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Masters of Scale · August 29, 2026 · 44m 34s

Pioneers of AI: Designing AI for people and the planet, with Aza Raskin

Aza Raskin, co-founder of the Center for Humane Technology and inventor of the infinite scroll, examines why the most powerful AI systems often fail to prioritize human well-being. He reflects on his own creation and its unintended consequences for attention and behavior. Raskin also introduces the Earth Species Project, which applies AI to decode animal communication, and argues for technology that serves both humanity and the planet.

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The Infinite Scroll's Unintended Consequences
Raskin, who invented the infinite scroll, explains that a feature designed to create a seamless browsing experience instead removes natural stopping cues and has been widely adopted to maximize user engagement, often at the expense of well-being.
AI Development Is Not Human-Centered
Raskin argues that the most powerful AI systems are being built without prioritizing human experience or collective well-being, instead optimizing for metrics like engagement and profit.

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