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“The very technologies that empower us to do great good can also be used to undermine us and inflict great harm.” quote by Barack Obama
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“The very technologies that empower us to do great good can also be used to undermine us and inflict great harm.”

Barack Obama

About This Quote

Source Speech: Remarks on Technology, 2021

Powerful technologies can bring great good but also pose risks of misuse and harm, urging responsible stewardship.

In simple terms: Tech can help or harm; use responsibly.

Key Takeaway

Promote ethical use of technology.

Themes

technology ethics responsibility

Mood

concerned hopeful

Type

political ethical

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • AI development
  • public safety

Key Concepts

innovation security social impact

Questions to Reflect On

  • What safeguards are needed?
  • How can we ensure equitable benefits?
A Different Perspective

Balancing innovation with regulation is challenging.

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