Who's in Charge

The evolving definition of authorship in the age of artificial intelligence and the fundamental role of symbiosis in the natural world define this discussion. Anchit Sathi examines how AI-assisted writing challenges traditional concepts of the "lone genius" author, suggesting that institutional mechanisms must replace individual integrity to ensure accountability. Meanwhile, Keggie Carew highlights the interconnected nature of life, drawing on Rowan Hooper’s *Togetherness* to argue that collaboration, rather than competition, drives evolutionary success. By moving beyond the "survival of the fittest" paradigm, society can better understand the complex, symbiotic relationships—such as microbial partnerships in soil—that sustain ecosystems. These insights call for a shift in perspective, urging leaders to prioritize ecological understanding over outdated hierarchical models of human dominion.