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Naval

Ideas Are the New Oil

Nov 17, 2021
03:03

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Quick takeaways

  • The focus of resource acquisition has shifted from conquering physical planets to seeking resources beyond Earth, such as neutron stars or star systems.
  • The landscape of wealth creation has transitioned from physical resources to the realm of ideas, with industries like Silicon Valley thriving by nurturing and executing innovative ideas.

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Transition from conquest to trade and ideas

Throughout human history, the drive for conquest has been motivated by the pursuit of resources. However, the initial explorers were driven by trade and the search for valuable commodities such as spices, gold, and silks. The desire to conquer land emerged later due to finite resource constraints. As technology advances, the notion of finite resources diminishes, making it more advantageous to seek resources beyond Earth, such as neutron stars or star systems. The focus shifts from conquering planets to the exchange of ideas and trade, indicative of a trend towards becoming less warlike.

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