Sofanauts Tony Smith

Tony C Smith: https://www.youtube.com/@TonyCSmith
Bryan Alexander: https://bryanalexander.org/
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Topics covered
How One Author Pushed the Limits of Ai Copyright: https://www.wired.com/story/the-us-copyright-office-loosens-up-a-little-on-ai/#:~:text=In%20February%202023%2C%20author%20Kris,on%20the%20specific%20images%20themselves.
Liftoff! NASA’s Next-Generation Solar Sail Boom Technology Launched: https://scitechdaily.com/liftoff-nasas-next-generation-solar-sail-boom-technology-launched/ (in Netflix 3 Body)
Almost a Million People Could Suffer Lifelong Health Consequences – Drinking Water in U.S. Prisons May Have Dangerously High Levels of “Forever Chemicals” https://scitechdaily.com/almost-a-million-people-could-suffer-lifelong-health-consequences-drinking-water-in-u-s-prisons-may-have-dangerously-high-levels-of-forever-chemicals/
      The Next Frontier for Brain Implants Is Artificial Vision: https://www.wired.com/story/the-next-frontier-for-brain-implants-is-artificial-vision-neuralink-elon-musk/
Robot flamethrower dog! https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2024/04/you-can-now-buy-a-flame-throwing-robot-dog-for-under-10000/ 
Another AI gadget: https://www.theverge.com/24138746/rabbit-r1-hands-on-ai-gadget-chatgpt 
High tech archaeology: https://arstechnica.com/science/2024/04/deciphered-herculaneum-papyrus-reveals-precise-burial-place-of-plato/ 


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Tony C Smith: https://www.youtube.com/@TonyCSmith
Bryan Alexander: https://bryanalexander.org/
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Science fiction product reviews: 3 Body Problem VR headset review: magical tech in need of more apps - The Verge https://www.theverge.com/24108802/3-body-problem-vr-headset-review
Phil Dick tech: World’s First Real-Time Wearable Human Emotion Recognition Technology Unveiledhttps://scitechdaily.com/worlds-first-real-time-wearable-human-emotion-recognition-technology-unveiled/
PockeTalk https://www.pocketalk.com/product/pocketalk-plus
How Do We Age? Breakthrough New Probe Sheds Light: https://scitechdaily.com/how-do-we-age-breakthrough-new-probe-sheds-light/

AI-generated voice: https://openai.com/blog/navigating-the-challenges-and-opportunities-of-synthetic-voices
Prayer AI: https://archive.ph/SAGaZ
Robot fighter aircraft: https://www.defensenews.com/air/2024/04/19/us-air-force-stages-dogfights-with-ai-flown-fighter-jet/

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 News... 
Scientists uncover evidence that microplastics are contaminating archaeological remains: https://rb.gy/ag2kudOr more ancient: https://johnhawks.net/weblog/how-many-bathrooms-have-neandertals-in-the-tile/ 
Book example The Sheep Look Up John Brunner: https://amzn.to/3QcMWY9
The Ai pin - Humane! Oh dear I bought a Ai pin Limitless https://www.limitless.aiPip-Boy - Fallout Pip-Boy review: a wearable fit for the wasteland - The Verge https://www.theverge.com/24126232/fallout-pip-boy-reviewCreepy new Boston Dynamics robot: https://bostondynamics.com/blog/electric-new-era-for-atlas/  Book, film, TV or author
Fallout TV Show https://youtu.be/V-mugKDQDlg?si=sz24_zX-M7jHtV27
Fly Me To The Moon https://youtu.be/lW7enw6mFxs?si=9GiLnzqtccR8nVoJ
Dark Matter — Official Trailer | Apple TV https://youtu.be/j6ucGt_Xp14?si=R0pLGNsxUuJuQbBb
Severance (Apple tv) EXTRA SHOW

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00:00 Introduction and Overview
08:04 Biometric Palm Reading and Privacy Concerns
14:45 Lessons from Science Fiction: 'Flowers for Algernon' and 'Brave New World'
41:23 The Possibilities of Generative AI
48:54 The Impact of AI on Employment
59:58 The Cultural Perspectives in the Adaptations
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Advancements in technology, such as the discovery of genes that cause depressive behavior and the use of biometric palm reading, raise ethical and societal questions.
The ability to suppress or manipulate certain genes could have significant implications for mental health and well-being.
The use of biometric data for identification and transactions raises concerns about privacy and data security.
Science fiction literature provides valuable insights into the potential consequences and implications of technological advancements.
The balance between convenience and privacy is a key consideration in the adoption of new technologies. Technology has the potential to impact various aspects of our lives, including privacy and human-computer interaction.
The future may involve a shift towards voice and gesture commands, reducing the need for screens and physical interfaces.
Advancements in AI and robotics present both challenges and opportunities, including potential changes in employment.
Science fiction literature and TV adaptations can provide insights into the possibilities and implications of future technologies.

In this conversation, Tony and Bryan discuss the intersection of technology and science fiction. They explore the implications of recent advancements, such as the discovery of a gene that causes depressive behavior and the use of biometric palm reading for checkout in Amazon stores. They delve into the potential benefits and drawbacks of these technologies, including the ability to alleviate mental health issues and the invasion of privacy. They also reference science fiction works like 'Flowers for Algernon' and 'Brave New World' to examine the ethical and societal implications of these advancements. The conversation explores the potential impact of technology on various aspects of our lives, including privacy, biometrics, and human-computer interaction. It delves into the possibilities of a future where we rely more on voice and gesture commands, and where robots and AI play significant roles. The discussion also touches on the challenges and opportunities presented by advancements in AI and robotics, and the potential impact on employment and society. The conversation references science fiction literature and TV adaptations, highlighting the role of science fiction in shaping our understanding and preparation for the future.



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