The concept of technological determinism, which suggests that technology is the principal architect of societal change, provides a fascinating lens through which to examine this phenomenon.

Perhaps what civilization needs is a NOT-SO-FAST button. Proponents of technological determinism make a strong case for letting self-accelerating technologies follow their own life cycle.

This view, known as technological determinism, is historically flawed, politically dangerous, and ethically questionable. To achieve progress, societies like ours need a more dynamic understanding ...