Writing Is Shaped by Its Times
Some insightful scholars have suggested that a scope-based, demand-based distribution system could be implemented in society.
However, the emergence of Strong Artificial Intelligence has brought human society into an era of abundant resources, making it somewhat difficult to define the scope.
First and foremost, a sufficient supply of survival resources must be provided. In order to ensure that humanity can enjoy the changes brought about by the technology of Level 3 Civilization, many common civilian resources cannot be treated differently.
However, if we want to ignite public enthusiasm, we must introduce some differentiated treatment; otherwise, the whole society will definitely lose its momentum.
Based on this, scholars have turned their attention to traditional fields.
They suggested that the New Government preserve the knowledge transfer in traditional manufacturing, machinery, industry, agriculture, and other sectors that will be completely replaced by Strong Artificial Intelligence. In other words, courses should still be offered in these areas, taught to people who are interested in them, and corresponding knowledge assessment systems should be established.
Even if people who learn this knowledge don't use it in their daily lives, they can still receive preferential treatment based on the knowledge assessment system. Of course, it's not a one-time assessment that will benefit them for life.
Scholars believe that this system can not only keep people enthusiastic about learning, but also keep people's brains active, allowing those whose talents are not in scientific research to continue to shine.
Who knows, these people might come up with some inventions or improvements sometime.
Having discussed so many preferential treatments, what exactly are the differences between them? On this question, these experts and scholars are in complete agreement; they all focus their attention on the Life Elixir!
In a world where not everyone is a saint, only this thing can motivate people to strive. Most people's instinct is to cherish life and fear death, just like the instinct to seek advantage and avoid harm.
Admittedly, there are some individuals who do not cherish life, but they are ultimately a minority. Moreover, the reason why those individuals do not cherish their lives is simply because they are forced by life's pressures, overwhelmed by various pressures, unable to cope, and living unsatisfactory lives. This is a kind of helplessness, not that they do not cherish life, but rather that they are seeking a way out.
In a society dominated by capital, overtime has become a culture, while being on time for get off work has become a disgrace. Meetings are often held right after get off work hours, with employees even thoughtfully allowed to have dinner beforehand. Then everyone goes on a site visit, finishing just in time to go home, shower, and sleep late at night – how considerate! Everyone is racing against time; if you don't, you'll be left behind.
Under various pressures, there are always those who can't keep up, and in their depression, they eventually choose to give up on life.
In the interstellar era, resources are abundant, energy is freely consumed, and with Strong Artificial Intelligence, simply living each day is a joy. You can lie around doing nothing, spending your days playing with your Artificial Intelligence assistant. Under such circumstances, people naturally cherish life more, because living is joyful! Therefore, to inspire people's fighting spirit, the only option is to focus on Life Elixir.
The experts' advice is simple: treat them differently.
There are currently three versions of the Life Elixir for humans. If all three are used together, the lifespan of an individual human can basically reach 1,500 years.
Scholars suggest that 1,500 years old should be set as the current basic lifespan for humans. The development of New Life Elixir is estimated to be nearing completion. Once the new drug is successfully developed, it can be used as a bargaining chip for preferential treatment.
Research Personnel and scientists, for example, should definitely be given priority access as a privileged class.
For ordinary people who want to break through the lifespan limit, they should strive to become researchers and scientists. Of course, this doesn't mean closing all avenues of access; contributions in invention and creativity can also be rewarded.
These privileges are designed to ensure that ordinary people, regardless of their Contribution Points, cannot purchase them. This is because Contribution Points have now become the currency of human society. Over the long course of history, some people engaged in commercial activities have been able to acquire massive amounts of Contribution Degree through various commercial means. Under the previous system, they were the ones most likely to obtain a lifespan of 1500 years, apart from various Research Personnel and engineers.
Of course, in the future, the acquisition of Life Elixir 1.0, 2.0, and 3.0 will be similar to before, and can be linked to Contribution Coins.
However, to obtain the latest model, one must become someone who contributes to humanity, such as a scientist, researcher, scholar, etc. Also, as some scholars have previously suggested, various disciplines, such as those professions that have been replaced by Strong Artificial Intelligence. As long as you pass the New Government's new regulations and prove that you are a top knowledge holder in this field, you will have a chance.
Technology is paramount; only technology can enable humanity to continue its progress. Therefore, in the formulation of many rules, it is inevitable that there will be a bias towards individuals engaged in the development of science and technology. This is unavoidable.
In short, privileges exist, but opportunities are also plentiful. Anyone who strives and doesn't give up will eventually have the chance to be among the longest-living people.
Of course, if we treat people differently indiscriminately, it will inevitably cause social hatred and eventually lead to the division of society into two distinct groups.
According to Yi Kai, given the nature of humanity, if we continue to discriminate and completely lock in promotion opportunities, it's not impossible for a group like the 'Celestial Dragons' to emerge.
Therefore, in the discussion, experts and scholars believe that a lifespan of 1,500 years is only the current minimum, not a fixed one. As science continues to develop and new methods of extending lifespan emerge, this minimum standard will also rise accordingly.
Thus, if ordinary people want to live longer, they must rely on scientists. This will lead them to place their hopes for longevity on science. So when a promising talent emerges in an ordinary family, a scientist or researcher, they will not hate him, but instead place their hopes on him.
Of course, the New Government also needs to provide guidance, which can be achieved by addressing public opinion and values.
Admittedly, this method is not perfect, but there is no perfect system in this world. There are only systems that are unsuitable for the current social environment, and we can adjust and modify them as needed.
As Wang Anshi said, literature should be written to suit the times.
The same principle applies to rules and regulations.
Throughout history, humanity has never had such abundant resources as it does now, so all the discussions at these meetings are like feeling one's way across a river by touching the stones.
After some discussion, many practical rules for Strong Artificial Intelligence gradually took shape. At this time, a military officer suddenly asked a question about the fleet.
He looked at Yue Yuan and said, "Commander Yue, according to what you said before, every manned warship is equipped with a Strong Artificial Intelligence. Doesn't that mean our entire Great Fleet needs many Strong Artificial Intelligence? Doesn't that mean we have to cram a Supercomputer into every manned warship?"
"Yes, that's how it is in theory." Yue Yuan nodded and answered seriously, "You're worried about the difficulty of building Supercomputer, right? Indeed, that concern is reasonable. After all, it takes so much effort for us to build another Supercomputer now. But you may not know that we don't need to install Comprehensive Supercomputer on every manned warship."
"Oh?"
Hearing Yue Yuan's words, everyone was curious.
At this moment, Yue Yuan continued, "Yes, you heard right, it's Comprehensive Supercomputer. This thing is very difficult to build. Basically, building one would take countless hours and energy from our entire civilization. But apart from the Flagship Lyra, we can build Supercomputer specifically for military use on other warships to support Strong Artificial Intelligence."
Computer scientists have already verified this; we can do it, and the manufacturing difficulty is much lower than that of a comprehensive system. Once the first comprehensive Strong Artificial Intelligence is truly applied, manufacturing these things will not be difficult.
"I see." The questioner nodded, having resolved his doubts. However, he immediately asked, "Then, do the Strong Artificial Intelligence on each ship have a hierarchical relationship in their self-awareness?"
"No!" Yue Yuan answered clearly and softly, "They are only responsible for obeying human commands. Unless there are special circumstances allowed by humans, there is generally no possibility of communication between their individual consciousnesses."