There is value in synthesis
"... With AI, the value of the raw production of information is approaching zero — but difficulty and scarcity always remain, somewhere..."
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[Chat excerpt: 26 Feb 2026]
StJohn Piano: A thought i am circling around a lot recently, which has relevance to your career:
StJohn Piano: There is value in synthesis.
StJohn Piano: With AI, the value of the raw production of information, e.g. an article or a code module, is approaching zero, or at least a very small amount. For example, the physical and mental cost of typing and grammar checking has dropped precipitously.
StJohn Piano: However, difficulty and scarcity and therefore tradable value always remain, somewhere, somehow.