I am suggesting that we recognize that in network and interface research there is something as profound (and potential wild) as Artificial Intelligence.

The problem is not simply that the Singularity represents the passing of humankind from center stage, but that it contradicts our most deeply held notions of being.

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

In fact, there was general agreement that minds can exist on nonbiological substrates and that algorithms are of central importance to the existence of minds.

Even the largest avalanche is triggered by small things.

Intelligence is the handmaiden of flexibility and change.

How will the approach of the Singularity spread across the human world view?

The dilemma felt by science fiction writers will be perceived in other creative endeavors.

But if the technological Singularity can happen, it will.

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

I never guessed I could cry so hard my face hurt.

I can’t shake you.

Judge a man by his questions rather than by his answers.

Credulity as a character trait is encouraged in every child who grows up with religious training, which invariably insists on the virtue of blind faith and the sinfulness of doubting and questioning.

I never get tired because it ain't energy that's being dispenced. It is GOD speaking through me.

Every work of art is a trick by which the artist manipulates appearances.

One does not travel by plane. One is merely sent, like a parcel.

There's practical political considerations obviously, but there's also these broader themes, which is like, I don't want to be the manager of the Middle East.

I think speaking Italian affects your whole body movement. It's so musical and animated and passionate.

If someone wants to employ me, whoever wants to employ me, I'll go and do that. I just want to work.

I feel like a slave, and in a way like an artist, because I need to get inspiration everyday, from everything and everyone.