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Building Utopia: Endurable version

Wood From Eden • 576 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24

📖 Philosophy Society Human nature Cultural Evolution Technology Future Predictions

Societies are constrained by laws of nature, specifically human nature and cultural evolution.
Building a sustainable society requires considering factors like population expansion and high technology.
A compromise between fertility and technology is essential for a society to thrive for generations to come.

Practicing my Handwriting in 1439

Maximum Progress • 432 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24

🕹 Technology AI Future Predictions Artificial Intelligence

AI may disrupt high status jobs like writing and make skills like writing less valuable in the future.
AI has been a complement to knowledge work so far, improving productivity in tasks such as software development and consulting.
Even if AI enhances productivity, it may still be challenging for humans to compete in certain areas where AI excels, leading to uncertainty about the future of specific skills.

Pessimism

David Friedman’s Substack • 206 implied HN points • 10 Oct 23

📖 Philosophy Climate change Dystopia Future Predictions Human behavior

Climate change pessimism often overestimates expected costs
Belief in impending catastrophes like AI taking over or population growth persists despite evidence to the contrary
Modern culture enjoys dystopian themes despite objective improvements in the world

Roundup: So what's up with AGI?

philsiarri • 89 implied HN points • 06 Dec 23

🕹 Technology Artificial Intelligence AI Ethics Future Predictions Research Studies

Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) is a hot topic, representing a theoretical form of intelligent agent.
Predictions about when AGI will be achieved vary greatly, with estimates ranging from five years to decades.
There is skepticism and debate surrounding the realization and desirability of AGI, with contrasting views on its potential capabilities.

Tidal Waves in Venture Capital

East Wind • 17 implied HN points • 11 Dec 23

💼 Business Venture Capital Data science Investment Trends Market Dynamics Future Predictions

Venture capital is facing challenges like the curse of scale and lower returns, making the industry more competitive.
Data science and AI are reshaping VC investment processes, improving deal sourcing and evaluation.
VC is becoming higher frequency, with firms leveraging AI to move faster and secure deals in a more competitive landscape.

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Bill Gates' Open Letter: An Account of Excitement and Fear Surrounding AI

MAP's Tech Newsletter. • 9 implied HN points • 14 Apr 23

🕹 Technology AI Climate change Health Education Future Predictions

Bill Gates is optimistic about the future of AI and believes in a collaborative relationship between humans and robots.
AI has the potential to address climate change issues and improve productivity and health, especially in underprivileged areas.
AI in education is expected to revolutionize learning by tailoring content, providing immediate feedback, and assisting teachers and students.