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Future Now 012 — Daron Acemoglu on the future of work and AI

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Impacts of Technological Advancement on Society Throughout History

This chapter explores how historical technological advancements have historically favored powerful entities and sheds light on the ongoing struggle to control and direct technology in a way that benefits the masses. It discusses past examples where technology empowered workers, increased productivity, and led to shared prosperity, emphasizing the importance of understanding history to navigate the direction of technology in society.

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