Paul Abela – Social Robot Futures

We Can’t Look to Technology To Solve Our Problems

Nov 16, 2017Jan 31, 2023

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Saint Mary’s University English professor Teresa Heffernan teamed up with Paul Abela of the Department of Philosophy, Acadia University, to argue for the “con” side in a policy debate last month on the implications of AI and robots for the future of society. Stan Matwin (Dalhousie) and Danny Silver (Acadia) defended the pro side. While the pro vs. con structure was simplistic, it generated a dynamic conversation on the “grounds for optimism” compared to “concerns about what the future will bring.” A video of the debate is now available.

Public Debate: AI/Robots and Our Future

Oct 1, 2017Jan 31, 2023

The aim of this public debate is to foster a broad and inclusive discussion which informs our understanding of the dynamics and consequences of the rise of AI and Robotics and how to govern its impact on humanity and our world.