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Claude discovers a novel enzyme system with CRISPR-like repeats

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  1. modeless · · focus · HN ↗
    It's clear Dario believes that the solution to AI's PR problem is to cure cancer. Or invent other revolutionary medical treatments. They're going to heavily promote every step along the way no matter how small or far away from commercialization they are, like this one.

    No doubt that curing cancer would help, but I think the timeline might be a little too long. Even RSI AGI will not be able to get new medical treatments to market instantly. Real world testing takes a long time and is an unavoidable part of the process.

    1. risyachka · · focus · HN ↗
      >> the solution to AI's PR problem is to cure cancer

      I think its much simpler than that. Anything actually useful for people would be a good solution.

      Obviously image gen and code gen is not the case, as though it does increase productivity, it doesn't make anyone's life actually better. If it led to 4 day work week - sure. Otherwise it could easily be net negative.

      1. BurningFrog · · focus · HN ↗
        If something is being used, it's by definition useful, and AI is used a lot.
        1. Epa095 · · focus · HN ↗
          Like fentanyl, tobacco, heroin, sugar,... All very useful...
          1. BurningFrog · · focus · HN ↗
            That's a valid and interesting discussion!
        2. risyachka · · focus · HN ↗
          Sorry I meant useful for people as in humanity. Not for a business that needs to automate email spam campaign.
          1. BurningFrog · · focus · HN ↗
            While common, this is such a weird idea...

            Businesses are just groups of people working together.

            I've worked in several businesses and seen it myself!

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