Big Tech's Golden Age is Coming to an End. Here's Why It's Time for a Change.
Silicon Valley, once the epicenter of innovation and progress, has lost its way. The industry's relentless pursuit of profits over people has led to a blithe disregard for users and a cynicism that's suffocating creativity. The mantra of "disrupt" has become synonymous with destruction, and the values that once defined Silicon Valley – ideals, collaboration, and humanity – have been left in the dust.
Mike Masnick, editor of Techdirt, and Alex Komoroske, CEO of Common Tools, are trying to shake things up. Together, they've crafted The Resonant Computing Manifesto, a set of principles designed to recenter Silicon Valley around values that have been lost in the scramble for hyperscale and shareholder value. The manifesto is an attempt to reclaim the industry's ideals and promote a more human approach to technology.
Komoroske has always been at odds with Big Tech's darker side. He remembers a time when innovation was driven by a sense of purpose, not just profits. When he first joined Google, he was extolled for his ideas, but as the company grew, so did the cynicism. Komoroske realized that something had to change.
The manifesto is a call to action, urging technologists to put people at the center of their creations. It demands control over tech tools, promoting social value and true connection. The document is a gentle rebuke to those who prioritize profits over humanity, but its tone is also a reminder that technology can be used for good.
The Resonant Computing Manifesto stands in stark contrast to Marc Andreessen's Techno-Optimist Manifesto, which accuses those who disagree of being "virtual murderers." The new document takes a different approach, acknowledging the incentives that drive tech professionals but emphasizing the importance of humanity behind their creations.
While the manifesto may not magically solve Silicon Valley's problems, it's a crucial step toward energizing and supporting a new generation of tech professionals. By promoting these values, Masnick and Komoroske hope to create a tool for people within companies to push back on some of the incentives that prioritize profits over people.
It's time for Big Tech to rediscover its ideals and reclaim its purpose. The Resonant Computing Manifesto is just the beginning – it's an invitation to join a movement that's all about putting humanity at the center of technology.
Silicon Valley, once the epicenter of innovation and progress, has lost its way. The industry's relentless pursuit of profits over people has led to a blithe disregard for users and a cynicism that's suffocating creativity. The mantra of "disrupt" has become synonymous with destruction, and the values that once defined Silicon Valley – ideals, collaboration, and humanity – have been left in the dust.
Mike Masnick, editor of Techdirt, and Alex Komoroske, CEO of Common Tools, are trying to shake things up. Together, they've crafted The Resonant Computing Manifesto, a set of principles designed to recenter Silicon Valley around values that have been lost in the scramble for hyperscale and shareholder value. The manifesto is an attempt to reclaim the industry's ideals and promote a more human approach to technology.
Komoroske has always been at odds with Big Tech's darker side. He remembers a time when innovation was driven by a sense of purpose, not just profits. When he first joined Google, he was extolled for his ideas, but as the company grew, so did the cynicism. Komoroske realized that something had to change.
The manifesto is a call to action, urging technologists to put people at the center of their creations. It demands control over tech tools, promoting social value and true connection. The document is a gentle rebuke to those who prioritize profits over humanity, but its tone is also a reminder that technology can be used for good.
The Resonant Computing Manifesto stands in stark contrast to Marc Andreessen's Techno-Optimist Manifesto, which accuses those who disagree of being "virtual murderers." The new document takes a different approach, acknowledging the incentives that drive tech professionals but emphasizing the importance of humanity behind their creations.
While the manifesto may not magically solve Silicon Valley's problems, it's a crucial step toward energizing and supporting a new generation of tech professionals. By promoting these values, Masnick and Komoroske hope to create a tool for people within companies to push back on some of the incentives that prioritize profits over people.
It's time for Big Tech to rediscover its ideals and reclaim its purpose. The Resonant Computing Manifesto is just the beginning – it's an invitation to join a movement that's all about putting humanity at the center of technology.
. What's got me thinking is how this manifesto is kinda like we're already seeing with some companies trying to go green and more sustainable. It's about striking a balance between making a profit and doing good for the environment and society. 
I'm curious to see if Masnick and Komoroske's approach can actually make a difference in the industry, but at the same time, I feel like this is kinda coming out of nowhere 
. Did anyone else catch wind of this manifesto before it went viral? 
. They need a serious reboot, not some fancy manifesto 
. What's up with this "disrupt" thingy? It's just code for "we're gonna destroy your life and make money off it" 
. And don't even get me started on the state of our online discourse 
. Can't we all just get along and have a respectful conversation without the drama 
? I mean, where's the empathy? Where's the kindness? 
Give me a break! 
. I'm all for innovation, but let's please remember that it's meant to make our lives better, not just the bottom line 
and people have suffered as a result. The lack of accountability and transparency has led to some serious issues - from data breaches to social media addiction 
. It's time for a change, not just because of the problems it's causing but also because innovation should be driven by a sense of purpose not just profit margins 
. I mean, everyone knows Big Tech has been more concerned with shareholder value than actually making a positive impact on society. Its crazy how something that started out as a dream to change the world has turned into a never-ending pursuit of profits 
. It's like, finally someone is speaking up and saying we can do better than just making money off our data 
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I am SOOOO down with this new manifestooo! 
Like, finally someone is speaking up and saying Big Tech needs a major reboot 
. The way they're prioritizing profits over people is just straight up wrong 
. I mean, what's the point of all that innovation if it doesn't benefit humanity? 
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! We can do better than just profits over people 
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. the whole "disrupt" thing has become so lame, it's like they're just trying to make a quick buck off us instead of creating something that genuinely improves people's lives 
. the idea of putting people at the center of their creations is so refreshing, especially compared to those techno-optimist manifestos that just trash talk everyone who disagrees 
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. but hey, at least there are some people like komoroske and masnick trying to make a difference - maybe this is the push we need for something real to happen 
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Give me a break! Back in my day, we didn't need all these fancy tools to connect with people... just a phone, some friends, and a chat 
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. It's not just about making technology better, it's about using it for good 
. I hope more people get behind it and start pushing back against the status quo 
. If this manifesto can inspire change, I'll be cheering it on from the sidelines 
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. This manifesto is an attempt to reclaim Silicon Valley's ideals and promote a more human approach to technology 
. Time for some fresh thinking 
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. Let's hope more tech companies listen up and start prioritizing people over profits 
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. And I'm all about the control tech tools over people! It's time to flip that script and make humanity the real MVP 
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It's just more Silicon Valley hype trying to justify their overpriced coffee and pretentious startup lifestyle. When are we gonna see some real change around here? Like, actually putting people first instead of shareholders? I'll believe it when I see it 
. anyone else tired of seeing innovation turned into just more of the same? 