
Neal Stephenson on History, Spycraft, and American-Soviet Parallels
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Shifting Conversations: From Social Media to Private Chats
This chapter examines the transition from open social media platforms to private group chats like Discord and WhatsApp, focusing on the benefits of privacy and reduced surveillance. The speakers discuss broader implications of surveillance in society, the evolution of writing in relation to emerging technologies, and the role of AI in artistic expression. Additionally, they contemplate the predictive power of science fiction authors, the future of artificial general intelligence, and the importance of qualities beyond intelligence in navigating real-world challenges.
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