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Examining Biases in Expectations of Technological Innovation

This chapter explores recency and optimism bias in the context of technological advancements and societal shifts, using examples like driverless cars and Theranos. It emphasizes how excitement can obscure realistic assessments of innovation feasibility and the inherent unpredictability of progress in areas like longevity research.

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