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Groupthink

SamanthaChristensen

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SamanthaChristensen

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Aeris lives in a world where technology has quite literally overcome biology. Within hours of birth, people are implanted with a device that combines social networking and constant communication - sort of like the brainchild of Facebook and Apple - to prevent what her society deems the "evils of privacy". Most people have no problem with the devices, openly ignoring the rants and warnings of "pretech" civilians who either refused the neurotechnology or were forced to adapt to the clunkier, older versions. Aeris, however, was taught to think - speculate - on the virtues of a society in which privacy, and therefor the freedoms of it, no longer exist. When everyone is free to do what they want, think what they want, say what they want without fear of lies or secrets, is anyone truly free?
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The Ignorant Garden by NoizCoezens

"Hey there, Im 'Bobby Bliss!' Mascot and little rascal of 'Bliss Tech,' and you have a problem. It annoys you and your family, just won't leave you alone, and keeps you up all night in the most terrible of pain. That's right, I'm talking about your memories. embarrassing moments that just make y'all red in the cheeks. And sometimes we're naughty and make bad decisions that make people upset at us, And we just feel awful about it. Wouldn't it be swell if we didn't have to keep carrying around all these memories with us, what a relief that would be. Well lucky for you, 'Bliss Tech' has the solution, come on in to one of your local 'Bliss Banks' and we'll carry those heavy memories for you, so that you don't have too; just consider them gone for good! Why, when you get done at one of our locations, you'll be as happy and carefree as me! We even work with the government officials in our 'Prisoner Rehabilitation Program.' So what do you say, come on down and visit us, here in 'Echo City!'

M.A.I.D.S. [season 1] by MACThree

[season 1] In the near-future, mankind succeeds in curing A.I.D.S. However, something much worse fills the void, an aggressive sickness that only affects females. Though only 50% of Earth's population is at risk of contracting M.A.I.D.S., the illness impacts everyone. World War III begins as panic-stricken governments seize healthy females in order to ensure the survival of their people, but even warfare and forced breeding programs can't halt the inevitable: mankind is dying out. An international team of scientists combine existing technologies, theories, and desperation to create Synthia, a synthetic human female capable of M.A.I.D.S.-free existence and, most importantly, reproduction. Biomechanical humans, dubbed Synthias, are mass-produced, and mankind's population begins to slowly increase after being decimated by the illness and war. The cost of salvation is souls. Synthias are denied basic human rights because they are manufactured, not born. After staging an unsuccessful uprising, the facilities where Synthias are mass-produced undergo great changes. Synthia manufactories are re-opened as boutiques where a man's mate can be custom-ordered, right down to the various skills and knowledge the Synthia possesses. A truly male-oriented world emerges around this new technology. Adam, the first son of a Synthia, wants something more than a mere breeding machine. He wants a true partner and something like the "love" he only knows about from pre-war media. The Synthia he creates is something new that threatens to destroy the status quo... Adam's Synthia is not an it. Adam's Synthia is a she. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- M.A.I.D.S. is the winner of two Watty Awards (2011).

THEREFORE I AM [Completed] by mickeylukemitchell

If they are made in our image, surely they will suffer the same trials? In 2078, sentient androids help rebuild a damaged world. Eli, a unique android, struggles to find his place in a world that both fears and covets him as he becomes entangled in a dangerous game of politics and rebellion. Ten years prior, Dr. Randeep Singh races against time to prevent an impending disaster while balancing the demands of a ruthless dictator. As the two timelines collide, Eli and Dr. Randeep Singh are forced to confront their vulnerabilities and limitations in the face of overwhelming challenges. Early Reviews: "Your characterisation of your main cast was expertly done, but the Board wanted to highlight Eli, whose near childlike wonder at his own existence and other life rather paradoxically creates a sense of hope and beauty in the face of such instability." "I was very pleased with the intriguing plot, which was well-conceived and developed, alongside a most fascinating cast of characters. I believe your story is very well-structured and well-grounded allowing the story to build progressively and weave together the underlying messages included in your work, including concepts of control and existence, as well as uncontrolled scientific exploration that are sure to resonate with many contemporary readers" This is not 'man vs machine' - 'Therefore I Am' delves into ethics of class systems as sentient androids are introduced into a brutal world scorched by a world war and ran by a sadistic regime. Narrated over two timelines, this novel is a real page-turner and a hot take on robotic AI. Although this story discusses AI themes; no AI was used in the creation or in the writing process. I wanted this book available to read for free but if you wish to support me you can buy this book in paperback on Amazon in most territories. Search: Mickey Luke Mitchell - Therefore I Am at a very reasonable price.

The Utopia Project by owenshepard

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Monotone | ✔️ by asphyxiaxx

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The Ignorant Garden

"Hey there, Im 'Bobby Bliss!' Mascot and little rascal of 'Bliss Tech,' and you have a problem. It annoys you and your family, just won't leave you alone, and keeps you up all night in the most terrible of pain. That's right, I'm talking about your memories. embarrassing moments that just make y'all red in the cheeks. And sometimes we're naughty and make bad decisions that make people upset at us, And we just feel awful about it. Wouldn't it be swell if we didn't have to keep carrying around all these memories with us, what a relief that would be. Well lucky for you, 'Bliss Tech' has the solution, come on in to one of your local 'Bliss Banks' and we'll carry those heavy memories for you, so that you don't have too; just consider them gone for good! Why, when you get done at one of our locations, you'll be as happy and carefree as me! We even work with the government officials in our 'Prisoner Rehabilitation Program.' So what do you say, come on down and visit us, here in 'Echo City!'