Navigating Technological Change: Optimism vs. Concern

This chapter examines societal perceptions of technological advancements throughout history, contrasting hopeful reactions to innovations like the steam engine with modern anxieties surrounding AI and automation. It highlights the complexities of technological integration into society and the importance of decentralized systems for fostering innovation. The discussion also addresses the geopolitical dynamics of technology development, particularly between the U.S. and China, and emphasizes the need for diversification in supply chains to maintain leadership.