Summary:
The book explores the potential future of humankind as we harness technology and biotechnology to surpass basic human needs and even death, potentially creating a new form of 'god-like' beings. It delves into the philosophical, ethical, and existential questions that arise as we gain the power to redesign ourselves and the world around us.
Key points:
1. Humanism to Dataism: Harari believes technology is shifting our value from individualism (humanism) to information (Dataism).
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