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Conversation on Futurability

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Geert Lovink,

Geert Lovink


Franco ‘Bifo’ Berardi

Franco ‘Bifo’ Berardi


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Doi: https://doi.org/10.5334/mjfar.48

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Abstract

"Conversation on Futurability" is an interview between Geert Lovink and Franco Berardi, published in MaHKUscript. Journal of Fine Art Research in 2019. In this dialogue, Lovink and Berardi explore the concept of "futurability," delving into the disappearance of the future in contemporary society. They discuss the impact of technological acceleration on human perception of time, the distinction between time and duration, and the implications of living in an era where the future seems increasingly uncertain. Berardi reflects on the psychological and cultural dimensions of this phenomenon, emphasizing the need to abandon traditional notions of hope and consider new forms of potentiality beyond the conventional understanding of the future.

Key Questions About "Conversation on Futurability" by Geert Lovink and Franco Berardi

1. What is the main focus of "Conversation on Futurability"?

The interview explores the concept of "futurability," discussing the disappearance of the future in contemporary society, the impact of technological acceleration on human perception of time, and the need to rethink traditional notions of hope and potentiality.

2. How do Lovink and Berardi define "futurability"?

"Futurability" refers to the potential for becoming other, emphasizing the possibilities that exist beyond the conventional understanding of the future, especially in an era where the future seems increasingly uncertain.

3. What distinction do the authors make between time and duration?

They distinguish between time as a measurable continuum and duration as the human perception of organic entropy, highlighting how technological acceleration affects our experience of both.

4. What is the significance of abandoning traditional notions of hope, according to Berardi?

Berardi suggests that abandoning traditional notions of hope allows for the consideration of new forms of potentiality and the development of alternative ways of thinking about the future beyond conventional expectations.

5. How does technological acceleration impact human perception of time?

Technological acceleration compresses our experience of time, leading to a sense of the future disappearing and creating challenges in how we perceive and plan for what lies ahead.

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Related Subjects
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© attribution CC-BY

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rating
450 Views

Added on

2024-12-22

Doi: https://doi.org/10.5334/mjfar.48

Related Subjects
History
Music
Language
Philosophy
Classics
Art

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