Nina Schick: Restricted Compute Will Make Intelligence a Luxury for the Rich
NinaDSchick · x · 2026-08-22
Nina Schick argues that blocking US data centers won't make intelligence cheap and abundant like a utility; instead, it will become expensive and scarce, accessible only to the wealthy. She notes that only 5% of Americans pay for AI, with few on the $200 tier. As intelligence becomes more capable, this cost disparity will grant an unassailable edge to those who can afford it. She advocates for uncensored access to top-tier intelligence beyond just those with large token budgets.
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