I was wondering about technology and human nature. My question is: What is the problem for which this technology is the solution?

I was wondering about technology and human nature. My question is: What is the problem for which this technology is the solution? Treat post-humanism as a new technology. Please use the link below to explain your answer so that I may understand.

http://nautil.us/issue/28/2050/dont-worry-smart-machines-will-take-us-with-them