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The 4 greatest threats to the survival of humanity

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With the invention of the atomic bomb, humanity gained the power to destroy itself for the first time in our history. Since then, our risk of either extinction or the collapse of civilization has steadily increased. Just how likely are we to destroy ourselves? And what poses the greatest threat to our survival? Dig into four existential threats and explore how we can safeguard our future.

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Advances in science and technology results in great benefits for human society and improved our standard of living. Yet the risks of innovations such as artificial intelligence are unknown. How do we determine which risks are worth taking and which benefits outweigh the risks?


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Sazia AfrinNew York, New York, United States

We can determine which risks are worth taking is by studying and experimenting with the risks and whether they are worth the risk. If we find that the risks of innovations are worth risking then we can determine which risks are worth taking. To determine which benefits outweigh the risks is also by studying and experimenting with the risks and the benefits that will possible outweigh them.

I don't think artificial intelligence will serve any bad purpose,it will be very useful, especially in the military field, it should be developed depending on the need.

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Posted on 02/12/2023

Posted by YAĞMUR UTKU COMPLETED LESSON

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