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Could generative AI be on the right path to AGI?
Article Jan 28, 2025

Could generative AI be on the right path to AGI?

We tend to assume that current generative AI technology is not good enough for AGI. But what if it is almost good enough?

Giulio Prisco 7 min read
The Singularity Paradox with Anders Indset
Podcast Jul 7, 2025

The Singularity Paradox with Anders Indset

Is reality just a simulation? Can humanity survive its final narcissistic injury? Join our host Dr. Mihaela Ulieru for a mind-expanding conversation with philosopher, futurist, and bestselling author Anders Indset.

Mindplex Magazine 1 min read
Mindplex Podcast: Episode 6 | How TrueAGI Will Transform the Global Economy
Podcast May 12, 2023

Mindplex Podcast: Episode 6 | How TrueAGI Will Transform the Global Economy

Ben Goertzel and Alexey Potapov, two of the key minds behind Opencog Hyperon and TrueAGI, discuss the technology behind their approach to AGI with co-hosts Lisa Rein and Grace Robot.

Mindplex Magazine 1 min read
Global Brain Singularity: Unleashing the God Within US
Podcast Jan 14, 2026

Global Brain Singularity: Unleashing the God Within US

This journey to the intersection of theology, philosophy, and technology unpacks the compelling concept of "Christian atheism" through which to view humanity's quest for a god-like AGI.

Mindplex Magazine 1 min read
The Spatial Web: Designing Conscious Infrastructure
Podcast Sep 10, 2025

The Spatial Web: Designing Conscious Infrastructure

In this episode, Dr. Mihaela explores the Spatial Web with Dr. Mahalut Albarracin and Dr. Sarah Manski, discussing active inference, ethical AI, digital twins, and the future of intelligent infrastructure.

Mindplex Magazine 1 min read
Chelsea Manning On the Ethics of Building Self-Aware AGI | Highlights from Episode 8
Podcast Jun 30, 2023

Chelsea Manning On the Ethics of Building Self-Aware AGI | Highlights from Episode 8

Chelsea Manning describes a scenario that leads her to believe it may be unethical to build self-aware AGIs and Ben Goertzel describes a book by Thomas Metzinger with similar concerns.

Mindplex Magazine 1 min read
Should we still want biological space colonists?
Article Feb 5, 2025

Should we still want biological space colonists?

Should we send human astronauts to colonize space? Or should we build conscious HL-AGI robots first, and then send them?
Giulio Prisco 6 min read
Mindplex Podcast: Episode 8 | Chelsea Manning On AGI Ethics, Privacy & Security
Podcast Jun 19, 2023

Mindplex Podcast: Episode 8 | Chelsea Manning On AGI Ethics, Privacy & Security

Episode 8 features a lively discussion between Chelsea Manning and Ben Goertzel about numerous issues to consider when building, deploying and securing AGI-enabled systems

Mindplex Magazine 1 min read
State of the Future 20.0
News Sep 18, 2024

State of the Future 20.0

A report card on the future of humanity

Amara Angelica 2 min read
Changing the Course of Humanity: Anneloes Smitsman | MCP Episode 8
Podcast Jan 8, 2024

Changing the Course of Humanity: Anneloes Smitsman | MCP Episode 8

Dr. Mihaela is joined by Anneloes Smitsman—the CEO, Founder, and the visionary force behind Earthwise Center. Together, they discuss gaming, AI, DAO, Superintelligences, and changing the course of humanity.

Mihaela Ulieru 1 min read