The Next RenAIssance by Zack Kass

Zack Kass envisions a “Next Renaissance” fueled by AI, driven by unmetered intelligence – AI making knowledge abundant at near-zero cost. This could spark a golden age of human potential.

Kass’s tone is optimistic. He sees AI not as a threat but as a partner that elevates our work. “AI will not end work — it will expand it,” he says, freeing us from rote tasks so we can focus on higher-value human work.

He urges us to invest in “NorthStar skills,” capabilities the World Economic Forum calls critical: creativity, adaptability, empathy, continuous learning, etc. In a world of AI on tap, qualities like empathy, ethics, and imagination are true differentiators, turning raw intelligence into wisdom.

The Next Renaissance offers a hopeful vision of AI’s impact, reminding us that technology’s greatest gift may be more time to be human. If you want a positive perspective – and insight on the key skills to thrive alongside AI – The Next Renaissance is a must-read.