#1612 New Tech and the New Luddite Movement; Inequitable Distribution of Benefits from New Technology Always Sparks Demands from Labor and AI is Rekindling the Old Arguments (Throwback)
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The Illusion of Progress and the Need for Solitude
This chapter delves into the intricate links between technological advancements and socio-economic inequalities, challenging the idea that progress universally benefits society. It emphasizes the advantages that accrue primarily to the affluent while also addressing the psychological effects of constant technological stimulation on individual well-being.
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