Listen "Technological Revolutions: Ethics & Policy in the Dark (2006)"
Episode Synopsis
By Nick Bostrom.Abstract:Technological revolutions are among the most important things that happen to humanity. This paper discusses some of the ethical and policy issues raised by anticipated technological revolutions, such as nanotechnology.Read the full paper:https://nickbostrom.com/revolutions.pdfMore episodes at:https://radiobostrom.com ---Outline:(01:22) 1. Introduction(06:28) 2. ELSI research, and public concerns about science and technology(16:29) 3. Unpredictability(32:50) 4. Strategic considerations in S&T policy(47:37) 5. Limiting the scope of our deliberations?(01:04:59) 6. Expanding the scope of our deliberations?
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