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One of the key discussions centers on the economic implications of cutting out the human driver. With cyber cabs, Scoble emphasizes the potential for reduced costs over time, citing how enterprises no longer need to employ drivers while still providing a low-cost transport solution. Drawing on comparisons to traditional Uber models where costs are significantly higher due to driver compensation, he argues that autonomous vehicles could operate at a fraction of the cost.
Scoble mentions a future where households might opt to forego car ownership entirely, relying instead on affordable rides from cyber cabs for daily commutes. This shift could save families significant expenses associated with car ownership, such as financing, insurance, and maintenance.