TED: Technology that knows what you're feeling | Poppy Crum

The video explores how advanced technology can detect subtle human expressions and emotions, challenging the notion of a 'poker face.' It compares human cognitive control with animal responses, demonstrating how pupil dilation and thermal imaging reveal internal states. The potential of empathetic technology to enhance human connection and understanding is discussed, emphasizing the importance of privacy and data sharing.

What capabilities do computers have in detecting human emotions?

How does the speaker view the loss of agency in sharing our inner lives?

What examples does the speaker provide to illustrate how animals respond to their internal states?

What is the significance of the spider's response to sound in relation to human emotional responses?

In what ways can technology help us understand our mental and physical health?

How can technology predict mental health conditions based on language changes?

What role does the chemical composition of breath play in understanding emotions?

How does the speaker suggest technology can enhance human connection?

What concerns does the speaker raise about sharing personal data?

What is the potential impact of empathetic technology on society?