Homo Deus

Authors: Yuval Noah Harari

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Key Ideas

1. Humanity has achieved remarkable progress in overcoming famine, plague, and war.

2. Science and technology will enable humans to become godlike beings in the future.

3. The importance of data and algorithms will surpass traditional beliefs and values.

4. Humans will strive for immortality and eternal happiness.

5. The definition of happiness will shift from experiencing pleasure to fulfilling our potential.

6. Big Data will enable governments and corporations to have unprecedented control and influence.

7. The gap between the rich and poor will widen as technology advances.

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Quiz

1. What is one of the key ideas in Homo Deus?

The importance of data and algorithms will surpass traditional beliefs and values.

Humans will strive for immortality and eternal happiness.

Technological advancements will lead to the creation of superhumans.

The pursuit of immortality may lead to a loss of purpose and meaning in life.

2. What will be the impact of technological advancements on the gap between the rich and poor?

The gap will narrow as technology becomes more accessible.

The gap will widen as technology advances.

There will be no impact on the gap between the rich and poor.

Technology will eliminate the concept of wealth altogether.

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