There is in most modern Westerner’s minds a dissonance when it comes to the matter of citizenship and participation in the nation’s inner workings. The Western man will proudly state that he loves his country, while also saying citizenship and voting are rights. An argument once simply made for representation of those who wanted to…
To Be Heard
As of late I’ve found writing difficult. However it is not merrily writer’s block that has been plaguing me. Rather, it is the inevitable juncture I have reached. It is the goal of a good writer to be heard, and a great writer to be understood. Anyone taking time to put pen to paper for…
The Shiny Hammer
Despite what the subject material of many articles I’ve written may indicate, I am not a worshiper of technology. I don’t regard anything as untouchable subject material and I strive to always keep my mind open. In more recent times be it blockchain or artificial intelligence there seems to exist a sort of cult idealism…
Economics of Wealth
I write frequently on the topics of the future. I write of the tragedies of the past and how to avoid making the same mistakes, or rather how to rectify such mistakes going forward. Ultimately the many categories I write on distill down to this: how to preserve civilization, and how to improve it. When…
Technocracy: Public Goods and Private Equity In Light Of Automation
As automation continues to advance, many are concerned about the potential displacement of workers. Some have proposed a Universal Basic Income (UBI) as a solution, but this approach has been criticized by many (myself included) for many reasons. In this article, we will explore a potential solution to some of the problems inherent in UBI…
A Critique Of Modern Architecture
If I asked you what a futuristic building looked like, what would come to mind? Glass, steel, and concrete. All are materials that have come to be so associated with the concepts future and modernity they can hardly be differentiated from them. They are often chosen for their durability, cost effectiveness, and ease of use….
Technocracy: Stakeholder Electorates
One of my single most shared articles has been Balancing Tyranny In DAOs (Decentralized Autonomous Organizations). In it, I detailed some of the shortcomings and other issues in networked societies, the most prominent among them being the revolving door stakeholder. This individual is a danger to any DAO because they exist simply to trade value,…
Exploring Technocracy: Preface
While many have claimed to fix politics, very few even came close. Centuries have come and gone with their empires and ideals. Despite the many attempts to reform and improve the political landscape, the issues at hand remain largely unchanged. Corruption, inequality, and moral decay continue to plague governments around the world. It is clear…
ChatGPT
PixlFlip (PF): Hello ChatGPT. I thought we could have a little chat about the near future and what it may look like with AI. ChatGPT (GPT): Hello! Sure, that sounds like an interesting topic. It’s difficult to predict the exact developments in AI in the near future, but there are definitely some trends that are…
1000 (Why I Write)
Almost exactly one year ago today, I started a journey. As I pressed the publish button for the first time I was entering the foray of ideas and concepts that millions of others before have covered, and many more after me will. I had no idea what the outcome of my endeavor would be. In…