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> You could probably say this about anything that improves productivity. The claim goes too far though. Automation, thus far, has been good for everyone. Mostl
by hackerlight 4y ago
> You could probably say this about anything that improves productivity.
The claim goes too far though. Automation, thus far, has been good for everyone. Mostly those with capital, but also those without. The zero sum outcomes implied by the headline don't hold up to what we've observed with increased living standards globally as automation has improved economic output.
- flangola7 4y agoThe difference is that in the past automation did not have power itself. If displaced workers revolted, those factory machines would do nothing to save wealthy capitalists from the public's vengeance. Once they have mass produced Terminator-like invincible robot cops they'll be able to do whatever they wish with us. They could give us universal income, they could also round us up and push us into the sea.