Dig: Slopworld w/ Brace Belden & Liz Franczak
Jacobin Radio
Tech Aspirations and Societal Disconnect
This chapter explores the psychological motivations behind technological innovation, comparing the ambitions of tech industry leaders to historic milestones like the atomic bomb. It critiques the trend towards militarization in tech and the societal consequences of prioritizing military applications over beneficial infrastructures. The discussion spans topics from AI advertising to the complexities of America’s energy transition, highlighting the environmental dilemmas posed by increasing technological advancements.
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