Will AI systems ever become sentient? How should we treat them if we feel uncertain? The prospect of AI systems possessing their own thoughts, feelings, and emotions is no longer an issue confined to science fiction or the distant future. There is a realistic possibility that some AI systems will soon have these capacities, and we should start developing an ethical framework to address this issue now, so that we can be prepared if and when the time comes. This talk was presented on September 25, 2024.Jeff is an associate professor of environmental studies, an affiliated professor of bioethics, medical ethics, philosophy, and law, the director of the center for environmental and animal protection, and the director of the center for mind, ethics, and policy at New York University. His work focuses on moral, legal, and political questions involving AI, animals, and the environment. Jeff argues for expanding our moral circle to include animals, AI systems, and other nonhumans with transformative implications for our lives and societies.This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Is consciousness separate from the physical world or a fundamental function of the brain? In this talk, Dr. Andringa explores one of science’s greatest mysteries and what it reveals about the nature of our reality. Is consciousness separate from the physical world or a fundamental function of the brain? In this talk, Dr. Andringa explores one of science’s greatest mysteries and what it reveals about the nature of our reality. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

In this inspiring talk, Zahra draws on her years of experience as a bridge builder, helping victims of the Dutch Childcare Benefits Scandal recover with dignity, as well as her own journey through child poverty and inequity. She’ll show you why bridge builders are essential to creating real social change and provide a powerful roadmap for bringing people together, amplifying unheard voices, and making justice a reality—wherever you go. In this inspiring talk, Zahra draws on her years of experience as a bridge builder, helping victims of the Dutch Childcare Benefits Scandal recover with dignity, as well as her own journey through child poverty and inequity. She’ll show you why bridge builders are essential to creating real social change and provide a powerful roadmap for bringing people together, amplifying unheard voices, and making justice a reality—wherever you go. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

I will explore Taoist concepts of learning and mastery through the lens of music. Using personal anecdotes and excerpts from the Tao Te Ching, I will offer a new perspective on how we view ourselves and our growth. This talk will highlight that while failure may not be what we want, it is often exactly what we need. I will explore Taoist concepts of learning and mastery through the lens of music. Using personal anecdotes and excerpts from the Tao Te Ching, I will offer a new perspective on how we view ourselves and our growth. This talk will highlight that while failure may not be what we want, it is often exactly what we need. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is hands down one of the most attractive computer science topics nowadays. Generative models are used every day by the general public, mostly for fun, sometimes for cheating and other times for profit. To talk about AI, first we need to clarify its definition, which is the easy part of the story. Its connection to consciousness is much more difficult to deal with. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is hands down one of the most attractive computer science topics nowadays. Generative models are used every day by the general public, mostly for fun, sometimes for cheating and other times for profit. To talk about AI, first we need to clarify its definition, which is the easy part of the story. Its connection to consciousness is much more difficult to deal with. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx