[ExI] how would Transhumanists cope if the Singularity did not happen in their lifetime?

Tue May 15 10:33:28 UTC 2007

  I am very curious to see how things work out in the personal lives of present-day Transhumanists should the Singularity not happen as hoped by the year 2030.  By that year many of the "older folks" among us will have used (or be on the verge of using) the only option available for a possible escape from death, which would be cryonic suspension.  While Ray Kurzweil came to his 2030 date for the Singularity by using Moore's law, I'm sure he (and many others) found it comforting that this was a year within striking distance of his personal lifespan.  

  Around 2030 I envision many documentaries and news specials being made to cover the "depressed and misguided souls (I see this being the angle given by the filmmakers)" who thought a Singularity would happen within their lifetime.  But by then cryonic suspension technology should be far more advanced & respected than now.  And I can imagine the "Transhumanist Elders" being much beloved by the younger generation (I would at least hope so!, lol).

  John Grigg      

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