The negative effects of digital technology are becoming more evident and people are noticing a shift towards more harm than benefit.
The concept of "frictionless" living, promoted by technology, can lead to a sterile and unfulfilling future with a lack of connections and responsibility.
To address these issues, there is a need to re-humanize technology and our way of living by fostering healthy relationships with devices, reframing the idea of friction, and exploring non-technological solutions for progress.
California became the 3rd state to enact a broad electronics right to repair law, following New York and Minnesota.
The California Right to Repair Act expands repair protections for consumers, guaranteeing access to repair materials for a wide range of products and setting minimum support periods.
State right to repair campaigns are gaining momentum, with more states considering similar legislation to improve repair access and combat planned obsolescence.
Our perception is being fundamentally altered by digital immersion and environmental changes, leading to a crisis of perception.
Digital media exposure and technological inundation are linked to atypical sensory processing in children, impacting cognitive development.
Reclaiming sensory vitality through nature interaction, sensory immersion, and digital detoxing may help combat the loss of sensory acuity and revitalize our perceptual experiences.
Surveillance bureaucracy uses digital technologies like sensors, cameras, and monitoring software to improve efficiency and compliance in both government and business.
The rise of surveillance bureaucracy has unintended consequences, leading to resistance and workarounds by surveilled individuals in various industries.
Challenges from non-profit organizations and legal battles are emerging to address the ethical implications of digital surveillance technologies and the need for privacy protections.
Homes should be places of making things, not just for comfort and convenience. By doing simple tasks ourselves, we can feel more empowered and connected to our lives.
Self-sufficiency is becoming important again as we face climate challenges. By growing our own food and learning new skills, we can find more joy and contentment in life.
We need to rethink how technology fits into our homes. Instead of letting it take over, we can use it to support hands-on activities and community connections.
Culture can be seen as humanity's Operating System, crucial for survival and adapting to new technologies and societies.
A cultureOS framework includes various 'apps' like aesthetics, governance, and religion, with middleware and hardware components that enable societies to function.
Considering cultureOS is important in our increasingly interconnected world for better understanding societies, global interactions, and adapting to technological advancements.