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Is ‘Universal Basic Capital’ the Solution to AI Job Loss?
The article discusses 'universal basic capital' as a policy to address AI-driven job loss and inequality by giving individuals ownership stakes in AI companies. It highlights support from diverse figures like Bernie Sanders, Gavin Newsom, and Donald Trump, while noting challenges in implementation and contrasting the policy with universal basic income.
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