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Nick Bostrom

Professor of Philosophy at University of Oxford and Director of the Future of Humanity Institute, specializing in the ethical and strategic implications of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence.

About

Nick Bostrom is a philosopher based at the University of Oxford, where he serves as Professor of Philosophy and the founding Director of the Future of Humanity Institute.
His research focuses on the long-term impacts of technological and existential risks to humanity, including artificial intelligence safety, biosecurity, and global catastrophic risks.
He is widely recognized for his influential work on the concept of superintelligence and the ethical challenges it poses.
Bostrom's interdisciplinary approach combines philosophy, technology foresight, and policy analysis to address issues critical to humanity's future.

Areas of Expertise

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Recent Podcasts

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Nick Bostrom: Simulation and Superintelligence | Lex Fridman Podcast #83

Topic: Artificial Intelligence and Simulation Hypothesis

01:56:38964,97414,6505 years ago
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