Technological Singularity

What is the technological singularity?

• A theoretical future event where computer intelligence surpasses human intelligence

• A point in time when humans and machines merge

• A new technology that enhances human intelligence

• A mathematical concept unrelated to technology

Who are some of the figures associated with popularizing the idea of technological singularity?

• Ray Kurzweil and Elon Musk

• Albert Einstein and Isaac Newton

• Steve Jobs and Bill Gates

• Nikola Tesla and Thomas Edison

What is one potential risk of the technological singularity mentioned in the passage?

• Human extinction due to superintelligent machines

• Global warming due to increased energy consumption

• Economic collapse due to job automation

• Loss of privacy due to surveillance technologies

According to Ray Kurzweil, when might the technological singularity occur?

• 2045

• 2025

• 2030

• 2050

What is a criticism of the technological singularity concept mentioned in the passage?

• Significant technological advancements have been occurring throughout history

• It is impossible for machines to surpass human intelligence

• The singularity will lead to a utopian society

• Superintelligent machines will always be under human control

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