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Dec 31, 2024 12 min

From Chains to Circuits: The Evolution from Human Slavery to a Robotic Workforce

from Before Breakfast Hosted by Kathlene Herberger

Human history is marred by the dark legacy of slavery, a practice that has inflicted unimaginable suffering and injustice on countless individuals. However, as we progress into the 21st century, technological advancements offer a glimmer of hope for a future free from human trafficking and exploitation. The rise of robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) presents the possibility of a working force of robots that could liberate humanity from the shackles of forced labor. Yet, this new age brings with it a new set of fears: the potential for robots to become sentient and the ethical dilemmas that accompany such a development.

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