Monthly Archives: May 2020

Regulating the rise of technology

Posted on 28 May, 2020 by David Wood

Dear Futurists, The topic of “ethical AI” arises in many discussions these days. I confess that I am often frustrated by these discussions. They can seem a bit abstract or other-worldly. So let me offer my own views on “ethical … Continue reading →

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More aware, more agile, more alive

Posted on 22 May, 2020 by David Wood

Dear Futurists, If humanity was  badly prepared for the Covid-19 pandemic, what else are we failing to properly anticipate? 1.) The next pandemic: mental distress? Sat 23rd May A variety of types of mental ill-health are increasing alarmingly. Far too … Continue reading →

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If only we knew what we knew

Posted on 16 May, 2020 by David Wood

Dear Futurists, If only we knew what we knew… Collectively, the members and friends of London Futurists possess a remarkable range of knowledge and wisdom about almost every field of human life. My task, as chair of the organisation, is … Continue reading →

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Tracking, hacking, uploading: tomorrow for good?

Posted on 8 May, 2020 by David Wood

Dear Futurists, 1.) Apps that track: what should we expect? TOMORROW (Sat 9th May) London Futurists is trying something different tomorrow (Saturday 9th May). Rather than having a formal panel discussing topics in front of a virtual audience – the … Continue reading →

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