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Belief Quote by Sebastian Thrun

“I have a really deep belief that we create technologies to empower ourselves. We've invented a lot of technology that just makes us all faster and better, and I'm generally a big fan of this. I just want to make sure that this technology stays subservient to people. People are the number one…” quote by Sebastian Thrun
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“I have a really deep belief that we create technologies to empower ourselves. We've invented a lot of technology that just makes us all faster and better, and I'm generally a big fan of this. I just want to make sure that this technology stays subservient to people. People are the number one entity there is on this planet.”

Sebastian Thrun

About This Quote

Source Interview: TED Talk, 2015

Technology should serve humanity, not dominate it, ensuring tools enhance human agency.

In simple terms: Tech must stay subservient to people.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize human control over tech.

Themes

technology empowerment ethics

Mood

thoughtful optimistic

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • product development
  • policy making
  • education
  • personal use

Key Concepts

human‑centered design agency responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we design checks on tech power?
  • What safeguards keep tech human‑focused?
A Different Perspective

Over‑reliance on tech can erode critical thinking.

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