# Summary of #hplusroadmap IRC Discussion (September 24, 2011)

* Discussion of "The Metamorphosis of Prime Intellect" novel, which explores themes of AI, singularity, and self-determination, with debate about whether the story represents a cautionary tale about poorly designed AI or raises questions about reversing technological progress.

* Philosophical discussion about the ethics of reversing a technological singularity, with one participant suggesting "Don't Reverse The Singularity" should be a new Asimov-style rule.

* Shared research paper "Network-wide Integration of Stem Cell-Derived Neurons and Mouse Cortical Neurons using Microfabricated Co-culture Devices," indicating interest in neural integration technologies.

* Brief mention of "frictionless sharing" from apps on Facebook, with concerns about potential misuse and privacy implications.

* Discussion of Open Design Engine (https://opendesignengine.net/) as a potential platform for open hardware projects, with debate about its merits compared to existing platforms.

* Reference to Elon Musk's statement about the necessity of becoming multiplanetary to prevent human extinction, mentioned in context of space transport news.