Should we worry about robots? Pope Francis thinks so. He says that as robots become more advanced, we must make sure they serve humans rather than control us.
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The Pope, the professor and our robot future
Should we worry about robots? Pope Francis thinks so. He says that as robots become more advanced, we must make sure they serve humans rather than control us.
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In March, Pope Francis warned that we should not to create intelligent robots without thinking about the
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Many scientists think that one day, robots will have artificial intelligence (AI). This means they would be able to think and maybe even have feelings like humans.
Japanese scientist Hiroshi Ishiguro builds life-like robots. He says that in 100 years' time, we will not be able to tell the difference between humans and robots.
He even hopes that humans will, one day, become part-robot so we can live forever.
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Should we be worried about robots?
Yes. We are rushing to create AI when we have no idea what will happen. If we make robots that learn like humans and have the minds of computers, will they become more powerful than us?
No! The robot revolution will make our lives easier. Robots could be companions for the elderly and lonely or perform boring jobs that humans don't want. It's an exciting time for science!
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The Pope, the professor and our robot future
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