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18 March 2022 - 12:29 PM
This is correct
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18 March 2022 - 06:26 AM
I think it is not interesting thing.
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18 March 2022 - 04:19 AM
I am disagree to sex with robots.
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February 12, 2021

Agree to Disagree: Sex with Robots

As robots and artificial intelligence reached new heights, the relationship between humans and machines is getting closer. The sex tech industry is worth $30 billion annually and growing, as sex with synthetic companions is becoming far more widespread. But should it be? What are the social consequences? Some argue that sex robots will encourage bad behavior, perpetuate misogyny, and reinforce pornographic depictions of the opposite sex. Others say it can serve as a societal good for those who struggle with traditional relationships, and be employed as a safe outlet for otherwise toxic behavior. So in this episode of Agree to Disagree, we debate sex robots and their place in society.

ABOUT THE DEBATERS
Kate Devlin
Kate Devlin - Computer Scientist
Kate is Senior Lecturer in Social and Cultural Artificial Intelligence, King’s College London. Com... Read bio
Joanna Bryson
Joanna Bryson - Professor of Ethics and Technology, Hertie School of Governance
Joanna J Bryson is an academic recognised for broad expertise on intelligence, its nature, and its c... Read bio