Paris Marx
@parismarx
critic of tech futures | host @techwontsaveus | author, “road to nowhere” | subscribe to my newsletter: http://disconnect.blog | i don’t check DMs; email me
The tech industry is pushing for a massive build out of hyperscale data centers — regardless of the community impacts or social benefits. When we see what’s really driving it, it’s clear they must be stopped. I’ve put a lot of work into this series. Excited for you to hear it!
DATA VAMPIRES is a four-part series exploring the costs of hyperscale data centers and why tech billionaires are desperate to build more. In Part 1, we examine where “the cloud” came from and how it expands Amazon, Microsoft, and Google’s power. Full ep: podcasts.apple.com/podcast/data-v…
Mark Carney promised “elbows up” against the US, but he’s offering a warm embrace to US tech companies and the AI hype they’ve unleashed. As Canada’s AI minister suggests AI regulation is off the table, we should be worried about Carney’s tech agenda. breachmedia.ca/mark-carneys-a…
It’s always such a pleasure to have @danmcquillan on the show! I was particularly excited to chat about decomputing, the possibilities it offers, and how it can focus our critique of the exploitative tech systems we depend on.
Is it possible to imagine a better future where we use less computation? The effects of AI hype almost demand it. This week @danmcquillan joins @parismarx to lay out the concept of decomputing as a different way of assessing technology. Full ep: techwontsave.us/episode/286_de…
Can’t believe I’ve lived far enough into the future to learn the first slur for robots
when u call customer support and a clanker picks up
"Being a purist isn’t poss...what’s important is making effort. If we can reduce customer base for dominant players + show a market for a different way of approaching digital tech, could help incentivize more non-🇺🇸 options + get gov to put resources behind digital sovereignty"
Silicon Valley’s alliance with Donald Trump was a mask off moment and showed the world we can’t depend on US tech companies. I’ve been trying to get off US tech and put together a guide so you find alternatives too. I hope you find it helpful! disconnect.blog/p/getting-off-…
Silicon Valley’s alliance with Donald Trump was a mask off moment and showed the world we can’t depend on US tech companies. I’ve been trying to get off US tech and put together a guide so you find alternatives too. I hope you find it helpful! disconnect.blog/p/getting-off-…
he’s right and he should say it
The video game industry is in a tough spot. Microsoft’s effort to remake it hasn’t helped. This week @Vahn16 joins @parismarx to discuss huge Xbox layoffs and how Microsoft’s plan to remake gaming around Game Pass hasn’t panned out. Full ep: techwontsave.us/episode/285_mi…
I don’t talk about video games much on the show, but I always love when I get the opportunity and this conversation with @Vahn16 is no exception! It was great to get his insights on what’s happening at Microsoft and the broader troubles facing game workers.
The video game industry is in a tough spot. Microsoft’s effort to remake it hasn’t helped. This week @Vahn16 joins @parismarx to discuss huge Xbox layoffs and how Microsoft’s plan to remake gaming around Game Pass hasn’t panned out. Full ep: techwontsave.us/episode/285_mi…
Canada can see the costs of US dependence. Trump is a bully and Silicon Valley used his leverage to kill the digital services tax. As the government looks for a new cloud provider, it shouldn’t just prioritize local firms; it should build a public cloud. disconnect.blog/p/why-canada-n…
Exactly this. A safe and secure public cloud that belongs to all Canadians. Forever. This is one of the ways to de-enshittify our lives.
Canada can see the costs of US dependence. Trump is a bully and Silicon Valley used his leverage to kill the digital services tax. As the government looks for a new cloud provider, it shouldn’t just prioritize local firms; it should build a public cloud. disconnect.blog/p/why-canada-n…