Silicon Valley leaders, including Elon Musk, have misinterpreted classic science fiction books, such as Foundation and The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. This misreading is reflected in the technology they develop. Their misunderstandings of these works have significant implications for the tech industry.

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Source: https://www.wired.com/story/book-excerpt-rise-and-fall-of-the-artificial-state-jill-lepore-silicon-valley-sci-fi/