Augmenting Human Capabilities to New Dimensions
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Argues that physical, neural and genetic augmentation are already real: LASIK gives pro athletes “better than perfect” vision; Open Bionics 3D‑prints themed prosthetic arms and partners with the NHS to cut costs; OpenBCI provides open‑source, 3D‑printable brain‑computer headsets for hobbyists. Predicts digital twins, brain implants and gene edits could become the new baseline, widening inequality unless these tools are made affordable and distributed — builds exist and work today, so ethics must focus on access.
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chapters (11)
- 0:00Introduction
- 0:41Human Augmentation
- 1:51Neuro Technology
- 2:39Human Augmentation Tomorrow
- 3:37Neurotechnology
- 4:25Ethical Pivot
- 7:09Maslows Hierarchy
- 10:40Self actualization
- 11:14Postscarcity society
- 12:05Ethical and responsible AI
- 13:54Conclusion
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