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Handelsblatt Wochenend-Kolumne: Ein Klumpenrisiko der anderen Art

Außerdem: Eine Stadt, die Abschied nimmt, ein Arbeiterkind, das Milliardäre verteidigt und ein Gangsterspiel, das Rekorde bricht. Das sind unsere Leseempfehlungen zum Wochenende.

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Handelsblatt Wochenend-Kolumne: Ein Klumpenrisiko der anderen Art

Handelsblatt's weekend column warns of the dangerous risk of relying on a single pillar in life, be it a career, relationship, or boss. Experts like mathematician Steven Strogatz argue that AI is rapidly solving complex mathematical problems that scientists have been working on for decades. The column also discusses the potential risks of an AI-driven societal collapse, as outlined in a new paper called "Europe 2031".

It warns of a possible breakdown of the EU, the social safety net, and a shift towards a power struggle between the US and China. Journalists, scientists, and politicians are criticized for ignoring the obvious risks of AI advances, while some argue that people should embrace change and adapt to new technologies. The column concludes by discussing the growing costs of air travel and the upcoming price increases, citing a news report about an entry-level racing bike that costs a fortune.

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