Tao of AI

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The Yang of AI comprises the methods, infrastructure requirements, and capabilities of AI systems.

The Yin of AI comprises its impact on social domains, such as business, government, defense and the professions.

We study how the two interact.

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About Barak Epstein

My day job is in storage for AI and HPC. My nighttime learning focuses on history, philosophy, and political science. My educational background is in business, history, and education. I am passionate about nature, learning, and human flourishing.

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