: Using creative "counter-intelligence" to expose the flaws in automated systems.
Data is a public good, not a private commodity. We advocate for the democratization of data, ensuring that all individuals and communities have access to the information that shapes their lives. manifesto on algorithmic sabotage
But as we increasingly rely on algorithms to navigate the complexities of modern life, we have begun to surrender our agency, our autonomy, and our very humanity to the whims of code. The opacity, complexity, and unchecked power of algorithms have created a new form of technocratic totalitarianism, where the interests of the few are prioritized over the needs of the many. : Using creative "counter-intelligence" to expose the flaws
You might dismiss this as cyber-punk nihilism. But consider the context: But as we increasingly rely on algorithms to
: Manipulating metadata so that search results reflect political truths (e.g., gaming Google images to associate certain terms with political figures). Why Resistance Matters Destroy AI - Ali Alkhatib
We envision a future where algorithms serve humanity, not the other way around. We imagine a world where algorithms are designed to promote social justice, environmental sustainability, and human flourishing. We demand that technologists, policymakers, and citizens work together to create alternative futures, ones that are guided by the principles of transparency, accountability, and human rights.