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An AI... Utopia? (Nick Bostrom, Oxford)

The Michael Shermer Show

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Exploring Intrinsic Value and AI Impact

The chapter delves into finding intrinsic value in activities, emphasizing engagement for inherent worth rather than shortcuts like pills or AI. It discusses the impact of AI on job automation, envisioning a future where meaningful activities replace traditional labor due to post-scarcity conditions. The conversation also explores setting limits in societal well-being versus the pursuit of knowledge, hinting at AI's role in optimizing scientific research.

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