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omtmn t1_j8gasbq wrote

Anything that will stagnate positive growth for humanity is where we should draw the line. We never know what could harm or benefit us, it all depends on how we use the technology of course.

Everything is made to complement our existence, but it's up to us whether that crosses the line to degeneracy. For example, we could eventually give AI too much responsibility regarding any task requiring physical effort from us.

That plus easy access to food (deliveries, not having to cook) could easily lead us to more health issues, and 10x more obesity problems.

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[deleted] OP t1_j8gd7c3 wrote

I would argue that not having to cook would lead to far better health. People eat unhealthy food because it is the most convenient and inexpensive option, not because it is the best option. Wealthy people these days are often in much better health because they can afford good restaurants and private chefs. If you could give yourself an optimized meal plan without having to worry about anything it would be much easier to get in shape. An automatic kitchen along with automated grocery deliveries would be a health revolution.

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omtmn t1_j8gdhbb wrote

No yes! Agree, that's a definite outcome, that's also my point though. We just don't know how we will treat the tech, it can only become harmful if we make it so.

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omtmn t1_j8gayb3 wrote

Trial and error with all the cool new inventions, but having to put money aside for our well-being when we go overboard with said technology is what's going to matter.

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