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Invasion of the Non-Binaries | PIRATE WIRES EP#17 🏴‍☠️

Pirate Wires

Fri Oct 06 2023



AI-Generated Art:

  • AI-generated art is becoming more realistic, but often has exaggerated features like shiny skin.
  • Concerns exist about the impact of AI-generated art on society, such as addiction to unrealistic beauty standards and the potential for deepfake pornography.

Virtual Reality (VR):

  • VR technology is advancing rapidly and becoming more realistic.
  • Potential benefits of VR include immersive experiences for soldiers or people in long-distance relationships.
  • There are concerns about spending too much time in VR and disconnecting from the real world.
  • The extent to which VR will be widely adopted remains uncertain.

Aesthetics of the Future:

  • A shift towards human-centered design rather than robotic or futuristic aesthetics is observed.
  • AI-generated art and advancements in virtual reality contribute to creating immersive and human-like environments.
  • People are drawn to natural elements, cozy spaces, and evocative designs when envisioning the future.
  • The impact of these aesthetics on physical spaces is uncertain but could influence architectural design.

Ethical Considerations:

  • Ethical questions arise regarding balancing virtual worlds with real-world engagement as VR technology advances.
  • Robert Nozick's pleasure machine thought experiment raises questions about living entirely in a virtual reality and its value.
  • Concerns exist around losing focus on the real world, addiction to virtual experiences, and potential negative impacts on mental health.

White Pill Perspective:

  • Despite potential drawbacks, there is excitement about the possibilities offered by AI-generated art and VR technology.
  • Aesthetically pleasing virtual environments provide new creative outlets and inspiration for building a better world both online and offline.