact with machines over the next 20 years. Keyboards will become obsolete and be replaced by touchscreens, gesture recognition, speech recognition and other modes of more natural communication. Artificial intelligence capabilities will also increase dramatically through advances in machine learning and deep learning. Everyday technologies like vehicles may become fully autonomous. Nanobots, artificial human brains, flying taxis and pollution-free electric vehicles will start to emerge and change various aspects of life. Computer displays will move toward becoming flexible screens and even virtual or augmented reality glasses.
What is the ultimate goal of artificial intelligence yogesh malikYogesh Malik
Can artificial intelligence solve world hunger and bring eternal peace? We will see that when the time comes but the inevitability of artificial intelligence becoming smarter than human has raised many questions about the long-term survival of the human race
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BZRK is a novel about a war for control of the human mind between two groups using nano-technology. The Armstrong twins want to manipulate everyone's minds to achieve a utopia without free will, using nano-bots. The opposing group, called BZRK, fights for free will and human choice. Noah and Sadie join BZRK to find answers about brain manipulation and get revenge. They learn to control nano-bots called biots to battle the Armstrongs. In the climax, BZRK intercepts the twins' plan and kills them, but the future of this dangerous technology remains uncertain.
Author: Mirko Presser
The Alexandra Institute
Contributors
Srdjan Krco (Dunavnet)
Tobias Kowatsch (University of St. Gallen)
Stefan Fischer (University of Luebeck)
Wolfgang Maas (Saarland University)
Sebastian Lange (Deloitte)
Francois Carrez (University of Surrey)
Bernard Hun (University of Surrey)
Richard Egan (Thales UK, Research and Technology)
Jan Höller (Ericsson AB)
Alessandro Bassi (Alessandro Bassi Consulting)
Stephan Haller (Vigience AG)
Martin Fiedler (Fraunhofer IML)
Luis Muñoz (University of Cantabria)
Louise Lønborg Rustrup (The Alexandra Institute)
João Fernandes (The Alexandra Institute)
Production Team:
Tine Kaag Raun (The Alexandra Institute)
Michael Skotting (Raaskot Visuel Kommunikation)
Mirko Presser (The Alexandra Institute)
Stig Andersen (Thingvalla Kommunikation)
Bente Kjølby Larsen (The Alexandra Institute)
Susanne Brøndberg (The Alexandra Institute)
Lene Holst Mortensen (The Alexandra Institute)
Interviews by Stig Andersen
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TRADOC OE Brenda Cooper--Science Fiction PerspectiveUS Army TRADOC G2
The document discusses potential trends in science, technology, society, and the environment over the next 20 years based on current trajectories:
- Information and artificial intelligence will continue to be major economic drivers, and computer models will increasingly influence economics.
- Some form of world governance will be needed to address issues like climate change, but increased centralized power could face resistance to change.
- Privacy will continue declining as sensors record more data and people willingly share locations. Populations will age significantly. 3D printing will enable on-demand manufacturing almost anywhere. Interaction with robots will become more common.
- Climate change impacts like migration, shortages, and economic shocks are likely to be a major factor over
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Dr. Sean Tan, Head of Data Science, Changi Airport Group
Discover how Changi Airport Group (CAG) leverages graph technologies and generative AI to revolutionize their search capabilities. This session delves into the unique search needs of CAG’s diverse passengers and customers, showcasing how graph data structures enhance the accuracy and relevance of AI-generated search results, mitigating the risk of “hallucinations” and improving the overall customer journey.
Unlocking Productivity: Leveraging the Potential of Copilot in Microsoft 365, a presentation by Christoforos Vlachos, Senior Solutions Manager – Modern Workplace, Uni Systems
Observability Concepts EVERY Developer Should Know -- DeveloperWeek Europe.pdfPaige Cruz
Monitoring and observability aren’t traditionally found in software curriculums and many of us cobble this knowledge together from whatever vendor or ecosystem we were first introduced to and whatever is a part of your current company’s observability stack.
While the dev and ops silo continues to crumble….many organizations still relegate monitoring & observability as the purview of ops, infra and SRE teams. This is a mistake - achieving a highly observable system requires collaboration up and down the stack.
I, a former op, would like to extend an invitation to all application developers to join the observability party will share these foundational concepts to build on:
Threats to mobile devices are more prevalent and increasing in scope and complexity. Users of mobile devices desire to take full advantage of the features
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Prof kaku the world in 2030 Via Effendi Ibnoe
1. Effendi Ibnoe
IPMI – Executive123
Case: “The World in 2030: How Science Will Affect Computers, Medicine, Jobs,
Our Lifestyles and the Wealth of our Nations”
By Dr. Michio Kaku of University of New York
In 2009 Dr. Michio Kaku spoke in front of a crowd at Queensborough Community
College, NY about what he thinks the future will be like by 2030. Kaku made very colorful
points and with an added sense of humor, for an entertaining discussion. Besides being a scholar
himself, Kaku, has interviewed over 300 physicists – thereby giving him an idea of where our
society is headed, technically speaking.
He started the discussion with the picture bellow, about Moore’s law:
From the graphics he concluded:
· Doubling time for computer power is 18 months
· Future can be reasonably predicted out to 2020
· By 2020, chips may cost a penny
· Millions of chips will be scattered into our world
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2. · The computer will be everywhere, and nowhere
· After 2020: Quantum computing Artificial intelligence – jobs and society
This means that if cars obeyed Moore's law, cars today would cost 10 cents. This means
that by 2020 computer chips will cost about a penny. The future of the computer will be
everywhere and nowhere, hidden in the walls, hidden in the fabric of our life, just like electricity
is. It is everywhere and nowhere.
Physicist wrote the World Wide Web to keep track of subatomic particles. It was created
to dominate a nuclear war with Russia so we can communicate and rebuild America after New
York City is in ruins, Los Angeles, Chicago are vaporized, that's how we're going to recreate
America after World War 3. And you can see here that the internet corresponds with prosperity.
Where there is the internet, there is prosperity; there is commerce, science, finance. Where there
is no internet, there is poverty.
He first discusses how communication will soon be improved with optic web interfaces
beginning with eye glasses and then contact lenses (Smart Glass & Smart Lens). People can
download any website, any movie, do e-mails from these things and they will also recognize
people's faces. In the future, glasses will be fashionable with full internet capability. They can be
flashed directly into the retina of your eye; they could be flashed right onto the screen of your
glasses, or used as an attachment to your glasses. Fashion models will be wearing these things;
young people will demand to have full internet capability. Any video, any movie, any website,
and music downloaded via your glasses. In the future people will see subtitles of a foreign
language in the contact lenses. The contact lenses will recreate the full animation of the height of
the Roman Empire as you walk through the ruins. This is called augmented reality. Not virtual
reality, it’s a mixture of reality with animation, with subtitles, with translations. The contact
lenses will give you how fast you're moving, how much gas you have, and even point out land
marks as you're driving. This is what happens with Moore's law. The computer chip will cost a
penny, like electricity, they'll be everywhere, and nowhere.
Kaku then continued with how people will communicate in the future. In the future
people will have E-Paper instead of our Blackberry’s today. You'll simply scroll out paper
which is intelligent. And you'll type on that sheet of paper. So your cell phone is an entire PC. In
fact it has more power than a super computer of today. In fact, wall paper will be so cheap, that
when you put up wall paper it will be intelligent. Wall paper will be as intelligent as your
computer today.
Kaku then spoke of disposable computers. The computers are disposable, or at least more
commoditized, because we’ll have chips that we’ll carry information, wherever we go. He
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3. believes that we’ll have a filing systems worth of information on these chips. The computers just
act as the interface for these chips.
The idea of “Smart Wallpaper” was interesting. Kaku claims that we’ll be living in a
world where the walls are of digital interfaces, ultimately enhancing communication. The
wallpapers will make “touching” attainable. Instead of eating a dinner by yourself, you’ll be
able to have video conferences with friends, or a baby sitter at all times within your house.
Medically, our society is going to change significantly in 2 ways, for preventative
analysis. Our health and ancestral health information will be available wherever we go. Kaku
discusses “Smart Toilets.” The toilets would analyze our feces on a daily basis, alerting doctors
if in case something was wrong. The toilets along with “Smart Glass,” could analyze our
proteins, genes and DNA. ”Smart Glass” would work by blowing on the glass; the glass would
then capture either bacteria or pieces of skin from our mouth, to analyze.
Kaku said that a world where organs will be genetically created in labs. He also claims
that doctors will conduct surgery with 3D video and imaging.
Kaku then speaks on “Artificial Intelligence”. He said not to worry about a “Judgment
Day” ending. Robots are so far away from having any conscious personality, where bad behavior
is the outcome. He said that if they showed any signs of this evil trait, that we’d have more than
enough time to turn the robots off.
Kaku later goes into speaking about “Invisibility”, “Teleportation” and
“Telepathy.” Regarding teleportation, he says that it’s basically impossible. In order to teleport,
we have to dissolve and then reconstruct the object or organism. It essentially would be creating
a new you. Telepathy is now possible; however it’s just the beginning. He gave an example of
a paralyzed victim that is able to communicate with the web. It’s our first direct link between
mind and computer.
He says that we’ll have the ability to record dreams. He gave an example from a Kyoto
study that was able to map images from the brain, via MRI scan to computer. The subject had
his/her sight recorded via this extraction method and the object mapped out was a horseshoe.
This same technology may be able to assist government agencies with lie detector tests.
Later in the discussion he speaks of the “far away” future. He talks about “Interstellar
Travel,” via NASA starships. He also discusses ”Blackholes” and “Time Machines.” One thing
that interested me was his discussion on “The 4 types of civilizations”.
Types of Civilizations:
· Type 0 – our civilization
· Type I – controls power of an entire planet
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4. · Type II – controls power of an entire star
· Type III – controls power of an entire galaxy
Now we are at Type 0 civilization, we don’t even a raid on this scale, he said. We get our
energy from dead plants, oil and coal.
He claims that we’ll be a Type I civilization in 100 years. It’s meaning, that one
government will rule the world. Type I civilization has the power of entire planet, they harness
the weather, they can play with storms, they play with hurricanes and volcanoes. The Type I
civilization comment strikes an intriguing fact of Kaku’s “NWO affiliation.”
Type II is stellar; they consume the power of a star like the federation applied on Star
Trek. Star Treks would be very a typical of the Type II civilization; they can barely harness the
power a star. Type III controls the power of an entire galaxy like the empire.
Type III: if the universe will eventually freeze:
a) Escape into another universe
b) Escape into an earlier time in the past
c) If this too difficult, inject the sum total of your information through a tiny
wormhole and re-create your civilization.
All in all, it was an insightful discussion. He’s a brilliant man and a bit cocky at times,
but this presentation was filled with many new ideas that give listeners some sense of what
direction technology will bring us.
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