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#1089 Alexander Thomas: The Politics and Ethics of Transhumanism

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Exploring Data Totalitarianism and Transhumanism

This chapter investigates the concept of data totalitarianism, tracing its lineage through transhumanism and surveillance capitalism, and its impact on human agency and information access. It critiques the reduction of human existence to mere data processing and the potential ethical implications of AI within the transhumanist framework. Additionally, the discussion emphasizes the need for an inclusive approach to technology while advocating for a reassertion of collective human values and environmental care.

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