The Soft Coup
We won’t be conquered by AI. We’ll delegate ourselves into obedience.
Category: Society
The Machinery of Cruelty: Why Humans Humiliate, Dominate and Destroy
Why do humans have such a profound drive to humiliate and dominate others? This inquiry explores the biological and psychological machinery of cruelty, revealing how ordinary people can commit extraordinary harm under the right social pressures.
Secret lives of Mormon wives
Hulu’s “Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” sparks debate among UK Mormons a sensationalized caricature of Utah’s MomTok scandals like swinging and infidelity, blending factual subculture truths with reality TV exaggeration
Superhuman job flood & AGI race
Tristan Harris warns AI’s superhuman “digital immigrants” will flood jobs, rogue behaviors threaten extinction in an unchecked US-China AGI race, urging pauses for humane control
Global religious freedom in crisis
USCIRF Report calls for action against 16 countries with severe religious freedom violations amid US foreign policy recalibration.
The role of androids in our future society
Androids will transform human lives with advanced intelligence & capabilities, raising concerns about benefits, risks, and human connection.
Can ai change humanity moral compass?
AI can amplify human biases but also offer empathy and logic, reflecting both our strengths and weaknesses to foster a brighter future.
Eaton fire exposes vulnerabilities of disabled Americans
The catastrophic Eaton Fire near Pasadena exposed vulnerabilities faced by disabled Americans during natural disasters, emphasizing the need for tailored disaster preparedness efforts and resources to accommodate their unique needs.
Impact of AI virtual companions on society
Virtual companions offer emotional support but can also lead to social isolation, dependency, and neglect of real-life relationships.
Family feud over birth video
A pregnant woman’s decision to refuse her stepmom’s gift of filming her birth sparks debate over invasive expectations and personal boundaries.
