Here's an old video I am really fond of, which is actually a commercial for fibre broadband from Telia. It gives a glimpse into a possible, and very close, future. - F H Hakansson
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Where is the Revolution?
I see protests and men raising their voice against corporate giants and world leaders. Where is the force? Where is the power behind your words? Will you simply march amilessly through the streets and hope for change? You need to realise that change never comes unless you act forcefully and violate the laws until they … Continue reading Where is the Revolution?
Of Capitalism and reworked ideology
Excerpt from the Manifesto - Project UTOPIA. "Within a company infrastructure no man or woman may earn more than ten times the that of the lowest net income amongst its employees. This applies for eventual bonuses and non-private expenditure on the company's behalf. In a principal world Marxist beliefs such a supreme equality would rule … Continue reading Of Capitalism and reworked ideology
A Tribute to Summer
A Tribute to Summer Beneath Summer's Glow A Firefly found Serenity. But the cruel Fox deceived, and ate the fly whole. Summer faded as night turned cold, and winter grabbed hold. But she rose once more, a machine defying time. Yet her rays were not enough, to keep her new heart running, and the Fox struck again, … Continue reading A Tribute to Summer
99% Complete
So, it finally happened. I have written over 400 pages. Even though it feels like a momentous achievement there is more to be done! Four more major events need to happen so it might, unfortunately, be up to another 100 pages before I call the first draft complete. That would bring me back to 80% … Continue reading 99% Complete
Women of the Future
I wanted to do this post a while ago but never had time. So here we go! As a science fiction author one must have a vivid imagination (of course) and be able to foresee social and technological advancements. Not too long ago the Canadian game developed BioWare held a voting competition on Facebook. In their upcoming … Continue reading Women of the Future
Roots of Deus Ex: Human Revolution and Transhumanism
Before I dwell further into the topic of Transhumanism I would like you to watch two clips. The first one is an advert for the fictional human augmentation company, found in Deus Ex: Human Revolution, called "Sarif Industries." The second clip is a propaganda film by the fictional anti-augmentation group, also found in Deus Ex: Human Revolution, … Continue reading Roots of Deus Ex: Human Revolution and Transhumanism
Roots of Deus Ex: Human Revolution and Censorship in Swedish media
Last night I finished Deus Ex: Human Revolution. I am awestricken by that game. If there won't be any more games in the Deus Ex franchise I feel sorry for mankind. For the next few days I will discuss my experience with the game, the Humanity+ magazine, Roots of Deus Ex: Human Revolution, and connect it … Continue reading Roots of Deus Ex: Human Revolution and Censorship in Swedish media
F. H. Hakansson 