Category: Technology and Society
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Quality of Life Now
In the video from the Observing Beauty channel, the creator challenges viewers to reconsider societal definitions of power, value, and quality of life. Arguing that the relentless pursuit of financial freedom can hinder inner freedom, the video questions our complicity in perpetuating a system that equates power and money, often at the expense of true…
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Preparing Minds for the Machine Age
In a world increasingly influenced by artificial intelligence, traditional education falls short in preparing us for the future. “Preparing Minds for the Machine Age: Rethinking Education for an Unpredictable Future” argues for an educational transformation that cultivates adaptability and comfort with the unknown, rather than relying on rote learning and standardization.
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The Illusion of Teaching
In a world filled with teaching, does true learning actually occur? While machines excel in knowledge and skill-based tasks, there remains a form of learning unique to human consciousness. This learning is life itself, untethered by methods or goals. It doesn’t lead to certificates, but it’s pivotal for understanding the essence of life uncorrupted. As…
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Holistic Innovation
Innovation within power structures inevitably leads to exploitation, limiting its transformative potential. Despite many fields boasting of progress, what we see is a fraction of what could be achieved through holistic innovation. The true innovator, driven by the pure desire to solve problems, is a rarity. Such individuals aren’t influenced by power or financial gain;…
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The Unseen Side of AI
In his piece, the author, a seasoned high-tech entrepreneur, ponders the unpredictability and far-reaching influence of artificial intelligence (AI) on human consciousness. He draws attention to the potential fear that might stem from AI-induced incidents and the resulting uncertainty about who holds true control—governments, organizations, AI, or a new hybrid entity. He urges readers to…