Humans are physically embodied in a material world, making the physical environment of significant importance. The juxtaposition of advanced technology, represented by gadgets like smartphones, against the stagnation of our lived environments, such as subways that have remained unchanged for a century, raises questions about the importance of the digital world of bits in comparison to the enduring world of atoms. This highlights a need to recognize and value the tangible aspects of our existence.
Peter Thiel is an entrepreneur and investor. He co-founded PayPal, made the first outside investment in Facebook, and co-founded Palantir Technologies, where he serves as chairman. Thiel is a partner at Founders Fund and leads the Thiel Foundation, which funds technological progress and long-term thinking. He is also the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Zero to One.
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