Unintended Consequences : TED Radio Hour Human innovation has transformed the way we live, often for the better. But as our technologies grow more powerful, so do their consequences. This hour, TED speakers explore technology's dark side.

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Unintended Consequences

Human innovation has transformed the way we live, often for the better. But as our technologies grow more powerful, so do their consequences. This hour, TED speakers explore technology's dark side.

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James Bridle: What Do Kids' Videos on YouTube Reveal About the Internet's Dark Side?

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Edward Tenner: Can We View Technology's Unintended Consequences In A Positive Light?

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Life's biggest questions, explored.