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The Blockchain Socialist

What is Left Accelerationism and Post-Work? Interview with Nick Srnicek

Sep 10, 2023
Guest Nick Srnicek, author of 'Platform Capitalism' and 'Inventing the Future', discusses left accelerationism, the trend of crypto enthusiasts identifying as accelerationists, and the fight for freedom from work. They also touch on their latest book about the history of the home and the fight for free time.
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Quick takeaways

  • Left accelerationism challenges the idea of capitalism as the final stage of human history and advocates for leveraging technologies to create a future beyond its constraints.
  • Accelerationism intersects with de-growth and neoluddism, as they share the recognition of the need for conscious technology use and the critique of relentless economic growth.

Deep dives

Accelerationism as a response to neoliberalism

Accelerationism is seen as an answer to the struggles of the left in the era of neoliberalism. It aims to bring forth the idea that capitalism is inherently unable to generate a more modern and alternative modernity. It challenges the notion that neoliberalism is the pinnacle of human society and argues that capitalism, despite its promises of freedom and innovation, is a highly constraining system. Accelerationists advocate for moving beyond capitalism to achieve true freedom and dynamism.

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