The History of Bad Ideas: Modernisation!
Past Present Future
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Silicon Valley's Hyper-Modernization and Its Discontents
This chapter examines the rapid technological advancements in silicon valley, particularly in AI, and their parallels to historical imperialism. It discusses the tension between chaos and order in society, analyzing influential figures like Peter Thiel and their radical visions for the future. The conversation also critiques the notion of progress shaped by select tech leaders, contrasting extraordinary aspirations like Mars colonization with the realities of contemporary societal norms.
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