Keynote - Kipp Bradford - The Politics of Engineering

Explore the intersection of technology, politics, and engineering in this keynote address from Hackaday Remoticon 2020. Delve into Kipp Bradford's insights as the CTO of Treau, a company revolutionizing the HVAC industry to combat global emissions. Examine the concept that technology cannot be neutral and its implications for human evolution, intelligence augmentation, and existential threats. Discover positive technological achievements, the impact of open-source culture, and the role of social media in shaping our world. Gain valuable takeaways on the politics of engineering, including discussions on thermodynamics, the modern light bulb, and how technological change influences society. Engage with thought-provoking ideas during the Q&A session, challenging your perspective on the responsibility of engineers in shaping our future.

Intro
Technology is not neutral
Intelligence
Augmentations
Human Evolution
Technology Cannot Be Neutral
Positive Technological Achievements
CES
Existential Threats
Technology is a Form of Change
The Modern Light Bulb
Takeaways
QA
Open Source Culture
Social Media
Thermodynamics