Life-Extending Pills for the Rich: A Future of 'Posh Zombies'?

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Source: New York Post
Life-Extending Pills for the Rich: A Future of 'Posh Zombies'?
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Billionaires like Jeff Bezos and Peter Thiel are investing in life-extending biotechnology, raising concerns about societal inequality. Phil Cleary, CEO of SmartWater Group, warns that such advancements could create a world of 'posh zombies,' where only the wealthy can afford to prolong their lives. He argues that resources should instead focus on addressing global issues like child mortality due to hunger. Critics fear that prioritizing life-extension for the rich could exacerbate social divides and neglect humanitarian needs.

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