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Peter Thiel and George Gilder debate on "The Prospects for Technology and Economic Growth"

Intercollegiate Studies Institute · talk · Watch on YouTube

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What it is

A 2012 debate between Peter Thiel and George Gilder on whether technological progress and economic growth are accelerating or decelerating, moderated by William Davidow.

Why Hacker News recommends it

Cited for Thiel's technological stagnation thesis, especially his argument that energy costs offset IT productivity gains.

  • 1 people recommended it
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  • 1 strong recommendations
  • first 2012, last 2012

What HN commenters said

  1. “if you have an extra hour, its well worth it to listen to Thiel in this more recent debate”

    Hour-long debate on broader technology and growth prospects.

    kylebrown, 2012-05 · Strong recommendation · in “Thiel on 60 minutes”

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Topics: peter thiel, george gilder, economic growth, energy, debate

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