VOICED : Cientificos contra los “robots asesinos”

The video discusses the alarming rise of autonomous weapons, with prominent figures like Stephen Hawking and Steve Wozniak advocating for their ban. The moral implications of these weapons, which operate without human intervention, are contrasted with drones. While robots offer potential benefits in areas like healthcare and environmental issues, their use in warfare could lower the cost of conflict and spark an arms race. A historical precedent is noted with the ban on blinding laser weapons in 1998.

Who are some of the prominent figures advocating against autonomous killer robots?

• Albert Einstein and Nikola Tesla

• Mark Zuckerberg and Jeff Bezos

• Stephen Hawking and Steve Wozniak

• Bill Gates and Elon Musk

What is the key difference between drones and autonomous weapons?

• Drones are faster than autonomous weapons

• Autonomous weapons are used only in space

• Autonomous weapons are cheaper to produce

• Drones are controlled by humans, while autonomous weapons make decisions independently

What ethical concern is raised by the use of autonomous weapons?

• They are too expensive to produce

• They can make life-saving decisions

• They operate without human intervention, raising moral questions

• They are only used in peaceful missions

What potential advantage do robots offer in military applications?

• They can reduce human casualties on the battlefield

• They can increase the number of soldiers

• They can make wars more profitable

• They can be used only for defensive purposes

What historical precedent is mentioned regarding the banning of certain weapons?

• The ban on nuclear weapons

• The ban on chemical weapons

• The ban on biological weapons

• The ban on blinding laser weapons in 1998