The 'Golden Age of Science' and the transformative impact of AI agents
kimmonismus · x · 2026-08-29
The post reflects on the societal transformation driven by AI, citing Demis Hassabis's concept of a 'golden age of science' where diseases and even aging may become curable. It highlights the rise of agents that execute tasks independently (like managing emails and schedules), predicting a disruption of white-collar work and fundamental changes in education.
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