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Founder, Khosla Ventures · Sep 20, 2024 · Essay, AI: Dystopia or Utopia?

But over the long haul, AI will eliminate most “jobs” insofar as a job is defined as a trade or profession one must pursue to support their needs and lifestyle.

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Vinod Khosla, Founder, Khosla Ventures
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AI: Dystopia or Utopia?
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