What will AI do for us/to us? • 2024 • episode "S1E1" What's Next: The Future with Bill Gates

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Love or loathe him, Microsoft founder Bill Gates presents an easily digested documentary series on the threats and opportunities facing humanity now and in the future.

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What's Next: The Future with Bill Gates • 2024 • 5 episodes •

What will AI do for us/to us?

Love or loathe him, Microsoft founder Bill Gates presents an easily digested documentary series on the threats and opportunities facing humanity now and in the future.

2024 • Technology

Truth or Consequences?

Preserving truth in an era of misinformation is challenging. Bill traces the life cycle and impact of conspiracy theories, with insights from Lady Gaga.

2024 • Technology

Can we stop global warming?

Gates tackles the efficacy of fighting climate change, weighing the cost-benefit analysis that future generations will inevitably have to confront.

2024 • Technology

Can you be too rich?

The income gap is a growing concern with far-reaching implications. Bill explores ways to address inequality with Sens. Bernie Sanders and Mitt Romney.

2024 • Technology

Can We Outsmart Disease?

Can technology help eradicate infectious diseases? Bill meets with Dr. Anthony Fauci and other public health experts to examine the latest breakthroughs.

2024 • Technology

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