The author, Avi Loeb, expresses concern over the growing problem of superficiality and the spread of ignorance on social media. He argues that this trend poses a serious existential risk to humanity, as it undermines the foundations of evidence-based knowledge and open-minded learning.
Loeb begins by discussing his aversion to social media, despite his love for technological advances. He explains that "reaching the 'superficiality escape velocity'" means being free from the constant need for "likes" and the act of "virtue signaling" without committing to the actual work required to promote a cause.
The author criticizes the prevalence of propaganda slogans and the resistance to nuanced knowledge, which he sees as a regression towards "the mean" of mediocrity. He argues that by tolerating free speech without fact-checking, society risks its own demise, as it welcomes attacks on its foundations.
Loeb is particularly concerned about the threat posed by artificial intelligence (AI) in manipulating people on social media through the use of fake references, images, or quotes. He believes this could lead to virtual realities dominating human existence more than ever before.
The author draws parallels between the current trend of superficiality and historical events, such as the antisemitic propaganda used by Adolf Hitler and the book burnings carried out by the Nazi regime. He emphasizes the need to be vigilant against any social trends that rest on anti-education sentiments.
Loeb concludes by calling for a focus on evidence-based knowledge and the acquisition of a nuanced understanding of multiple opinions as the antidote to the existential risk posed by superficiality.
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