Enhancing Agency

3 weeks ago | timmermanreport.com | Enhancing Agency |David Shaywitz |Luke Timmerman

The arrival of generative AI prompted many to worry about the adverse impact on human agency; after all, if the technology can effectively do what we’re doing, where does that leave us? This concern was the central focus of Reid Hoffman’s “Superagency,” which I reviewed for the WSJ earlier this year – see here. Essentially, Hoffman argues that new technologies can take some time to adjust to, but ultimately they empower us to do more things and greater things.

3 weeks ago | timmermanreport.com | Enhancing Agency |David Shaywitz |Luke Timmerman

Dying, with few exceptions, has never been especially popular, and our shared interest in not dying hardly constitutes breaking news. Nevertheless, the aspiration of living longer — and remaining healthier while doing it — appears to be all the rage. Consider these recent headlines:“Why is longevity sudden so hot?” – Chrissy Farr, Second Opinion. “The longevity business is booming – and its scientist are clashing” – Amy Dockser Marcus, The Wall Street Journal.