Where Descartes meets Darwin

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the belief expressed by the chief scientist at Sun Microsystems, Bill Joy, that machines could become more intelligent than humans. The development of genetic manipulation and nanotechnology are discussed.

Influence, Genetic engineering, Joy, William N.

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Act now to keep new technologies out of destructive hands

Article Abstract:

A response by the chief scientist and co-founder of Sun Microsystems, Bill Joy, is made to comments of Jacques Attali, Francis Fukayama, Amory Lovins, and Alvina and Heidi Toffler on his paper "Why The Future Doesn't Need Us."

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The beginning of a new history

Article Abstract:

The beliefs of the chief scientist at Sun Microsystems, Bill Joy, concerning the danger to humans posed by the advancement of technology are discussed by philosopher Francis Fukuyama and banker Jacques Attali.

Interview, Attali, Jacques, Fukuyama, Francis

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