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Sterlin Lujan: Cyberstates, Network States, & Digital Parallel Societies

Geopolitics & Empire

CHAPTER

Parallel Societies: Innovation and Governance

This chapter examines the rise of grassroots communities and parallel societies, particularly in South-East Asia, through innovations like Zuzalu and Zoo Villages. It explores the evolution of governance structures that challenge traditional frameworks, highlighting the potential for new metrics of societal success, such as 'gross domestic happiness.' The conversation also addresses the transformative role of technology in fostering diverse living environments, advocating for privacy in cryptocurrency amidst growing surveillance.

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