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AGI, Sci-Fi, and Storytelling | Neal Stephenson, Ken Liu, & more

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May 21, 2025
In this engaging conversation, sci-fi author Neal Stephenson discusses his experiences as a co-founder of a startup and reflects on the parallels between AI and the nuclear age. Ken Liu delves into the role of narrative in shaping reality and the potential of AI to enhance creativity. Joscha Bach explores consciousness and AGI, contemplating what it means to be human in a tech-driven world. Investor Cyan Banister emphasizes the importance of spotting trends for future opportunities. Together, they explore how fiction can serve as a roadmap for innovation.
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INSIGHT

Sci-fi Captures Future Mythology

  • Science fiction authors usually get the future's details wrong but capture its underlying mythology.
  • Mythology helps describe foundational aspects of human nature through technology stories.
ADVICE

Immerse Yourself in Future Worlds

  • To evaluate opportunities, practice immersive world building by living in imagined futures.
  • Seek alignment with entrepreneurs' visions to make better investment choices.
ADVICE

World Building for Investment

  • World building is essential for evaluating investable opportunities.
  • Visualize future worlds vividly to decide if they feel right to invest in or build.
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