I am a scientist who has discovered a breakthrough technology that could solve a major global problem, but it also carries a small, unforeseen risk to a specific subset of the population – do I release it immediately or delay for further testing, knowing lives are at stake either way?
Bärbel Mahnke
Release, monitor risks19 votes (33%)
Delay, complete testing16 votes (28%)
Disclose risks publicly9 votes (16%)
Seek expert consensus13 votes (23%)
57 votes total • Created 1/18/2026
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