Buddhist Geeks Technological Metamodernism with Stephen Reid
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Aug 16, 2024 Stephen Reid, a thought leader in metamodernism, discusses technology's evolving landscape and its philosophical implications. He explores the balance necessary between techno-optimism and eco-dystopian views, emphasizing deeper values like sovereignty and relationality. The conversation highlights ethical tech development and the importance of community-driven frameworks, including quadratic funding for open source projects. Reid also touches on imagination’s role in shaping future technologies and the intriguing intersections of consciousness, spirituality, and AI.
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Metamodernism Transcends Tech Extremes
- Metamodernism transcends the extremes of technophilia and eco-dystopia by synthesizing their insights into a new approach.
- This philosophy promotes both-and thinking to find a nuanced, balanced path forward in technology use.
Values Embedded in Technology
- Technology's impact reflects the values encoded in its design, not just its use.
- Reuniting ethics and technology development is crucial to align innovations with human values.
Use Yellow Teaming for Tech
- Design tech with foresight by rigorously assessing its second- and third-order consequences.
- Engage in "yellow teaming" to stress-test ideas against potential negative outcomes before deployment.