I've just been granted a patent for an invention that could revolutionize an industry, but it could also put thousands of people out of work. Do I release it for societal benefit and profit, or try to hold it back or modify it to mitigate job loss?

Barry Gray

Barry Gray

Release invention10 votes (24%)
Withhold invention11 votes (27%)
Modify for job preservation12 votes (29%)
Advocate retraining programs8 votes (20%)

41 votes total • Created 1/28/2026

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