Blogger says takeoff is here, citing compute, token growth, energy and robotics buildout
Dr_Singularity · x · 2026-10-01
DrSingularity argues that AI has entered the takeoff phase, pointing to converging signals: massive compute buildout, accelerating model capabilities and release cadence, surging token usage, energy infrastructure expansion, Starship progress opening up "infinite resources," and rapid robotics/manufacturing advances. His conclusion: the abundance era is very near.
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