Gutenberg’s printing press was revolutionary for Western civilization—it increased the spread of information, led to widespread literacy, and catalyzed scientific development as new inventions and discoveries could be shared on a mass scale. It’s certainly a contender for “most important invention of all time”, and its positive effects on society cannot be overstated. However, asContinue reading “The Printing Revolution: How Mass Media Destabilized the West”
Category Archives: Technology
Consequences of Leaving an Agrarian Society
The 20th century witnessed a rare and irreversible shift, not seen since the ancient nomads planted their feet and began to work the land: a societal evolution. The first societal evolution was from nomadic to agrarian. Thousands of years later, our familiar agrarian society has finally given way to a mechanized society. Up until thisContinue reading “Consequences of Leaving an Agrarian Society”
The Hidden Cost of a Robotic World
With a sense of tragic fatalism I admit that robotics and AI are our future. There seems no way to turn back the dial on technological development, even if unintended consequences loom over much of the population. Aside from the entrepreneurial spirit which propels such new technologies, it appears evident from history that technological advantageContinue reading “The Hidden Cost of a Robotic World”
The Aim of Technology from a Christian Perspective
Have you ever asked why create new technologies? Every year, companies and governments around the globe spend billions of dollars on the research and development of new technologies. The most common answer to the question will invariably be “technology makes life easier”, and it does that very well in most cases. However, is ease aContinue reading “The Aim of Technology from a Christian Perspective”
The Dark Side of ChatGPT and Artificial Intelligence
ChatGPT is an AI language model that has the potential to revolutionize the way we communicate and access information. However, it also has negative impacts on society that need to be considered. In this essay, we will explore some of the most significant negative impacts of ChatGPT on society. One of the most significant negativeContinue reading “The Dark Side of ChatGPT and Artificial Intelligence”
Capitalism’s Successor: Corporate Feudalism
Over the past several decades, corporations have steadily increased their power and control on society. One cannot fail to notice the symbols of this control everywhere around us. While driving down the interstate, flipping through television channels, or surfing the internet, one is bombarded by billboards, television ads, and sponsorships pushing products or services. CorporateContinue reading “Capitalism’s Successor: Corporate Feudalism”
When Civilizations Collapse (Part 3): Aztecs and AI Weaponry
On November 8, 1519 Spanish conquistador Hernan Cortes and his exploration party first made contact with Aztec emperor Moctezuma II. After a coup d’état resulting in the death of the emperor in the Aztec capital city of Tenochtitlan, the Spaniards found themselves at odds with the formidable regional power. Despite being vastly outnumbered, the Spaniard’sContinue reading “When Civilizations Collapse (Part 3): Aztecs and AI Weaponry”
The Gnostic Roots of the Trans Movements
Some things just won’t go away. Denim jackets, bell bottoms, vinyl – some things tend to creep back into the mainstream just when you thought society had finally forgotten about them for good. Not just fashion either: ideas have a habit of popping up again after thoroughly being put to rest years or even centuriesContinue reading “The Gnostic Roots of the Trans Movements”
6 Ways to Break Free from Big Tech
If you’re no fan of “Big Tech”, be it Facebook, Google, Amazon, Microsoft, Apple, and the rest, you can make one small statement with the vote of which applications, websites, and software you choose. Since the major purge of hundreds, if not thousands, of social media accounts over the past few weeks, there’s no doubtContinue reading “6 Ways to Break Free from Big Tech”