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technology-sequencing

The strategic consideration of the order in which transformative technologies are developed and deployed to maximize safety and benefit.

1 chapter across 1 book

Superintelligence: Paths, Dangers, Strategies (2014)Nick Bostrom

CHAPTER 14: THE STRATEGIC PICTURE

Chapter 14 of 'Superintelligence' presents a strategic overview of the development and implications of superintelligence, discussing the order and timing of technological advancements such as nanotechnology, whole brain emulation (WBE), and artificial intelligence (AI). It explores the complexities of managing existential risks, the control problem, and the potential benefits and dangers of accelerating or delaying certain technologies. The chapter also considers the international and institutional preparedness needed to navigate the intelligence explosion and the strategic choices that could influence the future trajectory of humanity.