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Friday June 20, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
The (technological) singularity is the theoretical emergence of superintelligence through technological means. Since it is believed that the capabilities of such intelligence would be difficult for an unaided human mind to comprehend, the singularity is often seen as an occurrence, akin to an astronomical singularity, beyond which events cannot be predicted. Once a singularity is reached, predictions about the future of mankind become pointless. Dr. Ben Davis will discuss this concept and when such an event might happen (and perhaps that it's already happening).
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Dr. Ben Davis

Ben Davis has a Ph.D. in Nuclear Physics and an M.S. in Nuclear Astrophysics from the University of Notre Dame. He taught at the college level for several years on a number of technical subjects ranging from computer programming and math to, of course, astronomy and physics. In the... Read More →
Friday June 20, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
CC - Mtg Rm 6 (Science Track) Chattanooga Convention Center 1 Carter St, Chattanooga, TN 37402

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