Cheaper Quote by Jaron Lanier
“There will always be humans, lots of them, who provide the data that makes the networked realization of any technology better and cheaper.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Technology and Society, 2018
Human contributors are essential for improving and reducing the cost of networked technologies.
In simple terms: People provide data that makes tech better and cheaper.
Key Takeaway
Value and protect the human role in tech development.
Themes
technology
data
economics
Mood
thoughtful
optimistic
Type
informative
analytical
When to use this quote
- AI training
- crowdsourcing
- tech policy
Key Concepts
network effects
human capital
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we safeguard contributors’ rights?
- What incentives ensure fair compensation?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on data can raise privacy concerns.
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