Our net worth is ultimately defined not by dollars but rather by how well we serve others.
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As more intelligent computer assistance comes into being, it will amplify human progress.
Interpretation
Intelligent computers will enhance human advancement.
Paul Allen suggests that the development of more advanced computer assistance will play a significant role in accelerating human development and progress. By amplifying our capabilities, these technologies can help people achieve greater things across various fields and aspects of life.
In practice
In a tech conference discussing the future of AI and its impact on humanity.
Our net worth is ultimately defined not by dollars but rather by how well we serve others.
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The new source of power is not money in the hands of a few, but information in the hands of many.
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Technology will save us if it doesn't wipe us out first.
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