The Wisdom & Action Podcast
#75 Daniel Schmachtenberger PART 2: social philosopher, thought leader, sensemaker
Mar 31, 2022
Exploring the impact of exponential technologies on governance structures, attractors in collective action problems, caring vs. panic in society, navigating exponential technological growth, and the conclusion of a two-part conversation with Daniel Schmachtenberger.
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- Tech centralization empowers authoritarianism, while decentralization poses catastrophic risks through non-state actors.
- Individual actions contribute to global crises, urging a shift towards collective responsibility and systemic reevaluation.
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Exponential Technologies and Power Dynamics
Exponential technologies have transformed power structures, centralizing power among tech giants and authoritarian states. Companies like Google and Facebook hold immense power, resembling a new feudalistic system. This tech centralization weakens democracies and strengthens authoritarianism by improving state coordination. However, decentralization through cyber and drone technology grants non-state actors significant power, leading to potential catastrophic outcomes.
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