The Tech-God Complex: Why We Need to be Skeptics

<p>Silicon Valley's interest in AI is driven by more than just profit and innovation. There’s an unmistakable mystical quality to it as well. In this episode, Daniel and Aza sit down with humanist chaplain Greg Epstein to explore the fascinating parallels between technology and religion. From AI being treated as a godlike force to tech leaders' promises of digital salvation, religious thinking is shaping the future of technology and humanity. Epstein breaks down why he believes technology has become our era's most influential religion and what we can learn from these parallels to better understand where we're heading.</p><p><i>Your Undivided Attention</i> is produced by the <a href="https://www.humanetech.com/">Center for Humane Technology</a>. <a href="https://twitter.com/HumaneTech_">Follow us on X.</a></p><p>If you like the show and want to support CHT's mission, please consider donating to the organization this giving season: <strong>https://www.humanetech.com/donate</strong>. Any ...