Human-Computer Complementarity

"Computers are tools, not rivals." Thiel challenges the notion that technology will replace human workers, arguing instead that the most valuable businesses will leverage the complementarity between humans and computers. He shares his experience at PayPal, where a hybrid system combining human judgment and automated processes helped combat fraud effectively. This idea is further exemplified by Palantir, a company that uses software to assist human analysts in identifying threats and fraud, demonstrating that technology can enhance human capabilities rather than replace them.