I have argued above that we cannot prevent the Singularity, that its coming is an inevitable consequence of the humans natural competitiveness and the possibilities inherent in technology.

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.

Each time you say hello to a stranger, your heart acknowledges over and over again that we are all family.

Impossible only means that you haven't found the solution yet

How dare you settle for less when the world has made it so easy for you to be remarkable?

You turn words, you deceive people.

It's amazing how photography can capture just a split second of something exquisite.

I really do believe that anything in life - any obstacle or challenge - can be made better with humor.

The lucky man is he who knows how much to leave to chance.

Who needs an umbrella in the rain?" she said, and stepped into the car.

No one becomes pure and selfless overnight; it involves time and concentrated effort, coupled with tremendous patience and love.

Somebody is saying this is inevitable – and whenever you hear somebody saying that, it's very likely to be a set of businesses campaigning to make it true.