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“A very little key will open a very heavy door” (Charles Dickens, Hunted Down)
Weaponizing robots
An open letter on the Boston Dynamics site to the robotics industry argued for not weaponizing robots. Main point: "We pledge that we will not weaponize our advanced-mobility general-purpose robots or the software we develop that enables advanced...
Robot companions for older people?
I found an article about a study about how robots could be useful "in assisting seniors in both their homes and elderly care facilities." The focus of the study was on emotional responses to robots. Main point: More about it: When interacting with a robot, "most of...
A clever seat
Are the kids OK?Via Christianity Today, the question for parents: "How do we actually go about developing empathy in our kids?"A major point: "…the key to fostering moral development is to focus on your actions and not words alone."Apropos of Independence Day, what it...
Are the kids OK?Via Christianity Today, the question for parents: "How do we actually go about developing empathy in our kids?"A major point: "…the key to fostering moral development is to focus on your actions and not words alone."Apropos of Independence Day, what it...
Look outward for stabilityA paradoxical statement: “…disruption is a tool God uses with frustrating frequency for the good of those who love him (Rom. 8:28), and even for those who don’t.” Why look over the linked article?“…the disruption Jesus wrought was not...
Look outward for stabilityA paradoxical statement: “…disruption is a tool God uses with frustrating frequency for the good of those who love him (Rom. 8:28), and even for those who don’t.” Why look over the linked article?“…the disruption Jesus wrought was not...
Intellectual journeysFound via Instapundit, a personal journey to faith through the thicket of unbelief.Starting point: “I didn’t need faith to ground my identity or my values…and my perception of Christianity fitted well with the views of my fellow students:...