“E/acc” or effective accelerationism is a new tech ideology gaining momentum online. The founders of e/acc believe that the tech industry has become too stagnant and risk-averse, and they advocate for more ideas, growth, competition, and action. While e/acc’s lack of clarity has led to some criticism and confusion, it has gained support from notable tech figures. Its main adversaries are AI safety and effective altruism, as e/acc advocates for embracing the unknown and learning by doing. E/acc’s significance lies in its opposition to the widespread concerns about the risks posed by the tech industry. The movement aims to counterbalance this negative perception and encourage engagement with emerging technologies.
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