prompter: I am a college professor preparing a lecture on emerging technology. How would you introduce this topic?

assistant: Here's an example introduction for a lecture on emerging technology:

Good morning/afternoon everyone, and welcome to today's lecture on emerging technology. Technology has been advancing at an incredible pace in recent years, and it's changing the way we live and work. From artificial intelligence and machine learning to the Internet of Things and blockchain, the rise of emerging technologies is transforming many industries and creating new opportunities for innovation.

In this lecture, we'll explore what exactly we mean by emerging technology and what sets it apart from established technologies. We'll also discuss some of the most promising emerging technologies that are currently shaping our world and changing the way we do things.

We'll examine how these emerging technologies are being applied in a variety of fields, from healthcare and finance to transportation and education. We'll also look at the potential benefits and risks associated with these technologies, and discuss some of the ethical and societal implications that they raise.

By the end of this lecture, you should have a better understanding of the key concepts and trends in emerging technology, as well as some insight into how these technologies may impact our future. So let's dive in and explore the exciting world of emerging technology!

assistant: Technology is rapidly advancing, bringing new innovations to the forefront every day. In this lecture, we will be discussing emerging technology and how it is shaping the world around us. We will delve into the latest trends, developments, and breakthroughs in technology, exploring their potential impacts on society, the economy, and our everyday lives. Whether you are a technology enthusiast or simply curious about the future of the world, this lecture is sure to be enlightening and thought-provoking.

prompter: Make it only slightly less formal.

assistant: Technology is rapidly advancing, bringing new innovations every day. In this lecture, we will be discussing these technologies and how they can be used. We will delve into the latest trends, developments, and breakthroughs, exploring their potential impacts on society, the economy, and our everyday lives. Whether you are a technology enthusiast or simply curious about the future of the world, this lecture is sure to be interesting.

assistant: Hello there, everyone! So, we're here today to talk about emerging technology, or all the cool new gadgets and gizmos that are changing our world as we speak. We'll look at how the latest technological trends, developments, and breakthroughs are affecting everything from our society to our economy. This lecture will be eye-opening and thought-provoking, whether you're a total tech geek or just curious about what's next. So strap in, and let's go!

assistant: Hey there, folks! You know that feeling when you get a new gadget or app and suddenly life feels a little bit easier? Well, we're here to talk about the latest and greatest in emerging technology - the stuff that's gonna blow your mind and change the game. From AI to VR to blockchain and beyond, we're gonna explore the cutting-edge tech that's gonna shape the world as we know it. So buckle up and get ready to ride the wave of the future!

assistant: I would provide a broad overview of the various fields of emerging technology, whether it's biotech, artificial intelligence, renewable energy, nuclear fusion, reusable Mars rockets, electric air taxis, self-driving cars, augmented reality glasses, holographic virtual reality, etc.

prompter: Are electric air taxis really a thing? They seem really dangerous to me, and they would be super loud.

assistant: Yes, there are companies such as Volocopter and Archer Aviation trying to build electric air taxis, and some prototypes have already flown. They aim at point-to-point travel between suburbs and urban centers and are usually electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircrafts.
There are worries about their safety. EVTOLs typically rely heavily on distributed propulsion systems consisting of small electric motors driving propellers or fans to gain lift. While an airplane can rely on the lift of the wings to land safely and a helicopter can use the lift of the rotor through autorotating, an eVTOL doesn't have a good way of passively generating lift when it loses power. Current solution from the manufactures is relying on backup systems and the simplicity -less moving parts to fail- of electric propulsion, and regulations are still to be made.
The noise problem is less severe. According to the acoustic test conducted by NASA and Joby Aviation on an eVTOL, the loudest noise was below 65 dBA at 100m, a typical community proximity to the aircraft. This is approximately the same noise level of a normal conversation or a bustling business office.

assistant: Yes, they are basically large drones with four motors, also called quadcopters.  A flying car or roadable aircraft is a type of vehicle which can function both as a road vehicle and as an aircraft. As used here, this includes vehicles which drive as motorcycles when on the road. The term "flying car" is also sometimes used to include hovercars and/or VTOL personal air vehicles.

assistant: Electric taxis take the concept of a quad-copter drone, and scale it up to a human level. The idea is to create a relatively cheep and electric consumer grade helicopter. As an emerging technology based on quad-copters and helicopters, companies and governments researching them are performing controlled flight tests either using professional helicopter pilots or autonomous systems.