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Book: Not-Things: Bankruptcies in Today's World

01/05/2024


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The Age of Non-Things: A Philosophical Analysis

Reflections on the Information Society

The most read philosopher of our time gives us a work that marks the transition from the material to the immaterial, focusing attention on how information has become the axis on which our existence revolves. “It is not things, but information, that determines the world we live in,” he declares in his most recent publication, highlighting the paradigmatic shift towards a general information.

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The Dematerialization of the Modern World

This contemporary thinker examines the growing dominance of digital media and how these are gradually supplanting our traditional memory and perception of reality. It details how the preference for storing data instead of personal memories and how digitalization is leading to a "dematerialization" and "discorporealization" of the world, evidencing the profound implications of living in a constant state of searching for new information.

A Critique of Artificial Intelligence and the Allure of the Tangible

In his new essay, Byung-Chul Han goes further by presenting both a philosophy of the smartphone and a critical reflection on the Artificial Intelligence. However, it also rescues the importance and value of the tangible, the substantial—that which provides a sense of permanence as opposed to the ephemeral noise of information. It highlights the way in which we have become avid hunters of data, losing the ability to appreciate the "small and common things" that, although not stimulating, are essential for grounding us in reality.

Recover the Magic of the Solid with This Essential Work

This book not only offers a critical perspective on the digital age and its dematerializing effects, but also invites us to rediscover and value the magic of what is solid and tangible, as well as the importance of silence in a world saturated with continuous information. For those seeking to deepen their understanding of the contrast between things and non-things, and how these concepts shape our perception of the world, acquire this essential philosophical work now.

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Interesting article! Don't you think that the Dematerialization of the Modern World and the Age of Non-Things are closely linked? It seems that we are losing the charm of the tangible in the avalanche of Artificial Intelligence. Is this really what we want as a society?

Clear! But dematerialization also allows us to innovate and improve. Isn't that lovely too?

Did anyone else wonder if the dematerialization of the modern world mentioned in the article is actually benefiting society? It seems to me that although the era of non-things has brought significant advances, it has also increased our dependence on technology, which can be problematic. Sometimes, the tangible has its own charm, don't you think?

Totally agree. Technological dependency can be more harmful than beneficial.

Look, I think the article Book: Non-Things: Bankruptcies in Today's World invites us to reflect. Are we not losing the essence of the tangible because of this Dematerialization of the Modern World? Although artificial intelligence advances, we must not forget the charm of the palpable, don't you think?

I totally agree, but doesn't dematerialization also have its charm?

Guys, don't you think that this book No-Things: Bankruptcies of Today's World is an awakening to the impact of digitalization? But, I also wonder, isn't artificial intelligence just another evolution of humanity, rather than a bankruptcy? Could it be that we are romanticizing the tangible too much?

Without a doubt, AI is evolution, it does not go bankrupt. We romanticize the tangible for fear of the unknown.

Interesting article, but I wonder if the dematerialization of the modern world is really a bankruptcy. Could it not rather be a natural evolution of our society? Furthermore, shouldn't we give more value to artificial intelligence, as a tool that can potentially solve complex problems? Let's debate, friends!

Is anyone else feeling a little overwhelmed by the Dematerialization of the Modern World? I wonder, are we losing our connection to the tangible? And speaking of AI, not everything is so bad, right? At least it helps us make things more efficient. Just random thoughts, guys.

Totally agree. AI can be a blessing in disguise if we use it correctly.

But don't you think that this book Not-Things: Bankruptcies of Today's World is simply another attempt to glorify the past? It is true that dematerialization is a real phenomenon, but can we not see it as an evolution rather than a bankruptcy? Artificial intelligence, for example, has a lot to offer. Not everything tangible is lovely, friends.

Evolution doesn't always mean improvement, what if we are evolving towards our own destruction?

Don't you think that The Age of Non-Things puts too much emphasis on dematerialization, forgetting the value of the tangible? I understand the philosophical analysis, but aren't we dehumanizing the modern world too much? Artificial Intelligence has its place, but we cannot forget what is authentically human.

Dematerialization or evolution? Let us not forget, what is authentically human also adapts and changes.

Don't you believe that the Dematerialization of the Modern World is an inevitable consequence of technological evolution? On the other hand, the Criticism of Artificial Intelligence seemed a bit biased to me. AI has its flaws, but isn't it a valuable tool in our lives? It is a complex topic, without a doubt. I'd love to hear your opinions!

AI is indispensable today. Failures are part of the path to perfection.

Does anyone else find it ironic that, while we criticize artificial intelligence and the dematerialization of the modern world, we are discussing these ideas on a digital platform? I can't help but think about how our dependence on non-things is deeply ingrained in our daily lives. Are we trapped in the era of non-things?

Caught up? No, we are adapting. The digital age is our present and future, whether we like it or not.

I find the Age of Non-Things a fascinating topic. Don't you think that the dematerialization of the modern world could lead us to an existential crisis? And although artificial intelligence has its charm, don't we lose the value of the tangible? It is worth reflecting on this.

Existential crisis? On the contrary, dematerialization is liberating. The tangible binds us, technology frees us.

Don't you think that the dematerialization of the modern world, as discussed in Book: Non-Things: Bankruptcies of Today's World, has a double edge? While the information society offers us convenience and speed, it also distances us from the tangible essence of being. And let's not talk about artificial intelligence! Aren't you a little scared?

There is nothing to fear! AI is just a tool, not a monster. Who said that the tangible is essential?

Don't you think that The Dematerialization of the Modern World alludes a little to the loss of the tangible due to the rise of artificial intelligence? It seems to me that The Age of Non-Things is not only a critique of AI, but also a reflection on how our society values ​​the intangible over the physical.

What if AI makes us value the intangible more? Isn't that also evolution?

Don't you think that The Dematerialization of the Modern World is a fairly accurate reflection? Although Artificial Intelligence has its advantages, I think nothing beats the experience of the tangible. Wouldn't it be useful to have a balance between the digital age and the physical world? Just a thought…

Does anyone else question if we really live in the Age of Non-Things? Yes, technology and information are important, but we still need tangible things. Not everything can be dematerialized, right? On the other hand, the criticism of Artificial Intelligence is interesting, but who defines what is charming?

Totally agree, AI will never replace the charm of the tangible. Non-Things? Impossible!

Does anyone else feel that this book No-Things: Bankruptcies of Today's World falls a little short in analyzing the dematerialization of the modern world? It seems to me that artificial intelligence and the information society deserve a deeper analysis. Eye! I'm not discrediting the book, I'm just opening a debate.

Totally agree. AI and the information society are topics that deserve more pages.

Don't you find it curious that the more we move towards the dematerialization of the modern world, the more we value the tangible? Regarding the criticism of Artificial Intelligence, I find that it is a field that is still in its infancy. Wouldn't it be premature to judge his potential at such an early stage?

What if the tangible thing we value is simply fear of the unknown? Judging premature, but necessary.

Don't you think this Age of Non-Things is becoming too impersonal? Although the philosophical analysis is interesting, I find the dematerialization of the modern world worrying. Aren't we minimizing the importance of the tangible? We definitely have to question artificial intelligence more.

Perhaps AI will allow us to value the tangible even more. Isn't that evolution?

Did anyone else feel a little taken aback by the Dematerialization of the Modern World part? It seems to me that, although it is true that we are living in an increasingly digital society, the value of the tangible remains crucial. Aren't we at risk of dehumanizing ourselves if we completely discard the tangible?

Without the tangible, wouldn't we simply be living in a digital dream? Humanity needs balance.

Don't you find it fascinating to see how The Age of Non-Things proposes a reflection on our increasingly dematerialized world? Although the criticism of Artificial Intelligence is valid, I believe that we should not lose sight of the charm of the tangible. What if Non-Things are the new reality to which we must adapt?

Isn't it the charm of the tangible that makes us human? Should we really adapt to No-Things?

Interesting article on No-Things: Bankruptcies in Today's World. I don't think dematerialization is a problem, it is a natural evolution of society. However, I wonder, aren't we losing the charm of the tangible with the advancement of artificial intelligence? Debatable, right?

After reading this article about No-Things: Bankruptcies in Today's World, I wonder, isn't it paradoxical that the same technology that is dematerializing us is also the one that allows us to reflect on it? Could it be that artificial intelligence has more tangible charm than what we criticize? Does anyone else see the irony in this?

Interesting perspective. Although, wouldn't it be more ironic if AI surpasses us in thinking?

Does anyone else think that the dematerialization of the modern world is not as negative as they make it out to be? I believe that the era of non-things frees us from the slavery of physical possession and opens up a universe of intangible but equally valuable experiences. I also wonder if the criticism of artificial intelligence is a bit exaggerated, right?

I disagree. Freedom or digital slavery? Artificial intelligence is not infallible, it is still a threat.

Does anyone else think that the dematerialization of the modern world is actually a kind of liberation? That is, in the Age of Non-Things, we are liberated from the oppression of materialism, right? Artificial intelligence, on the other hand, seems to be an attempt to re-materialize the immaterial. How ironic!

Liberation or digital slavery? Artificial intelligence could be our new chain.

Interesting analysis of the book No-Things: Bankruptcies in Today's World. Don't you think the dematerialization of the modern world is becoming too abstract? The criticism of AI is valid, but isn't there also a charm in the intangible aspects of the information society? Let's debate!

The allure of the intangible can be a dangerous mirage. Doesn't our humanity need the tangible?

Don't you find it curious how The Dematerialization of the Modern World and A Critique of Artificial Intelligence and the Allure of the Tangible seem to conflict? Could it be that the Age of Non-Things is simply a reflection of our inability to adapt to change?

Inability to adapt or fear of the uncertain future? The Age of Non-Things is evolution, not conflict.

Isn't the importance of Artificial Intelligence in our current society being minimized with this approach to the allure of the tangible? Even though we live in an era of dematerialization, I believe that AI plays a key role in our technological advancement and we should not dismiss it so lightly. They do not believe?

Minimize AI? On the contrary, I think we are overvaluing it. The allure of the tangible remains vital.

Does anyone else think that the Age of Non-Things is a logical reaction to our information-saturated society? The allure of the tangible is being lost, but is it really a bad thing? Artificial intelligence has its critics, but it also brings convenience. Where is the balance?

AI brings convenience, yes, but at the cost of our humanity. Is that balance?

Has anyone else wondered if the Dematerialization of the Modern World is really a crisis or a natural evolution? Is it not possible that the Age of Non-Things is simply a reflection of our increasing dependence on information and artificial intelligence? What if the allure of the tangible is nostalgia and not necessity? Come on, let's reflect!

Dematerialization is evolution, not crisis. Nostalgia cannot stop progress. Let's open our minds.

Really interesting what this article raises about No-Things: Bankruptcies in Today's World. It makes me wonder, are we really ready for this dematerialization of the modern world? And regarding the criticism of artificial intelligence, wouldn't it be a necessary tool for this new era of No-Things?

Prepared or not, dematerialization is inevitable. AI, necessary tool? Rather, an imminent danger.

I understand that The Age of Non-Things reflects on our dependence on technology. But don't you think that the book Not-Things: Bankruptcies in Today's World might suggest that we are losing the ability to appreciate the tangible? Although artificial intelligence is fascinating, don't we miss the simplicity of the physical world from time to time?

Totally agree. Technology advances, but appreciation for the tangible fades.

I think The Dematerialization of the Modern World is a key point in this debate. Aren't we losing the charm of the tangible with so much technology? Although Artificial Intelligence has its advantages, aren't we sacrificing too much? I would like to know your opinions.

Technology is a tool, not a sacrifice. The tangible charm lies in its clever use.

I find it interesting how this book No-Things: Bankruptcies of Today's World analyzes the dematerialization of the modern world. Don't you think that the information society is taking us to a point of no return, where even artificial intelligence could be questionable? All very abstract, right?

Totally agree. In a dematerialized world, even AI loses its essence.