Accelerationism w/ Michael Downs
Žižek And So On
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Navigating Accelerationism and Modernity
This chapter explores the interplay of modernity, accelerationism, and the concept of 'zero,' linking mathematical ideas with philosophical perspectives from figures like Descartes and Lacan. It critically examines the ways accelerationism has been adopted by various ideological factions and its implications within the framework of capitalism and technological evolution. The discussion raises profound questions about the future of humanity in relation to artificial intelligence and the philosophical ramifications of becoming cyborgs.
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