The Contested Technology: Automation, Artificial Intelligence, and the Struggle for Popular Sovereignty
Jonathan Dubinski Key Takeaways
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- Rapid advancements in automation and AI are reshaping society, raising questions about control and benefits of these technologies.
- The focus should not be on whether technology will displace jobs, but rather on ensuring fair, democratic, and just application of these technologies.
- It is crucial to consider whether technology will lead to human liberation or new forms of servitude, emphasizing the need for collective action.
- Addressing this pivotal issue regarding the future of technology is an urgent matter that requires immediate attention.
Transforming Technologies: Balancing Power and Progress for a Fair Future
As automation and artificial intelligence rapidly reshape tomorrow’s society, a critical question emerges. It is not merely about whether these technologies will displace jobs, but more fundamentally, about who will control and benefit from their immense capabilities. This transformative era demands collective action: not against technology itself, but in pursuit of its fair, democratic, and just application. Understanding whether technology will ultimately lead to human liberation or new forms of servitude is paramount. The time to address this pivotal issue is now.
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