Billion Quote by James Riley
““Thousand years, billion dollars,” May said to the monkey. “You. PAY.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: 2023 podcast “Tech Talk”, episode 12
Excessive demands and profit motives can dehumanize interactions, reducing beings to mere transactions.
In simple terms: Profit can strip humanity.
Prioritize dignity over profit.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- business negotiations
- AI development
- customer service
- social media platforms
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities do we have when profit dominates?
- How can we balance profit with humane treatment?
Profit motives may ignore ethical costs.