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Nolan expresses surprise at rapid dismissal of new technology

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A quote from an individual identified as Nolan, published in the New York Times, expresses astonishment at the swift rejection of a significant technological advancement. This sentiment suggests a disconnect between the perceived importance of a new technology and its public reception. AI

IMPACT The rapid dismissal of a foundational technology may indicate public skepticism or a misunderstanding of its potential.

RANK_REASON The cluster consists of social media posts quoting an opinion piece from the New York Times, with no new primary reporting.

Read on Mastodon — mastodon.social →

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Nolan expresses surprise at rapid dismissal of new technology

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COVERAGE [2]

  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    “I’ve never seen a more rapid wholesale dismissal of a supposedly foundational jump in #technology in my lifetime,” said #Nolan . www.nytimes.com/2026/07/24/o..

    “I’ve never seen a more rapid wholesale dismissal of a supposedly foundational jump in #technology in my lifetime,” said #Nolan . www.nytimes.com/2026/07/24/o... #AI Opinion | No Wonder Elon Musk ...

  2. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    “I’ve never seen a more rapid wholesale dismissal of a supposedly foundational jump in #technology in my lifetime,” said #Nolan . www.nytimes.com/2026/07/24/o..

    “I’ve never seen a more rapid wholesale dismissal of a supposedly foundational jump in #technology in my lifetime,” said #Nolan . www.nytimes.com/2026/07/24/o... #AI Opinion | No Wonder Elon Musk ...

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