When Technology and Humanity Cross

[Audio] When Technology and Humanity Cross Navigating the Ethical, Social, and Existential Frontier Ronel T. Pacubat, PhD.

[Audio] Let’s watch a video: Guide questions: What is the video all about? What is does technology do? How does it cross the humanity? https://youtu.be/F4WZ_k0vUDM?si=buEszfS_7Otiby-O.

[Audio] Core Theories of Interaction Technological Determinism Social Constructivism This theory posits that technology is the primary driver of social change. It suggests that our tools determine our cultural values and social structure. "We shape our buildings; thereafter they shape us." Contrary to determinism, this view argues that human agency and social context determine how technology is developed and used. Tools are social artifacts that reflect human intent and negotiation..

[Audio] Heidegger: The Way of Revealing Martin Heidegger's philosophy transcends the idea of technology as a mere "instrument." He defines it as a way of revealing the world. However, he warns of Enframing (Gestell): a mode where we see nature and even humans only as "standing reserves"—resources to be calculated and used rather than beings to be honored..

[Audio] Aristotle and the "Good Life" Human Flourishing Eudaimonia (human flourishing) is the ultimate goal of human life according to Aristotle. In STS, we must ask: Does our technology serve our virtue? A "smart" life is not necessarily a "good" life. We must evaluate if our tools foster wisdom (Phronesis) or simply provide distraction and efficiency..

[Audio] CRISPR: Writing the Future Biotechnology represents the most radical crossing of tech and humanity. With CRISPR-Cas9, we have moved from evolving through chance to evolving through design. This "Genetic Crossing" forces us to confront the ethics of "Designer Humans" and the potential for a new biological divide between those who can afford enhancements and those who cannot. https://youtu.be/2pp17E4E-O8?si=M6gh9kZmAqy4CvA5.

[Audio] AI and Cognitive Extension Social Impact Cognitive Extension Ethical Risks As we delegate judgment to algorithms, we risk the erosion of human empathy and moral accountability. AI acts as a partner in intellect, expanding our capacity to process data and solve complex problems. Large Language Models are redefining human communication, creativity, and the nature of "original" thought. Exponential Rate of Technological Change (Generalized Moore's Law).

[Audio] Access and the Digital Divide Inequality at the Crossing 33% Technology does not cross humanity equally. For one-third of the global population, the digital age remains a distant promise. In a world where internet access is a prerequisite for modern citizenship, this divide creates a new form of social and political disenfranchisement. Offline Globally.

[Audio] Technological Impact Matrix Sector Technological Crossing Core Human Risk Biotechnology CRISPR / Gene Editing Genetic Determinism & Inequality Artificial Intelligence Generative Models / LLMs Loss of Authenticity & Truth Robotics Social / Care Robots Atrophy of Human Empathy Information Tech Algorithmic Curation Erosion of Shared Reality.

[Audio] Ethical Frameworks The Precautionary Principle: When an innovation carries a risk of catastrophic harm, the burden of proof that it is safe lies with the creators, not the public. Human-Centric Design: Engineering principles must prioritize psychological and physical well-being over corporate efficiency or rapid growth. Data Sovereignty: Establishing privacy and digital "inner space" as a fundamental human right in the age of surveillance capitalism..

[Audio] The Evolution of the Crossing 1980s 2020s PC Revolution Computing moves from the lab to the home. AI & CRISPR Direct intervention in cognition and biology. Future ?: https://youtu.be/P_4mgkxCO_w?si=B7cv-0ACQB2EWdJV 1950s 2000s The Web 2.0 The rise of hyper-connected social realities. Cybernetics Foundations of human-machine feedback loops..

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