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555. New Technologies Always Scare Us. Is A.I. Any Different?

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The Impact of Technology on Economic History

Economic history is the study of how technology has been used, with outcomes ranging from great benefits to severe income inequalities./nThe impact of new technology on income inequalities depends on choices made regarding its development, emphasis, deployment, and goals./nEngineering and coding AI should involve a broader group of individuals, as important decisions about technology should not be left solely to experts.

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