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# Michael Tontchev People have been hysterical about new technology in...

*December 11, 2023 — Comment Archer T. Ships replied to Michael Tontchev's comment.*

Michael Tontchev People have been hysterical about new technology in the past.  Often, when we've listened to them, it has caused great harm (see "one child" policy,  nuclear/GMO regulations).   Therefore, we should also be skeptical of AI doomers.