Should we develop technology that can read minds?

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Selected thesis

We should develop technology that can read minds.

Pros

Cons

  • Pro claim 1

    Mind-reading technology could make society more honest.

  • Pro claim 2

    Mind-reading technology could be used to help people with certain disabilities to communicate.

  • Con claim 1

    Mind-reading would be a gross breach of people's privacy.

  • Con claim 2

    Powerful people or organisations might abuse mind-reading technology.