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" If the risk is fully aligned with your purpose and mission, then it's worth considering. "

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" Many entrepreneurs that made their fortunes by founding successful technology companies want to give back and solve the world's biggest problems on a grand scale. There is tremendous opportunity in this approach. "

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" If the government regulates against use of drones or stem cells or artificial intelligence, all that means is that the work and the research leave the borders of that country and go someplace else. "

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" 3D printing will massively reduce the cost of certain products as the cost of labor is removed. "

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