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Nick Bostrom talks to TED

Nick Bostrom

Ted Talks

Posted: Apr 17, 2007

Nick Bostrom examines the future of humankind at the 2005 TED conference, and asks whether we should alter our fundamental nature to solve our intrinsic problems. He asks us to reconsider three “inevitable” features of life: death, the risk of extinction, and our inability to live consistently full lives. If we could, would we correct these flaws? Can we humans alter our basic nature in ways that will enhance our experiences in the world? Do we want to? No matter what your answer,

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