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- Psychological needs in a post-labor world: Fundamental drives—connection, mastery, autonomy—will shape how individuals find purpose. Many will find fulfillment in creative pursuits, community involvement, or mastery of new skills, thanks to the flexibility enabled by AI.
The discussion also highlighted that meaningful engagement often comes from activities for their own sake, regardless of societal status.
The Risks of Concentrated Power and Ethical Concerns
Concerns about AI-driven eugenics-like misuse, authoritarian control, and genetic engineering were addressed. It was pointed out that history shows powerful regimes—like Nazi eugenics programs—can manipulate scientific advancements for destructive ends.
In the context of AI and biotechnology, the risk of: