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> This is also why progress is now stagnating

What? Progress is now stagnating?

> "You can't build a startup training the next cutting-edge LLM model"

Again, what? That's exactly how ChatGPT and Claude were created. And many other startups with targeted models like ElevenLabs.

> once we move beyond our current economic system

If it's one of the other systems tried before, "progress" will not be on the menu.

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The Renaissance predates colonization.
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OP specified 17th to 19th century though.

Also we absolutely see the beginnings of colonization during the Renaissance era. Arguably in 1492 with Columbus "discovering" America.

So not sure what your point is.

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