The Evolution of Optimism in the Tech Industry

On this episode of Upstream, Erik sits down with e/acc founder Bayeslord and writer Nadia Asparouhova to discuss the foundations and future of the e/acc movement.

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LINKS

Bayeslord's and Nadia's article: https://www.piratewires.com/p/ethos-divine-age

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TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) Episode Preview

(01:40) Understanding the Perception of E/ACC

(03:14) The Impact of E/ACC on Tech Culture

(05:38) Nadia's Perspective on E/ACC

(14:30) Evolution of Tech Culture

(16:55) SPONSOR: SHOPIFY

(29:55) Influence of Elon Musk on Tech Culture

(45:07) Leadership in E/ACC

(47:05) Understanding Journalistic Patterns & Social Dynamics

(48:36) Impact of Social Media

(49:40) Role of AI in Shaping the Future

(50:50) Social Impact of Technology: A Critical View

(52:44) Dichotomy of Tech: Good or Bad?

(53:42) Evolution of Web 2.0 and Its Consequences

(55:30) Future of AI and Potential Risks

(57:31) Philosophy of E/ACC

(01:26:14) The Future of E/ACC: Phase Two and Beyond

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Editor: Michelle Poreh

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