The fear of death is driving many to seek immortality through technology, but at what cost to humanity? from "summary" of Homo Deus by Yuval N. Harari
The idea of cheating death is as old as humanity itself. From ancient myths and legends to modern scientific research, humans have always been fascinated by the concept of immortality. In today's world, advances in technology have made the possibility of extending human life more tangible than ever before. With breakthroughs in fields such as biotechnology, artificial intelligence, and nanotechnology, many are hopeful that mortality will soon be a thing of the past. The fear of death is a powerful motivator for humans. It drives us to seek ways to overcome our own mortality, to push the boundaries of what it means to be human. The quest for immortality through technology is a natural progression of this desire to escape the inevitable. However, the question remains: at what cost to humanity? As we delve deeper into the realm of enhancing human life through technology, we are faced with ethical dilemmas and existential questions. Will the pursuit of immortali...
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