Nanoethics

The Center for Responsibile Nanotechnology: otherwise, your neighborhood may dissolve into brightly colored machine-parts.

The technology is already on its way. But who will control it? If universal manufacturing is not administered properly, there is great risk of it being used badly—either by the entity that first develops it, or by groups that later gain access to it. Development or control of the technology by a special interest group would probably lead to military or economic oppression. Two competing programs could lead to an unstable arms race. Irresponsible release would make the full power of the technology available to terrorists, criminals, dictators, and teenagers. The safest course appears to be a single, rapid, worldwide development program by an organization that recognizes the necessity of wise administration.

Teenagers? My stars and garters. Link Discuss (Thanks, Mike!)