Werk Week News Update - Google’s AI War Weapons, Amazon’s Robot Empire, and Trump’s Crypto Fund

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This episode analyzes Google's significant policy change regarding AI military applications, Amazon's increasing automation in its fulfillment centers, and the implications of Trump's proposed sovereign wealth fund that may incorporate cryptocurrency. We delve into the ethical, economic, and social ramifications of these pivotal developments, sparking essential discussions for our listeners. • Google's revised AI principles and military implications • Internal backlash against Google's shift in policy • Amazon's expansion of robotic systems in fulfillment centers • Introduction of a US sovereign wealth fund • Controversies around incorporating Bitcoin in public finance • Speculation on cryptocurrency's influence on the economy and public investmentSend us Fan Mail

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