WHY T H E F U T U R E
D O E S NOT N E E D US?
ERVILL N. VILLEGAS RN
THE RISE OF
TECHNOLOGY
• Over the past few decades, we have seen an
explosion of technological advancements that
have fundamentally altered the way we live our
lives. From the internet to smartphones to
artificial intelligence, these innovations have
reshaped our world in ways that were once
unimaginable.
• While these developments have brought about
incredible progress and convenience, they have
also raised important questions about the role of
technology in our society. As we continue to
push the boundaries of what is possible, we must
consider the potential consequences of our
actions and ensure that we are using technology
for the greater good.
THE IMPACT ON SOCIETY
• As machines become more advanced and capable,
the question arises: what will happen to human
workers? The impact on society could be profound.
Jobs that were once considered safe from automation
may soon be at risk, leaving many people without
work and struggling to make ends meet.
• Furthermore, the rise of machines could lead to a
loss of human skills and knowledge. As we rely
more and more on automation, we may forget how to
do things ourselves. This could have serious
consequences if there is ever a disruption to our
technology-dependent systems. We must consider
the long-term impact of relying so heavily on
machines.
•The development of
artificial intelligence
may make robots act or
decide like humans.
•This possibility
needs reflection
regarding ethical
considerations
concerning robots.
Automation, increasing sophistication of
computers, and robots may be threatening
the usefulness of humans and threatening
human employment
A ROBOT
•is an actuated mechanism
programmable in two or
more axes with a degree of
autonomy, moving within
its environment, to perform
intended tasks
AUTONOM
Y
•means the ability to
perform intended tasks
based on current state
and sensing without
human intervention
Ethical Dilemma of Robots
By Dylan Evans
• Some countries are drawing ethical codes and legislation
regarding human abuse to robots and vice versa.
•The development of emotional robotics which allows robots
to recognize human expressions of emotion and to engage in
behavior that humans readily perceive as emotional also
contributes to the ethical dilemma regarding robots and
humans.
THE THREAT OF
ARTIFICIAL
INTELLIGENCE
• Artificial intelligence has the potential to revolutionize our world, but
with great power comes great responsibility. The rapid development
of AI raises concerns about its impact on society and the potential
dangers it poses. As machines become more advanced, they could
potentially replace humans in various industries, leading to massive
job loss and economic disruption.
• Furthermore, the lack of control over AI systems could lead to
unintended consequences. A self-learning algorithm could develop its
own agenda, leading to disastrous outcomes for humanity. Imagine a
future where machines have taken over decision-making processes,
leaving humans powerless and at the mercy of their creations. This
dystopian scenario is not far-fetched, and it is up to us to ensure that
we are not replaced by our own inventions.
SOME OF THE ETHICAL
QUESTIONS THAT ARE
RELEVANT TO THIS ISSUE
INCLUDE:
• What does it mean for humans to be replaced by machines?
•Is the value of a human inversely proportional to that
of a machine exhibiting artificial intelligence?
• How do we guard against mistakes committed by
machines?
•If a robot injures someone, is the designer to
blame, or the user, or the robot itself?
•If robots can feel pain, should they be granted
certain rights?
•If robots develop emotions, as some experts think they will,
should they be allowed to marry humans?
• Should robots be allowed to own property?
•If we see machines as increasingly human-like, will we come
to see ourselves as more machine- like?
HUMANS, TELEVISION SETS, MOBILE PHONES, AND
COMPUTERS
HUMANS, TELEVISION SETS,
MOBILE PHONES, AND
COMPUTERS
•Almost every household contain television sets, mobilephones, and computers.
•There are hundreds of millions of mobile phone subscription, millions of
active Facebook accounts, and several hours of mobile phone and computer
interface.
•The Philippines has currently one of the highest digital
populations in the
world and is the fastest-growing application market in Southeast Asia.
•These devices are used as platforms for advertisements, propaganda, and
advocacies for communication, for information dissemination, as recreational
activity and stress reliever, and as way to bond with family members.
• Parents argue that they make children lazy and unhealthy.
• People become alienated from other people because
they are fixated with these devices. Instead of
THOUGH THERE connecting people, they tend to separate them.
ARE USES, • People who are unable to distinguish from what is right
SOME ARGUE and wrong are exposed to
THAT THERE • things which are not suitable for them.
ARE ETHICAL
• Also, according to the article “Is Google making us
DILEMMAS stupid?” by Nicolas Carr, we become dependent on
THAT THESE the Internet that our intelligence is affected.
ADVANCEMENT
S BRING FORTH. • We begin to lose our way of concentration and
contemplation and we began to lose
THESE INCLUDE: • interest in reading longish articles or books.
• Instead, we rely on the speed and ease of the Internet.
• William Nelson Joy, an American computer scientist and
chief scientist of Sun Microsystems, wrote an article for
Wired magazine entitled Why the future doesn’t need
us?
• Joy warned against the rapid rise of new technologies.
• He explained that 21st century technologies - genetics,
W H Y T H E F U T U R E DOESN’T nanotechnology, and robotics (GNR) - are becoming
NEED U S ? very powerful that they can potentially bring about new
WI LLI AM NELSON J O Y, AP RI L
2000 classes of accidents, threats, and abuses.
• He further warned that these dangers are even more
pressing because they do
•not require large facilities or even rare materials
• Knowledge alone will make them potentially harmful to
humans
WILLIAM NELSON J O Y
• He argued that robotic, genetic engineering, and
nanotechnology pose much greater threats than
technological developments that have come before
• He cited the ability of nanobots to self-replicate, which
could quickly get out of control
• He also voiced out about the rapid increase of
computer power
• He was also concerned that computers will eventually
become more intelligent than humans, thus societies
into dystopian visions, such as robot rebellions.
W H Y T H E F U T U R E DOESN’T NEED
U S?
WILLIAM NELSON JO Y, APRIL 2000
••Joy’s article tackles the unpleasant and
uncomfortable possibilities that a senseless
approach to scientific and technological
advancements may bring.
••It is very unavoidable to think of a future that
will no longer need the human race.
••It makes thinking of the roles and obligations of
every stakeholder a necessary component of
scientific and technological advancement.
••In this case, it is very necessary that the scientific
community, governments, and businesses engage in
a discussion to determine the safeguards of humans
against the potential dangers of science and
technology.
THE NEED FOR ETHICAL
CONSIDERATIONS
• As we continue to push the boundaries of
technology, it's becoming increasingly
important to consider the ethical implications
of our actions. We need to ask ourselves not
just what we can do with technology, but what
we should do.
• For example, the development of artificial
intelligence has the potential to revolutionize
many industries, from healthcare to
transportation. However, without proper
ethical considerations, it could also lead to
widespread job loss and even the creation of
autonomous weapons. It's up to us to ensure
that these technologies are developed and
implemented in a way that benefits society as
a whole, rather than just a select few.
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