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World's largest open library calls for volunteers to scan and preserve physical books as AI companies buy, scan, and destroy them — Anna's Archive says ‘time is running out’ as ‘knowledge is permanent (www.tomshardware.com)
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As AI tech companies increasingly buy and destroy books to feed to their AI models, Anna's Archive is calling for volunteers to help preserve them for the public record.

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Job Opening: Now Hiring

Description: Destroying the Library of Alexandria

Compensation: Minimum Wage ($7.25 per hour) plus free daily lunch (2 pizza slices)

Experience Required: Masters Degree in English, and at least 5 years experience working at a library or book store

Cover Letter: Please include a personal essay describing how destroying books gives you a personal sense of fulfillment

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