Gates added, “That quote has been on my mind a lot lately, and it has influenced my decision to move more quickly with my donations.”
“Given that it is such a profoundly impactful way to give back to society, I hope other wealthy people think about how much they can speed up progress for the world’s poorest if they increased the pace and scale of their giving.”
Gates told The New York Times on Thursday that he is “by nature an optimistic person” and believes that many worldwide conditions will improve in the ensuing decades.
Primarily as a result of advancements in healthcare and technology. “The rapid scaling of artificial intelligence could spur at least some of that progress,” he said.
“I believe it’s fair to tell you that things will improve over the next 20 years,” Gates stated. However, he pointed out that even if he didn’t feel hopeful, he would still lean toward altruism.
Gates remarked, “Let’s say someone persuaded me otherwise.” “How will I proceed? Or just go out and buy a bunch of boats? Take a chance?
In order to maximize the likelihood of a favorable outcome, this money ought to be reinvested in society.
