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  1. COMMENTARY · Mastodon — fosstodon.org English(EN) ·

    The dead economy theory (owenmcgrann.com) https://www. owenmcgrann.com/p/the-dead-eco nomy-theory # politics # ai # AiSlop # economy # jobs # programming # work

    The dead economy theory posits that current economic conditions are characterized by a lack of innovation and growth, leading to stagnant wages and limited job opportunities. This theory suggests that the focus on incremental improvements rather than transformative advancements has created a situation where economic progress has stalled. The author implies that this stagnation is particularly evident in sectors like AI, where despite rapid development, the broader economic impact on jobs and wages remains limited. AI

    IMPACT Suggests that current AI advancements may not be translating into broad economic growth or job creation.

  2. COMMENTARY · Mastodon — fosstodon.org English(EN) ·

    Y'all, this article by Owen McGrann is so good that I am struggling not to quote the entire thing like one of those weird youtubers that stands in the corner of

    This article discusses the challenges and nuances of using the Mastodon social network. It highlights the technical requirements, such as enabling JavaScript or using native apps, for accessing the web application. The author expresses strong admiration for the content, finding it difficult to avoid quoting extensively. AI

  3. COMMENTARY · Mastodon — fosstodon.org 中文(ZH) ·

    🌗 The Dead Economy Theory: When AI Eliminates Labor, Who Will Consume Products? ➤ When Companies Build Profits on Eliminating Their Customer Base ✤ https://www.owenmcgrann.com/p/the-dead-economy-theory Following the 'Dead Internet Theory,' this article proposes the more terrifying 'Dead Economy Theory.' The author points out that current AI industry valuations are based on a grand

    A new economic theory posits that widespread AI adoption, aimed at cutting labor costs, could lead to a "dead economy." The argument suggests that as companies automate jobs to boost profits, they simultaneously eliminate their customer base, creating a prisoner's dilemma. This pursuit of short-term efficiency through automation may ultimately drive the global economy towards collapse, as historical technological shifts have shown prolonged periods of disruption. AI

    IMPACT Raises critical questions about the long-term viability of an economy driven by AI automation and job displacement.