I think that on a deeper level than resource accumulation and trading, humans have needs that only other humans can provide.

A deep connection and social understanding of one another cannot be replaced by an automated machine of any kind.

Though AI may one day be able to think and adapt for itself, it will likely run on an algorithm of response to likely scenarios. Can it really replace that deep "human to human" interaction? Only time will tell.

Great read, I love the concept that you presented here!