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I am Zahiruddin Tavargere (Zahere). A social-learner, here to learn, share and grow with the tech community.
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I am Zahiruddin Tavargere (Zahere). A firm believer in social learning, I owe my dev career to all the tech content creators I have learned from - this is my contribution back to the community.
In chapter 1, Mustafa's book explores the concept of "waves" in human history, focusing on the transformative impact of technology and the existential risks posed by artificial intelligence and synthetic biology.
Mustafa explains that human history is shaped by world-changing events, which he calls waves. These waves can be both physical, like natural disasters, and metaphorical, such as the rise of empires, wars, and religion. Over the past two centuries, technology has emerged as a dominant wave, reshaping the world in unprecedented ways. Mustafa refers to this phenomenon as the rise of Homo Technologicus—humans as technological beings.
He argues that the next major wave will be driven by two core technologies: artificial intelligence and synthetic biology. These technologies, he warns, cannot be fully controlled, and their consequences could be dire.
The Dilemma: Mustafa highlights the dilemma nations face in the coming wave. Ignoring AI and synthetic biology would mean missing out on their benefits, while pursuing them risks potentially catastrophic consequences. This tension defines the core dilemma: how to balance the need for progress with the existential risks these technologies present. Mustafa believes that the key to navigating this dilemma is containment, though it may not be entirely achievable.
The Trap: Mustafa points out that many people fall into the trap of "pessimism aversion," an emotional response where they dismiss potential dangers, assuming that humanity will somehow manage. He argues that this optimistic outlook hinders serious consideration of the risks posed by these technologies.