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““When does something man-made cease being synthetic, and become real?””

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Girl Who Could Move Sh*t with Her Mind, 2019

The line between artificial and natural blurs as technology advances.

In simple terms: Tech blurs synthetic vs real.

Key Takeaway

Consider ethical implications of tech.

Themes

technology philosophy identity

Mood

reflective cautious

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

design
policy
personal use

Key Concepts

AI virtual reality

Questions to Reflect On

How do we define authenticity?
What responsibilities accompany creation?

A Different Perspective

Ethical dilemmas arise.

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