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242. Is the World Ready for a Guaranteed Basic Income?

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Transition from Workers to Companions: A Historical and Future Perspective

Examining the societal implications of a world where technology diminishes the need for human labor, drawing comparisons to the evolution of dogs' roles from working animals to beloved companions. Speculating on the potential future where humans could transition from workers to companions of advanced robotic entities.

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