Will technology shape our future or will we | Deborah Nas | TEDxAlkmaar

[timoguedon]

I appreciate the call for a broad societal debate on the future of technology, especially quantum tech. It's crucial that diverse voices are heard in this conversation.

[robertahvieira]

I have respect for her for being honest about her doubts and fears as a tech optimist. It takes guts to question your own perspective like that.

[IamtheTechPrincess]

I like to think that even people not in the industry can be having conversations about this stuff and just spread a little more understanding and awareness... I think a lot of the time people just never form opinions about this stuff until it's a major thing that's happening and then they're just told how to feel about it

[eva-singer]

YES DEBORAH! I am SO passionate about this topic - The ethical concerns raised here are crucial. We must not let technology advance without considering its impact on society. It's time for responsible innovation and a deep societal debate. Yes so many people still fighting like children instead of focusing on what really matters.

[thenextbigthingishere]

I relate to her journey of going from tech optimist to skeptic. It's getting harder and harder to just focus on the positivity and ignore the potential negative consequences, the latter far outweighs the former.

[azureopal]

The historical perspective on how people have always been skeptical or concerned about new tech is interesting! It seems like every generation has had it's own set of worries but then also adapts to the changes that come from it.

[natalemodesto]

I love the point she makes about our frame of reference informing our perceptions of technology. There are always going to be people with varying levels of comfort and familiarity to innovations.

[Tell-Us-Now]

I get what she's saying and whole-heartedly agree. We have to embrace tech and use it to shape the future we want. It's all about adaptability

[abradisme]

I appreciate the call for a broad societal debate on quantum. We can't let it run wild. Let's shape a future with ethical guidelines.

[masonaddison]

The idea that we shape technology and then it shapes us is profound. Loved this perspective.

[wendyrocha]

I think the future is a mix of both optimism and caution. We can't stop progress, but we can guide it in a direction that benefits humanity as a whole.

[alyhdickinson]

Okay I've never really understood what the Quantum thing meant but the way she compares it to the invention of the laser made it click. Also to then think about lasers and all the stuff we do with them!! Crazy.

[daveallanthedave]

I'm glad she gave us some historical context in terms of how we've received technological advancements in the past. It's a good perspective check. Humans are great at adapting.

[ianrendle]

The quantum technology discussion is intriguing and the call for everyone to contribute to shaping its ethical and societal impacts is pretty spot on

[imadampierce]

I think the better question or focus should be how can we educate ourselves and others about the benefits and negatives in a way that allows for the safe and responsible consumption of tech

[gwendolyncarnell]

I have to say the concept of technological optimism versus pessimism is really interesting!

[judeblyth]

Concerns about AI and privacy were well articulated, we need more discussions like this where issues are communicated intelligently rather than just the usual fear mongering or blind optimism and support

[natashaislier]

The part about our relationship with technology evolving as we age hits close to home. Makes you wonder how our kids perceive tech that seemed daunting to us.

[mikedrawley]

Excited about the potential of Quantum technology and the need for a broad societal debate.

[thetruemindfulmeditator]

As we shape it, it shapes us. This is why presence and awareness is important to use in all things, we need to be able to see the consequences of our actions before they happen.