What are the ethical consequences of immortality technology?

What are the ethical consequences of immortality technology?

8/23/2017

link

https://aeon.co/ideas/what-are-the-ethical-consequences-of-immortality-technology

summary

This article delves into the ethical implications of immortality technology. It raises thought-provoking questions about the potential consequences and moral dilemmas that may arise if humans were to achieve biological immortality. The author explores various facets of immortality technology, including implications for social inequality, overpopulation, and the value of human life. The article also considers the psychological and emotional impact of knowing that death is no longer inevitable. Ultimately, it encourages readers to critically reflect on the ethical challenges and trade-offs that may come with the pursuit of immortality.

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social impact ꞏ bioethics ꞏ ethics ꞏ ethical challenges ꞏ mortality ꞏ ethical implications ꞏ medical ethics ꞏ technology ꞏ scientific progress ꞏ consequences of immortality ꞏ longevity ꞏ future of humanity ꞏ ethical frameworks ꞏ philosophical implications ꞏ moral philosophy ꞏ ethical dilemmas ꞏ human rights ꞏ existential risks ꞏ religion and immortality ꞏ artificial intelligence ꞏ morality ꞏ transhumanism ꞏ moral considerations ꞏ human lifespan ꞏ ethical boundaries ꞏ human nature ꞏ life extension ꞏ ethical debates ꞏ immortality ꞏ aging ꞏ human enhancement