Hugo de Garis

Hugo de Garis

Biography:

Prof. Hugo de Garis is an expert in artificial intelligence and robotics. Before retiring in 2010, de Garis ran the Artificial Brain Lab at Xiamen University, China, where he taught theoretical physics and computer science. He is probably best known for his concept of the Artilect War in which he predicts that a sizable proportion of humanity will not accept being cyborged and will not permit the risk of human extinction at the hands of godlike artilects.

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  • AI & Intelligent Design / Haunted Locations

    Evolvable hardware expert Hugo de Garis discussed the latest ideas in AI—and how they're a potential threat to humankind. Followed by TV paranormal investigators Billy Tolley and Jay Wasley on the haunted locations they encounter.More »
  • AI Dangers & Intelligent Design / Catastrophic Threats

    Dr. Hugo de Garis spoke about threats from AI, and the physics behind intelligent design. Followed by Bryan Walsh on catastrophic threats to the humanity.More »
  • Godlike Machines

    Artificial brain designer and theoretical physicist Prof. Hugo de Garis raised the issue of whether humanity should build godlike intelligent machines. Because of technological advances, he foresees a time in this century when artificial intelligence can be developed at the...More »

Last Night

Green Breakdown / UFOs & Project Doorway
Green Breakdown / UFOs & Project Doorway
Author Steve Goreham discussed climate issues and his contention that we're on the verge of a "Green Breakdown." Followed by researcher Stephen Mera on Project Doorway that explores the connections between UFOs and the paranormal.

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