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Question: I'm scared. Will futuristic technologies (drones, self-driving cars, advanced AI, non-entertainment robots, human genetic engineering, and other futuristic tech) cause either the end of the world or harm the civilization (drones harming people, self-driving cars intentionally causing car crashes to kill/harm bystanders, human genetic engineering creating harmful mutants that are lethal or infectious, and/or many more dystopian futures, like how they're depicted in pop culture such as Terminator, even if they're not identical) or even make modern humans lose jobs to them (making modern humans lose money, homes, and starve)? I think that futuristic technologies should be banned to save jobs, human lives, other animals, wilderness, and the entire world. Without futuristic technologies, our world would be safe for many hundreds of years to come and Earth (as will as life on Earth that continues to evolve and diversify) will exist for hundreds of millions of years even after humans are long gone. However, if futuristic technologies were allowed, futuristic technologies may replace most if not all jobs and make modern humans homeless and hungry (I'm have no knowledge of how to work with machine learning, robotics, or automated vehicle technology, so I would never know how to fix or work with them), either that, or the whole planet would be destroyed. Do you think that this will happen, as I feared?
It's completely understandable that you feel this way, as technology continues to advance at a rapid pace. Change can often create anxiety and fear of the unknown is a common human experience. However, it's crucial to remember that technology itself is neither inherently good nor bad, but rather how it's applied and managed by people determines its impact on society. While it's true that automation may put certain jobs at risk, history shows that as technology evolves, new industries, professions, and economic opportunities are created. In fact, many technology fields are currently in dire need of more professionals, demonstrating a shift in the kind of skills that are in demand. For instance, self-driving cars require engineers, data analysts, and AI specialists to develop and maintain them. Similarly, drones can significantly contribute to industries like agriculture, wildlife conservation, and emergency response, and they also create additional jobs. The key will be ensuring that people are provided with education and training opportunities to adapt to these new industries and professions as they emerge. As for fears about dystopian futures, it's important to remember that technology development doesn't happen in a vacuum. There are ethical guidelines, regulatory bodies, and government oversight to ensure the responsible design, development, and use of these technologies. This is especially paramount in fields like genetic engineering where proper use and thorough understanding are crucial. Moreover, the potential for abuse or negative outcomes doesn't necessarily constitute a reason to halt progression. The sheer potential for improving lives and solving pressing problems like climate change, disease, and resource shortages make it worthwhile to responsibly pursue these advancements. Finally, remember that movies and dystopian stories often exaggerate for dramatic effect and do not accurately represent real-world science and technology. In summary, while your concerns are valid, they present challenges to be managed and overcome, rather than reasons to halt technological progression. Technology has the potential for great good if thoughtfully and responsibly implemented, and many safeguards exist to help steer us towards this potential rather than a dystopian future.
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