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Showerthoughts

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A "Showerthought" is a simple term used to describe the thoughts that pop into your head while you're doing everyday things like taking a shower, driving, or just daydreaming. The most popular seem to be lighthearted clever little truths, hidden in daily life.

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 week ago

I would hope for that kind of AI in the distant future, hopefully one where we've moved past the concept that the "owners" of the AI deserve 100% of profit generated by the AI. Otherwise we're going to have AI and robotics capable of doing the vast majority of work, and a gigantic population that can't afford to feed themselves.

Which lying, self absorbed, narcissistic, greedy, asshole runs the country will be much lower on the list of concerns in that world. Unfortunately I think we're charging head first into a world where "there are too many people" becomes a common talking point because of lack of work. :(