But every time our ability to access information and to communicate it to others is improved, in some sense we have achieved an increase over natural intelligence.

So much technology, so little talent.

Within thirty years, we will have the technological means to create superhuman intelligence. Shortly after, the human era will be ended.

Note that I am not proposing that AI research be ignored or less funded.

We humans have millions of years of evolutionary baggage that makes us regard competition in a deadly light.

Effective translation of natural languages comes awfully close to requiring a sentient translator program.

Once upon a time I was such a good liar; I could talk the fish right into my mouths.