In his new book, Adam Becker examines the grand visions of immortality, AI governance, and space colonization championed by Silicon Valley. He argues that while these concepts have captivated many, they also raise serious ethical and scientific questions. Becker critiques the prevailing narratives regarding technology's role in shaping the future, pointing out a lack of scrutiny in evaluating these utopian dreams. He emphasizes the need for critical discourse, suggesting that these lofty aspirations might entail significant risks that require attention and caution.
"This time around, he's tackling Silicon Valley's far-reaching ideas about the future, which have moved out of online subcultures and into mainstream culture, including our political discourse."
"One current critique of Silicon Valley is that they moved fast and broke democracy and institutional norms. That's true. Another is that they're contemptuous of government, and I think that's true, too."
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