Engineering coworkers Sarah and Mark developed backend services for ‘The Oracle,’ the world’s first AGI.


    “So, Sarah, I chatted with The Oracle not too long ago. It solved all my problems. It’s truly godlike.”


    Sarah chuckled.


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    “What’s so funny?”


    “You’re a true believer, Mark. Are you subscribed to ‘The Church of Good’ now?”


    “Well …”


    “It’s okay, Mark. I’m an oddball who doesn’t buy into it.”


    “Buy into what?” Mark raised an eyebrow.


    “How should I say this? Pay no attention to that scripting behind the curtain.”


    “What? You mean The Oracle’s not sentient?”


    “Does it really matter?” Sarah smiled.