The Singularity Is Nearer: When We Merge with AI

by Ray Kurzweil

So science tells us that complex brains give rise to functional consciousness. But what causes us to have subjective consciousness? Some say God. Others believe consciousness is a product of purely physical processes. But regardless of consciousness’s origin, both poles of the spiritual–secular divide agree that it is somehow sacred.

What makes a piece of music so alive, is the fact that it adapts a general plan to its own requirements. The art of music has come a long way, and has always retained connection with human feelings.

Art and literature inspire empathy for kinds of people we’ve never met and can help us grow in virtue.

People who are transgender have greater ability than ever before to make their physical bodies match the gender identity that they experience inside.

As I will explain later in this chapter, we will soon produce high-quality, low-cost food using vertical agriculture with AI-controlled production and chemical-free harvesting.

Appreciate the optimism!

With very few workers required and a small land footprint, future vertical farms will eventually be able to produce crops so cheaply that consumers may be able to get food products almost for free.

That doesnt take into consideration corporte greed