While I think modern governments worldwide need reform and readjustment, the thought of giving the powers and freedoms of entire nations to billionaires (and the incredibly wealthy) is nothing less than chilling to me.
All I can see in the long run is greater exploitation of resources, including people, for greater profit. It wouldn't surprise me if it just devolved into modern slavery. I don't think the "Innovation" is worth the cost because the only people to truly benefit will be the wealthiest in the world.
None of these people mention human rights or egalitarianism for these cities—it's all about business opportunities—not the betterment of humanity. They openly state they want to avoid environmental regulations, do gene therapy, etc. Why? So they can legally test on humans, exploit nature, and skip safety regulations. This is something that is already happening in Próspera. Who will be the victims? The poorest and most needy in the world.
I think it will follow the typical pattern of many businesses. Entice with great benefits so that people join, once they're locked into the system and the city is powerful, they'll exploit them.
Super interesting (and very valid) perspective. I don’t think innovation should come at the cost of the vulnerable either, but I don’t think it necessarily needs to be a zero-sum game either. Do you it’s possible to build a future city without being inherently exploitative?
While I think modern governments worldwide need reform and readjustment, the thought of giving the powers and freedoms of entire nations to billionaires (and the incredibly wealthy) is nothing less than chilling to me.
All I can see in the long run is greater exploitation of resources, including people, for greater profit. It wouldn't surprise me if it just devolved into modern slavery. I don't think the "Innovation" is worth the cost because the only people to truly benefit will be the wealthiest in the world.
None of these people mention human rights or egalitarianism for these cities—it's all about business opportunities—not the betterment of humanity. They openly state they want to avoid environmental regulations, do gene therapy, etc. Why? So they can legally test on humans, exploit nature, and skip safety regulations. This is something that is already happening in Próspera. Who will be the victims? The poorest and most needy in the world.
I think it will follow the typical pattern of many businesses. Entice with great benefits so that people join, once they're locked into the system and the city is powerful, they'll exploit them.
Super interesting (and very valid) perspective. I don’t think innovation should come at the cost of the vulnerable either, but I don’t think it necessarily needs to be a zero-sum game either. Do you it’s possible to build a future city without being inherently exploitative?