Technology is a slippery slope to the bottom
9 hours ago
- Automakers have gradually removed user control and repairability, replacing physical parts with software and subscriptions.
- Cars now have VIN-locked parts, mandatory updates, and remote control capabilities, reducing owner autonomy.
- Government mandates and surveillance technologies are eroding privacy and freedom, including anti-drunk driving detection and cameras.
- AI is progressing from a helper to a replacement for human jobs, leading to dependency and potential brain implants for productivity.
- The text warns of a dystopian future where technology centralizes power, removes choice, and forces compliance for safety or progress.