Future

Will humans eventually merge with machines?

For

Brain implants and bionics are already developing.

Against

It risks losing what makes us human.

Anonymous excerpts, translated where noted.

For

  • Brain implants could help patients regain functions such as focus and memory.
    RedditOriginal language: English
  • Machine enhancement could increase memory, problem-solving and learning capacity.
    RedditOriginal language: English

Against

  • Even minimally invasive brain surgery is not something people casually choose for a productivity boost.
    RedditOriginal language: English
  • Paid access to effective human enhancement would generate massive inequality.
    RedditOriginal language: English
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